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One for the books: entrepreneur wants every Hong Kong child to know the joy of reading – South China Morning Post
South China Morning PostAccording to a 2011 study by Boston College in the United States, Hong Kong had the lowest rate of family literacy – which refers to parents and children learning together – in the world, with only 12 per cent of parents participating in preschool … …read more From:: Hong Kong News By […]
Abandoned and orphaned baby boomers battling Hong Kong bureaucracy to trace their roots – South China Morning Post
South China Morning PostRoberts was one of many children born in Hong Kong in the 1950s and 60s adopted by western families and taken to countries such as the UK, Canada and the United States. Roberts was adopted by an American family and moved to the US aged two and a … …read more From:: […]
Google Donates $6.8 Million to Give Kids Free ‘Muni Ride’ – Headlines & Global News
Headlines & Global NewsGoogle Inc. has donated $6.8 million to let kids ride the Muni bus for free for two years. The company’s generosity aims to help the city with its affordability crisis and to improve its image. The generous donation is the largest endowment the San Francisco …Google offers $ 6.8 mn gift for […]
Preview: Sharks at Sabres – KSPR
KSPRThe Olympic break did little to slow down Joe Pavelski. After recording his second hat trick this season, Pavelski looks to send the San Jose Sharks to their fifth win in six games when they visit the Buffalo Sabres on Friday. The United States Olympian scored …Sharks-Sabres PreviewCBSSports.comQuestion of the DayWashington TimesSharks thump Flyers in […]
Cuban man accused in Miami gold heist arrested in Belize – Yahoo News
Cuban man accused in Miami gold heist arrested in BelizeYahoo NewsMIAMI (Reuters) – After a 14-month manhunt in four countries, a Cuban man accused of a $2.8 million Miami gold heist is in custody in Belize and could be headed back to the United States to face charges, authorities and a private investigator said on […]
Cuban man accused in Miami gold heist arrested in Belize – Chicago Tribune
Cuban man accused in Miami gold heist arrested in BelizeChicago TribuneMIAMI (Reuters) – After a 14-month manhunt in four countries, a Cuban man accused of a $2.8 million Miami gold heist is in custody in Belize and could be headed back to the United States to face charges, authorities and a private investigator said on […]
Grim Afghan future if no security pact, says general – Boston Globe
Boston GlobeBAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan — Depicting a grim future for Afghanistan without US help, the top US military officer said Wednesday that Afghanistan’s refusal to sign a security agreement with the United States may make the fight more difficult this year, …Kerry, Rasmussen Expect Deal After Karzai LeavesRadioFreeEurope/RadioLibertyUS army chief fears complete troop withdrawal […]
Hard Talk Aside, Little Desire by the West to Leave Afghanistan – New York Times
New York TimesBRUSSELS — Listening to the Western defense officials gathered at a NATO meeting here on Wednesday, it would be easy to think that the United States and the rest of the international military coalition in Afghanistan have shifted into a full-speed withdrawal …Next Afghan leader will sign security pact: KerryAFPAfghan leader to sign […]
US urges caution as Putin orders military drill – USA TODAY
USA TODAYKIEV, Ukraine – The United States urged Russia on Wednesday to avoid provocative actions after President Vladimir Putin ordered troops to combat readiness drills near Ukraine, where pro-Russian protesters are fighting with rivals in the south. Secretary of …Ukraine’s Interim PM Faces Daunting Economic HurdlesVoice of AmericaUkraine’s Arseniy Yatsenyuk warns of tough days aheadBBC […]
Chris Christie hints he’d rather be governor than President at 111th town hall … – New York Daily News
New York Daily NewsWhy be President of the United States when you can be governor of New Jersey? Chris Christie hinted Wednesday his feet, and heart, are firmly planted in the Garden State. “It’s never easy being governor of New Jersey but it’s great. … It’s great to …Video recap: Chris Christie’s 2014 budget speechThe […]
Retail Sales Decreasing? Not in These Retail Sector Stocks
By John Whitefoot Echoing the overall sentiments of the U.S. economy, U.S. retail sector sales fell (apparently) unexpectedly in January by the most since June 2012, as initial claims for jobless benefits rose more than forecast. The United States Census Bureau announced that … Read More This article Retail Sales Decreasing? Not in These Retail […]
