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Brazil Reports Another Oil Spill Near Rio de Janiero

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Roughly 2,600 gallons of oil have leaked off the Brazilian coast since Sunday. The spill, reported Agence France Presse, threatens an area of the country's coast line that Carlos Minc, Environment Secretary in Rio de Janiero state, called an ecological treasure.
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Harley offers voluntary layoffs in Wisconsin

Harley-Davidson Inc is offering voluntary layoffs to hourly workers at three plants in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area to reduce staff by about 26 percent, giving itself flexibility to hire seasonal workers.
Holiday Travel Tips 2011

12 Holiday Travel Tips: Save Time, Money Driving and Flying This Christmas

About 91.9 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this holiday season. Whether you're flying or driving, here are twelve tips to help you get through holiday travels, from why you shouldn't wrap your presents early if you're flying to how to prep a car safety kit and save money on tolls if you want to drive.
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Wim Wenders takes 3D dancing in new film Pina

German director Wim Wenders has long ranked as among the major directors of world cinema, thanks to films such as Paris, Texas, Wings of Desire, Until the End of the World and the Oscar-nominated Buena Vista Social Club.
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao presents gifts to North Korean leader Kim Jong-il during their meeting in Pyongyang

North Korea mourns dead leader, son is Great Successor

North Koreans poured into the streets on Monday to mourn the death of leader Kim Jong-il and state media hailed his untested son as the Great Successor of the reclusive state whose atomic weapons ambitions are a major threat to the region.
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Exclusive: Falcone's wireless company running out of cash

The upstart wireless company that is being bankrolled by Philip Falcone's $5 billion Harbinger Capital Partners hedge fund could run out of money during the second quarter of 2012, according to the company's financial statement.
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Silver, Palladium Fall but Gold Stays Near $1,600

Prices for silver and palladium, the two precious metals with the most industrial applications, fell Monday on growing evidence of weakening demand from China and a possible recession in Europe.
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Holiday sales seen strong, but still discounted

Discounts and mild weather are bringing out shoppers at a better-than-expected pace this holiday season, with department stores like Macy's Inc doing well and women's apparel retailers feeling pressure.
Ron Paul

Ron Paul 2012: A Remarkable Rise to First Place in Iowa

Ron Paul has overtaken both Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney in the latest poll ahead of the Iowa caucuses, which will be held on Jan. 3. The poll showcases a remarkable rise by Paul, who has exemplified a slow and steady growth campaign model.
Newt Gingrich at Tampa Debate

For Newt Gingrich, Separation of Powers is Subjective

Newt Gingrich has repeatedly attacked federal judges and insisted that under a Gingrich administration he would boot judges that made decisions he didn't agree with, a stance that many suggest is unconstitutional.
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GM to showcase sporty Sonic at Detroit auto show

General Motors Co will unveil next month a sporty version of its Chevrolet Sonic subcompact car for the 2013 model year in a bid to make the 100-year-old brand more appealing to younger buyers.
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As markets plunge, Asia's wealthy flock to art

In a spacious, luxury apartment perched on the leafy hills of Hong Kong, Kai-Yin Lo browses through a trove of Chinese art acquired over several decades, reflecting how her niche, scholarly pursuit has now hit the mainstream.
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ShopperTrak sees brighter holiday season

It's beginning to look a lot like a stronger U.S. holiday sales season, with another firm raising its sales forecast, though analysts continue to believe retailers are putting margins at risk with deep discounts.
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Wall Street edges up, led by defensive stocks

Stocks rose on Monday, led by consumer staples and healthcare but investors remained cautious amid concerns about possible ratings downgrade in Europe and developments in North Korea after the death of the reclusive state's leader.
Santa using Siri

Santa Uses Siri, Google Voice Gets Into Christmas Spirit [VIDEOS]

As Apple's new ad shows Santa using Siri on his iPhone 4S, Google is using the Christmas elf to bring back Send A Call to Santa, where kids can get voice messages from Santa Claus, and to shower Google users Christmas easter eggs like Let It Snow. Here, watch a boy get a note from Santa via Google Voice, see Santa use Siri, and learn the Christmas easter eggs.

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