Heathrow Criticized for Flight Cancellations Amid Europe’s Cold Snap
As Europe's cold snap hit the UK over the weekend, Heathrow Airport canceled hundreds of flights in a move many have called unnecessary and excessive.
New York Fashion Week 2012: Where to Live Stream Fall Collection Shows Online
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York begins Feb. 9 and no longer is it a spectacle solely for fashion magazine editors and prospective buyers within the industry. This year, for the Fall 2012 collection shows, nearly one-third of designers will live stream online thanks to a partnership with YouTube and Maybelline New York in collaboration with Mercedes-Benz.
Western Women Should Not Wear The Indian Sari
I find the whole spectacle rather patronizing and yet another effort to both “trivialize” and unnecessarily “exoticize” Indian women and their lifestyles.
Dementia Cured by Malaria, Claim Probed in Vienna
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Sixty years later, Queen Elizabeth has become the only second monarch after Queen Victoria to celebrate diamond jubilee of her reign.
Rare Unseen Images of the RMS Titanic Captured by Father Frank Browne [PHOTOS]
The RMS Titanic sank to the very depths of the Atlantic Ocean almost a hundred years ago while on her maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York. But the fascination -- and myths -- associated with the iconic ship are still with us.
Disagreements on Cyber Risk East-West 'Cold War'
With worries growing over computer hacking, data theft and the risk of digital attacks destroying essential systems, western states and their allies are co-operating closer than ever on cyber security.
Syrian Forces Shelling Kills over 200 in Homs
More than 200 people were killed in shelling by Syrian forces in the city of Homs, activists said on Saturday, as the U.N. Security Council prepared to vote on a draft resolution backing an Arab call for President Bashar al-Assad to give up power.
Anonymous Publishes Confidential Call between FBI and London Detectives
Internet activist group Anonymous published a recording on Friday of a confidential call between FBI agents and London detectives in which the law-enforcement agents discuss action they are taking against hacking.
Caterpillar to close London, Ont. locomotive plant
Caterpillar Inc has decided to close its Electro-Motive locomotive plant in London, Ontario, and lay off at least 450 workers following several months of unsuccessful contract negotiations with the Canadian Auto Workers union.
KKK in Essex? Twitter pictures 'Show' Klu Klux Klan Parading in London Suburb
The hooded figures are pictured carrying candles as they process through Chigwell and Leytonstone in Essex on Jan. 31. The photographs began to circulate the internet on Tuesday and have caused a storm on Twitter and Facebook, with user speculation ranging from a simple hoax to the dreaded KKK.
Hackers in Brazil Take Down Citigroup's Main Web Site
A group of Brazil-based hackers took down the main corporate Web site of New York-based Citigroup on Friday, as the loosely associated collective continued its weeklong campaign of attacks on Web properties of major international banks. The public site of Brazil's central bank was also taken down.
NFL Expansion: 5 Cities that Could Get a Pro Football Team
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says the NFL could expand to 34 teams, which cities might be on the list of potential destinations.
AstraZeneca News: Drug Giant to Cut 7,300 Jobs After Profit Warning
Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca is to axe a further 7,300 jobs, it emerged Friday.The cuts, equivalent to 12 percent of the workforce, are expected to deliver $1.6 billion in annual benefits by the end of 2014, but will cost $2.1 billion to implement.
iPhone 5 vs. BlackBerry London – Rumored Smartphones Face-Off
Apple is expected to launch the flagship model in its iPhone range - popularly called the iPhone 5 - in June. The device, however, will face tough competition from RIM - the makers of the BlackBerry - and its best bet, the BlackBerry London.
Ex-UBS Trader Refused Bail as Bank Probe Deepens
Former UBS AG trader Kweku Adoboli, who is accused of unauthorized deals that cost the Swiss bank $2.3 billion, was refused bail by a London court on Friday less than an hour after regulators stepped up their probe into the scandal.
Gold Prices Hold Steady; Heading for 5th Winning Week
Gold prices held steady on Friday, on course for a fifth straight week of gains, as investors awaited a key U.S. labor market report after upbeat jobless claims data in the previous session helped send bullion to a two-month high.
Your Film Festival: YouTube Offers Amateur Filmmakers Chance at $50M & Trip to Venice [VIDEOS]
YouTube's Your Film Festival opened up for submissions Feb. 2. The prize: $50 million, a showing at the Venice Film Festival, and mentorship from Ridley Scott.
Michael Fassbender Shamed into Leaving His Own Premiere Party
Had to be carried out on a friend's back
Samantha Barks, Not Taylor Swift, Will Play Eponine in 'Les Miserables'
Though it had been rumored that country superstar Taylor Swift would play the role of Eponine in Tom Hooper's adaptation of Les Miserables, Samantha Barks will actually take the part in the classic play.
Xstrata, Glencore Talk Merger, Combination Would be Worth $79B
Mining group Xstrata and commodities trader Glencore are in talks about an all-share deal that could create a combined group worth more than 50 billion pounds ($79 billion).
Samsung Galaxy S3 vs. Blackberry London: Does Blackberry Stand a Chance in Smartphone Battle?
Samsung Galaxy S3, which has already generated significant interest among smartphone enthusiasts, is all set to carry on the legacy of Galaxy S2 and become the best device in the history of Android phones believe smartphone lovers.
Arsenal News: Wenger on the Hot Seat After Inactive Transfer Period?
The Gunners are in seventh place in the Premier League, and are in danger of missing the 2012-2013 Champions League.
Scarlett Johansson and Ryan Reynolds House Up for Sale
Ryan Reynolds has put the house he lived in with ex-wife Scarlett Johansson up for sale.
Earnings Preview: Shell Expected To Post Slight Profit Despite Poor Market
Europe's biggest oil company, Royal Dutch Shell is expected to take a hit in its refining and marketing earnings, but could follow the likes of ExxonMobil in posting profit that at least matches analyst expectations thanks to high oil prices.
Winehouse Coroner Resigns in Credentials Flap
Suzanne Greenaway, the coroner who oversaw the Amy Winehouse death examination, resigned in November, after authorities found out she lacked the proper credentials. The resignation was made public Wednesday. Now the late star's family is thinking of asking for a new investigation.
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