NY Rangers coach calls uncertainty over Ryan Callahan and Dan Girardi a … – New York Daily News
New York Daily NewsEven Callahan seemed tense in his first meeting with the New York media following his Monday morning returning from Sochi, Russia, where he represented the United States for a second straight Olympics and got a welcome break from the constant …New York Rangers’ 5 Biggest Needs Ahead of the Trade DeadlineBleacher ReportRangers […]
US and Britain say Ukraine is not a battleground between East and West – Telegraph.co.uk
Telegraph.co.ukThe United States and Britain have said Ukraine should not be a battleground between East and West and voiced support for the country after protests that ousted pro-Moscow president Viktor Yanukovych. World powers are seeking to ease tensions over …UK’s Hague says Ukraine must show determination to tackle graftReutersUS, Britain dismiss “zero-sum” game in UkraineXinhuaUS […]
Mexico’s ‘Shorty’ Guzman faces new organised crime charges – BBC News
BBC NewsCourts have ordered Mexican drug baron Joaquin Guzman – known as El Chapo, or Shorty – to remain in prison awaiting trial on new organised crime charges. He is also wanted for drug-related charges in the United States but the Mexican authorities are yet …Drug Lord to Face Trial in MexicoVoice of AmericaWill ‘El […]
Soccer|Ukraine Moving Game With US to Cyprus – New York Times
New York TimesUkraine’s soccer federation announced Tuesday that it would move a March 5 friendly against the United States men’s national team to Cyprus from the eastern city of Kharkiv. The federation said it had agreed to move the match out of Ukraine, after a request …US soccer moves international friendly out of Ukraine to […]
Winter Olympics 2014: The United States won at all the new sports – SB Nation
Winter Olympics 2014: The United States won at all the new sportsSB NationA cynic would point to this and say that the United States got lazy: America couldn’t get good at the real Winter Olympic sports, so it pushed some events it knew it could win into existence so it could go home with some […]
They got ‘Shorty’ — now what? Next steps unclear after ‘El Chapo’ Guzman’s … – CNN
CNN(CNN) — Could the captured Sinaloa cartel boss who was one of Mexico’s most wanted fugitives be heading to the United States for trial? He will, if U.S. federal prosecutors have anything to say about it. Bob Nardoza, a spokesman for the U.S. attorney’s office …Safe houses key to drug king captureWashington PostDrug lord Guzman […]
The 14 most fascinating facts about the final 2014 Winter Olympics medal count – USA TODAY
USA TODAYThe competition ended Sunday at the 2014 Winter Olympics. Which nation ruled the medal count? How did the United States fare? Which athletes went home with the biggest haul? And just how dominant was the Dutch speedskating team? For The Win …Winter Olympics 2014: Canada destroys Sweden 3-0 for men’s hockey goldCBS NewsCanada shuts […]
Taliban Says Talks Over US Soldier’s Release Suspended – New York Times
New York TimesKABUL, Afghanistan — The Taliban confirmed publicly on Sunday that they had been in talks with the United States over the release of an American soldier, but said the talks had now been suspended. In an unrelated development, at least 19 Afghan soldiers …Afghan Taliban kill 21 soldiers, suspend prisoner swap attemptReutersTaliban Attack […]
Apple, Samsung fail to settle patent case – Zee News
Zee NewsNew York: Apple and its South Korean rival Samsung will return to court next month after failing to agree on a settlement to end a legal battle over patents in the United States. The two firms had been pushed into talks by a court order that saw Apple CEO Tim …News of the Day […]
Finland routs US 5-0 for bronze in men’s Olympic hockey – Fox News
Fox NewsTeemu Selanne scored two goals and Tuukka Rask had a 26-save shutout, helping Finland rout the United States 5-0 Saturday to win hockey bronze at the Sochi Games. Selanne, a 43-year-old, six-time Olympian, and Jussi Jokinen scored 11 seconds apart …US men’s hockey team humiliated in SochiBoston GlobeTeam USA falls short of goal with […]
JR Celski earns silver medal – The Seattle Times
JR Celski earns silver medalThe Seattle TimesJ.R. Celski of Federal Way was the last hope for the United States men to medal in an individual speedskating event, short or long track. But as has been the theme for the U.S. team, he couldn’t reach the podium in the 500-meter short-track race Friday. and more …read […]
