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Meditation talks between Hostess, union fail

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 04:27 PM PST

Hostess Brands said Tuesday night that mediation with its bakers union has failed.  According to reports, the company will continue down the path of shuttering its plants and selling off all its assets -- including the iconic Twinkies brand.Hostess Brands said Tuesday night that mediation with its bakers union has failed.  According to reports, the company will continue down the path of shuttering its plants and selling off all its assets -- including the iconic Twinkies brand.




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How 1 email exposed millions in SC to ID theft

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 02:46 PM PST

A single malicious email sent to workers at the South Carolina Department of Revenue last August enabled an international hacker to gain access to 3.8 million tax returns.

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Posted: 20 Nov 2012 02:46 PM PST

US seeks ‘durable outcome’ in Gaza truce talks, Clinton says in Israel

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 04:06 AM PST

Following her arrival in Israel, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton reiterated at a press conference Tuesday that America's commitment to Israel's security is "rock solid," adding that the goal of the truce negotiations must be a durable outcome that promotes regional  stability.Following her arrival in Israel, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton reiterated at a press conference Tuesday that America's commitment to Israel's security is "rock solid," adding that the goal of the truce negotiations must be a durable outcome that promotes regional  stability.




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Video: Gazans 'took no chances and fled'

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 12:25 PM PST

A possible ceasefire may come this evening between Hamas and Israel, but civilians living in Gaza are still in the midst of violence and today were given orders to evacuate. NBC's John Ray reports.  (Nightly News)A possible ceasefire may come this evening between Hamas and Israel, but civilians living in Gaza are still in the midst of violence and today were given orders to evacuate. NBC's John Ray reports. (Nightly News)




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Talks under way on possible Gaza truce as Secretary Clinton lands in Israel

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 04:06 AM PST

Following her arrival in Israel, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton reiterated at a press conference Tuesday that America's commitment to Israel's security is "rock solid," adding that the goal of the truce negotiations must be a durable outcome that promotes regional  stability.Egyptian officials said talks are ongoing to reach a truce in Gaza, although any agreement appears unlikely to address the long-term areas of disagreement between Israel and the Hamas leaders of the Gaza Strip.




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Elmo puppeteer quits show after new charges

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 08:50 AM PST

Kevin Clash, the voice actor and puppeteer who made furry red Muppet Elmo famous, has resigned from "Sesame Street," Sesame Workshop said in a statement. The announcement came Tuesday, the same day that a second man alleged Clash had a sexual relationship with him when he was underage.Kevin Clash, the voice actor and puppeteer who made furry red Muppet Elmo famous, has resigned from "Sesame Street," Sesame Workshop said in a statement. The announcement came Tuesday, the same day that a second man alleged Clash had a sexual relationship with him when he was underage.




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Posted: 20 Nov 2012 08:50 AM PST

Church of England votes against allowing women bishops

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 10:54 AM PST

The Church of England voted on Tuesday against legislation that would have allowed the ordination of women bishops, the culmination of more than 10 years of divisive debate.

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Clown doctors bring levity to serious situations

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 11:35 AM PST

Since 2004, 15 clown doctors, inspired by the U.S. Doctor 'Patch' Adams, visit different hospitals throughout Slovenia 2-3 times a week, using laughter to help aid the recovery of young and elderly patients suffering from serious illness or injury.Since 2004, 15 clown doctors, inspired by the U.S. Doctor 'Patch' Adams, visit different hospitals throughout Slovenia 2-3 times a week, using laughter to help aid the recovery of young and elderly patients suffering from serious illness or injury.




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Talks ongoing on possible Gaza truce as Clinton heads to the region

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 04:06 AM PST

Egyptian officials said talks are ongoing to reach a truce in Gaza, although any agreement appears unlikely to address the long-term areas of disagreement between Israel and the Hamas leaders of the Gaza Strip.Egyptian officials said talks are ongoing to reach a truce in Gaza, although any agreement appears unlikely to address the long-term areas of disagreement between Israel and the Hamas leaders of the Gaza Strip.




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Dangers on toy shelves: Dora's guitar, balloon launcher

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 10:33 AM PST

Two reports released on Tuesday remind us that we need to remain vigilant when we go toy shopping. This year, a Dora the Explorer guitar and a high-speed balloon launcher are among the toys dinged for potential danger to children. Two reports released on Tuesday remind us that we need to remain vigilant when we go toy shopping. This year, a Dora the Explorer guitar and a high-speed balloon launcher are among the toys dinged for potential danger to children.




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Posted: 20 Nov 2012 10:33 AM PST

'Sad day for 'Sesame': Kevin Clash has resigned

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 08:50 AM PST

Kevin Clash, the voice actor and puppeteer who made furry red Muppet Elmo famous, has resigned from "Sesame Street," Sesame Workshop said in a statement.Kevin Clash, the voice actor and puppeteer who made furry red Muppet Elmo famous, has resigned from "Sesame Street," Sesame Workshop said in a statement.




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Girl shot on Florida school bus dies, cops say

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 08:39 AM PST

A 13-year-old girl who was shot on a school bus Tuesday morning has died, Miami-Dade police said. A male student is in custody in the shooting.

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In southern Israel, support for action in Gaza

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 07:52 AM PST

Polls suggest only 25-30 percent of Israelis support a ground invasion of Gaza, but in the south the country anecdotal evidence suggests support there would be almost unanimous.Polls suggest only 25-30 percent of Israelis support a ground invasion of Gaza, but in the south the country anecdotal evidence suggests support there would be almost unanimous.




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Posted: 20 Nov 2012 07:52 AM PST

Egyptians fear being mired in Gaza-Israel crisis

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 06:36 AM PST

Sympathy for the Palestinians runs high in neighboring Egypt as Israel reportedly considers a ground invasion of Gaza if peace efforts fail.Sympathy for the Palestinians runs high in neighboring Egypt as Israel reportedly considers a ground invasion of Gaza if peace efforts fail.




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Police: Girl, 13, shot on Florida school bus

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 08:39 AM PST

A 13-year-old girl was shot on a school bus Tuesday morning and a male student is in custody, Miami-Dade police said.

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Ex-hedge fund manager charged in $250M insider scam

Posted: 20 Nov 2012 07:46 AM PST

A former hedge fund manager was charged Tuesday in what prosecutors are calling the most lucrative insider trading scheme ever, with ill-gotten gains totaling more than $250 million.

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