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Data Show Momentum Building in Economy

New claims for jobless benefits rose last week but the underlying trend pointed to an improving labor market, while regional factory data showed the economy gaining momentum as the year ended.

Mega Millions NY Lottery Winner AWOL -- So Far

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Somebody in New York had a very lucky day this week, claiming the Mega Millions jackpot worth $206 million. Or maybe that person wasn't so lucky, since they haven't stepped forward yet with the winning ticket.
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Beyonce Pregnant: Baby’s Birthing Suite Being Prepared?

Beyonce's baby birthing suite is being prepared in New York, CTV News is reporting. News of the preparation came approximately a day after reports surfaced that Beyonce was preparing to go to New York's St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital to give birth.
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Anastasia Vitkina and Jim Carrey’s 4 Other Past Girlfriends and Wives

Actor Jim Carrey, 49, appears to have a new girlfriend, Anastasia Vitkina. Carrey has a messy relationship history with many ex-wives and girlfriends. Prior to dating Vitkina and Joseph, Carrey had been in a five-year-long relationship with model and actress, Jenny McCarthy. The actor was also once married to Lauren Holly and Melissa Womer.
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Zoe Saldana Dating Bradley Cooper: What About Ex-Fiance Keith Britton?

Source claim the Avatar actress and People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive, are an item and the couple were allegedly spotted kissing earlier this month. If Saldana is dating Cooper, however, it will come as quite a blow to ex Keith Britton, who dated the actress for 11 years before their November split. get the details on the hot couple here.
A panel of outside experts to the FDA voted 20-2 to recommend approval of Qnexa, saying they were convinced that the benefits it offers in treating obesity outweighed the potential heart risks and birth defects associated with the drug.

Obesity Tied to Older Adults' Risk of Falls

Obese older adults may be more likely than their thinner peers to suffer a potentially disabling fall -- though the most severely overweight may be somewhat protected from injury, according to a U.S. study.
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U.S. Tries New Tactic for Suspected Swiss Bank Tax Cheats

U.S. authorities hunting in Swiss banks for suspected tax cheats have a new weapon in their arsenal: an arcane but aggressive legal maneuver more commonly used against drug smugglers, money launderers and Imelda Marcos, widow of the Philippine dictator.
Donna Fountain's List: "My Dreams"

Donna Fountain: Victim of Christmas Hit-and-Run Had 'Dreams' List in Pocket

The single mom, who was on her way home to her 8-year-old son Elijah when she was struck and killed. In her pocket, Fountain was carrying a list called My Dreams, detailing her hopes for her son's future and how she might give back to her community. As police search for the driver who killed her, friends and family are trying to make that list a reality.
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Top 10 Travel Destinations for 2012

Around this time of year, wanderlust travelers raise a Champagne glass and spin the globe in search of the next great destination for the coming year. What will be the top destinations in 2012? Have a look:
Lucky ticket-holder comes forward but plans to stay anonymous, lottery officials say.

Mega Millions NY Winning Ticket Bought on Long Island

The ticket was bought at King Kullen store in Middle Island. For the New York resident that purchased the ticket, it was a belated Christmas gift worth $208 million from Tuesday night's Mega Millions drawing as it matched all six numbers.

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