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Nov 11, 2010

Space Shuttle Discovery's Milestone Moments

Picture of the first launch of NASA's space shuttle Discovery.
Since that maiden voyage, Discovery has logged the most flight hours of any shuttle in NASA's fleet: The craft has flown 38 missions into space and spent 351 days in orbit so far. If all goes as planned, the shuttle's launch this month will be Discovery's final mission. (Find out how to vote for the wake-up songs to be played during Discovery's final flight.)

NASA - International Cooperation

ISS Operations and Management 
Facilities around the world support the operation and management of the International Space Station Credit: NASA
The International Space Station (ISS) Program’s greatest accomplishment is as much a human achievement as it is a technological one—how best to plan, coordinate, and monitor the varied activities of the Program’s many organizations.
An international partnership of space agencies provides and operates the elements of the

NASA - International Space Station

Expedition 25 
Expedition 25

NASA - International Space Station

Atlantis docked with the International Space Station

NASA - Cassini's CIRS Reveals Saturn Is on a Cosmic Dimmer Switch

false color image of SaturnHeat emitted from the interior of Saturn (red) shows up in this false-color image of Saturn, made from data taken in 2008 by Cassini's visual and infrared mapping spectrometer. Credit: NASA/JPL/ASI/University of Arizona
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Economic Outlook Improving For Americans

Americans continue to see some real improvements in their economic outlook, financial difficulties and stress levels have declined and the employment numbers have climbed back into positive territory, according to the Consumer Reports Index for November.

World business, finance and political news from the Financial Times– FT.com Europe

Geithner rebuffs Greenspan over dollar

 

US would never ‘deliberately devalue currency to boost exports’

From MARKETS 5:58pm

Alert over emerging markets volatility

TPG co-founder warns of ‘crisis of expectation’

From WORLD 11:45am

European Parliament backs new hedge fund rules

Long-awaited agreement on tough regulatory regime

Nouri al-Maliki 
Getty From WORLD 1:29pm

Iraqis reach power-sharing pact

Rivals agree on formation of new government

From GLOBAL ECONOMY 2:16pm

China inflation surges to 25-month high

Jump in prices could lead to more rate rises

Microsoft logo in front of Virginia corporate office 
From COMPANIES 3:20pm

Microsoft links up with China internet portal

Venture with Sina could boost MSN’s Chinese presence

Beauty Queen Carrie Prejean Pregnant

LOS ANGELES, Calif. --

Controversial former beauty queen Carrie Prejean — who made headlines for coming out against same-sex marriage in 2009 at the Miss USA pageant — is reportedly pregnant.

“We are just so excited,” Carrie told FOX411.com. “I’m due in May on my grandmother’s birthday. She recently passed away, so that’s very special to us.”

ENTERTAINMENT News | Celebrity News -TMZ.com, Nov 11, 2010

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Billy Ray Cyrus' Achy Breaky Mullet Is Back

Now that he's divorcing and back on the market, Miley Cyrus' pops Billy Ray Cyrus is once again unleashing his early '90s chick magnet secret weapon onto the masses ... his mullet hair don't.

Rihanna and Matt Kemp: Eurostar Sweethearts

Enjoying her time overseas, Rihanna was spotted at the Eurostar Station in Paris, France earlier today (November 11).
Joined by her boyfriend Matt Kemp, the “Only Girl in the World” songstress looked a bit annoyed by the shutterbugs swarming around her as she hopped the train from Paris to London.

Sugarland: "Stuck Like Glue" at the CMA Awards

They’re a perennial favorite in the country realm, and Sugarland sounded fantastic at tonight’s 44th Annual CMA Awards (November 10).

Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush took the stage at the Bridgestone Arena for a spirited performance of their hit “Stuck Like Glue.”

Kelly Clarkson: CMA Awards Performance

She’s always been eager for the stage, and last night (November 10) Kelly Clarkson joined Jason Aldean for his performance at the 44th Annual CMA Awards.

The “Since You’ve Been Gone” songstress sang “Don’t You Wanna Stay” at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville much to the delight of the packed crowd.

Jessica Simpson Talks Nick Lachey Engagement

Rumors quickly circulated that she was “flipping out” when ex husband Nick Lachey proposed to fiancée Vanessa Minnillo last week, but Jessica Simpson recently cleared the air on Ryan Seacrest’s radio show.