Winter Olympics 2014 medal standings: Russia will lead USA entering final day … – SB Nation
Winter Olympics 2014 medal standings: Russia will lead USA entering final day …SB NationWinter Olympics 2014 medal standings: Russia will lead USA entering final day in Sochi. By Scott Coleman @scottcoleman55 on Feb 22 2014, 1:31p 1. Scott Rovak-USA TODAY Sports. Barring a couple of big upsets, the United States will finish in second […]
Finland shuts out lifeless US to win bronze medal – ESPN
ESPNSOCHI, Russia — Teemu Selanne scored two goals and Tuukka Rask had a 27-save shutout, helping Finland rout the United States 5-0 Saturday to win hockey bronze at the Sochi Games. Selanne, a 43-year-old, six-time Olympian, and Jussi Jokinen scored …Winter Olympics TV schedule: What to watch Saturday, Feb. 22Christian Science MonitorWinter Olympics: Goals 11 […]
Most-Wanted Drug Lord Is Captured in Mexico – New York Times
New York TimesIn a New York Times interview in fall 2011, Felipe Calderón, the president at the time, wondered aloud if Mr. Guzmán was actually in the United States when Mr. Guzmán’s latest bride traveled to Los Angeles to give birth to twins. In the past year, the …World’s most powerful drug lord ‘El Chapo’ […]
US team wins silver in 5000 relay, ending medal drought for American … – CBS News
CBS News… United States, Jordan Malone of the United States and J.R. Celski of the United States celebrate their second place finish in the men’s 5000m short track speedskating relay final at the Iceberg Skating Palace during the 2014 Winter Olympics, Friday …Olympics: Who’s winning what at the Winter OlympicsGlobalPostRussia edges US for relay goldESPN […]
U.S. Speedskating’s problems in Sochi illuminate organizational dysfunction – Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Milwaukee Journal SentinelSochi, Russia — Long-track speedskaters from the United States never skated better in the months leading up to the Winter Olympics than they did last fall. They won 28 medals and topped the podium 12 times in World Cup races. They felt strong and …Winter Olympics: Maria Lamb blasts US Speedskating Federation, calls […]
USPS planning to launch a Steve Jobs stamp in 2015 – Digital Trends
Digital TrendsDetailed by the Washington Post, the United States Postal Service will be rolling out a new stamp during 2015 that pays tribute to Apple co-founder Steve Jobs. Currently under development within the design department at the postal service, the Steve Jobs …Steve Jobs To Be Featured On Commemorative Postage Stamp In 2015: ReportInternational Business […]
China urges Obama to cancel meeting with Dalai Lama – Reuters
ReutersBEIJING/WASHINGTON (Reuters) – China urged the United States on Friday to scrap plans for President Barack Obama to meet exiled Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama later in the day, warning it would “seriously damage” ties between the two countries …Obama to host Dalai Lama at White HouseBBC NewsChina Warns Obama Not to Meet Dalai […]
US tops Czechs, will face Canada in Olympic hockey semis – CBS News
CBS NewsSOCHI, Russia — Dustin Brown banged in a go-ahead goal late in the first period and the United States went on to dominate the Czech Republic 5-2 Wednesday, earning a spot in the Olympic hockey semifinals for the second straight time. Play Video. World …USA v Czech Republic, men’s ice hockey – Sochi 2014 […]
Net Neutrality Petition Addressed by White House – Guardian Liberty Voice
Guardian Liberty VoiceLast month, the United States Court of Appeals abolished “Net Neutrality,” a set of rules for Internet service providers to follow, principally that all data is equal, in order to keep the Internet as unrestricted as possible. This is largely because Internet Service …Rep. Eshoo Admits Her Net Neutrality Bill Nobody Thought Would […]
Can China Teach North Korea to Play Nice? – Bloomberg
BloombergThe United Nations’ report on human rights in North Korea is a sickening document. It should give China’s leaders pause. Supporting the despicable regime of Kim Jong Un is not in their interests. North Korea’s chubby, basketball-loving leader invites …China says criticism of N Korea by UN unreasonableHindustan TimesWhat can United States do about North […]
Czechs Beat Slovakia 5-3, Play US in Quarterfinals – ABC News
ABC NewsRoman Cervenka scored for a second time late in the second period to give the Czech Republic a four-goal lead, and it went on to beat Slovakia 5-3 on Tuesday and advance to an Olympic quarterfinal match against the United States. “We’re one game away …Czechs hold off Slovaks to reach quarterfinalsMiamiHerald.comSochi Olympics: Czechs […]