On Thursday morning (November 11), the “Come On Over” singer explained, "I am extremely, extremely happy for him."

Gerard Butler's Night at the Victoria's Secret Runway Show

It’s always a celebrity draw, and Gerard Butler was spotted front row at the 2010 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on Wednesday night (November 10).

The “Bounty Hunter” hunk sported a scruffy look as he enjoyed watching the super sexy Angels strut their stuff on the runway.

Alessandra Ambrosio Heats Up the Victoria's Secret Runway

Showing why she is one of Victoria’s Secret top models, Alessandra Ambrosio was spotted strutting her stuff for the annual fashion show in New York City on Wednesday night (November 10).

The beautiful brunette donned several different ensembles (including the infamous giant wings) as she made numerous trips down the runway.

"Harry Potter" UK Premiere Live Feed!

With its highly-anticipated release coming up next week, lucky fans in London, England are getting an early taste of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I” at its premiere on Thursday (November 11).
Of course, Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson are expected to make an appearance at the London Odeon venue in Leicester Square, along with plenty of other UK celebrities.

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Silvio Berlusconi's women

Silvio Berlusconi has shortlisted his dental hygienist to contest crucial elections next month. The 73-year-old premier was apparently unable to resist the charms of Nicole Minetti, a showgirl turned dental hygienist who he met when his teeth were being r
Silvio Berlusconi has shortlisted his dental hygienist to contest crucial elections next month. The 73-year-old premier was apparently unable to resist the charms of Nicole Minetti, a showgirl turned dental hygienist who he met when his teeth were being repaired after he was attacked in Milan in December

China's Continued Failure to Rebalance Growth Threatens Global Economic Stability

China announced yesterday (Wednesday) that its trade surplus grew 60.7% in October from the month before as efforts to rebalance its economic growth this year have failed. Furthermore, recent policy tightening measures mean domestic demand is unlikely to pick up in the near future.

Stranded luxury cruise passengers fed Spam

A Navy Seahawk helicopter from the USS Ronald Reagan aircraft carrier carries supplies towards the Carnival Splendour cruise ship during relief operations off Mexico's Baja Peninsula. The stricken vessel, with 16 Britons among the 3,300 passengers, suffered an engine room fire on Monday morning off the coast of Mexico
A Navy Seahawk helicopter from the USS Ronald Reagan aircraft carrier carries supplies towards the Carnival Splendour cruise ship during relief operations off Mexico's Baja Peninsula. The stricken vessel, with 16 Britons among the 3,300 passengers, suffered an engine room fire on Monday morning off the coast of Mexico Photo: AP
By Jon Swaine in New York
But the 4,500 passengers on the Carnival Splendor were on Wednesday fed chopped pork shoulder mixed with ham, modified potato starch and sodium nitrite in aspic – Spam.

Iraq gets new government after coalition deal

Iraq gets new government after coalition deal
Iraq will finally get a new government on Thursday after politicians hammered out a late-night deal to end eight months of wrangling following an indecisive election.
Ayad Allawi (left) and Nouri al-Maliki Photo: AP.By Richard Spencer, Middle East Correspondent 8:49AM GMT 11 Nov 2010.
The country's 249 days of impasse set a new world record, and led to fears in America and among its neighbours

Silvio Berlusconi defeated three times in Parliament as grip on power grows weaker

Silvio Berlusconi's hold on power looked more fragile than ever after his government was defeated in parliament and new claims emerged of starlets being supplied for parties at one of his mansions.

Osama bin Laden appoints new commander to spearhead war on West

Osama bin Laden appoints new commander to spearhead war on West
Osama bin Laden Photo: APBy Praveen Swami, Diplomatic Editor 10:00PM GMT 10 Nov 2010
Known to western intelligence services by the alias Saif al-Adel, or "Sword of the Just", al-Qaeda's new chief of international operations is believed to have conceived of the wave of strikes that set off terror alerts across Europe recently, as well as last week's mid-air parcel-bomb plot.

U.S., South Korea fail to reach free-trade deal

SEOUL - Negotiations over a U.S.-Korea free-trade agreement broke down on Thursday after four days of discussions, a setback for the leaders of the two nations and a blow to efforts to rekindle broader world trade talks.

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