GREYMOUTH, New Zealand —The bid to rescue 29 New Zealand coal miners trapped underground by a massive gas explosion for nearly five days hit new problems Tuesday as a mechanical robot broke down inside a tunnel and hard rock layers slowed progress on gas testing.
Nov 23, 2010
TSA chief calls for understanding; pat-down leaves Michigan man covered in urine
ATLANTA —The U.S. airport security chief pleaded with Thanksgiving travelers for understanding and urged them not to boycott full-body scans on Wednesday, lest their protest snarl what is already one of the busiest, most stressful flying days of the year.
Myanmar democracy leader Suu Kyi reunited with son
YANGON —Myanmar’s pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi was reunited Tuesday with her youngest son she last saw a decade ago, in an emotional moment at the Yangon airport 10 days after she was released from detention.
North, South Korea exchange fire;
SEOUL —North and South Korea exchanged artillery fire Tuesday after the North shelled an island near their disputed sea border, killing at least two South Korean marines, setting dozens of buildings ablaze and sending civilians fleeing for shelter.
Harry Potter stars sad to say goodbye › Japan Today
From left: Evanna Lynch, Rupert Grint and Bonnie Wright.
By Chris Betros
TOKYO —With “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1” opening around the world simultaneously over the weekend, the series’ youthful stars fanned out on publicity tours around the globe. Star Daniel Radcliffe stayed in the UK, Emma Watson was in the U.S., Tom Felton went to Mexico, while Japan played host to Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley), Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley) and Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood).
Japanese firms lobby British government to rethink immigration plans
LONDON —Japanese firms are threatening to review future investments in Britain if the government goes ahead with plans to put an annual cap on immigration levels.
Women of the year, Japan
SANKEI
From left: Singer Miliyah Kato, actress Meisa Kuroki, actress Shinobu Terajima, actress Tamiyo Kusakari, cartoonist Eriko Saibara, actress Satomi Ishihara and model Tao Okamoto pose at the Vogue Nippon Women of the Year 2010 award ceremony at the Grand Hyatt Tokyo on Monday night.
3 hikers rescued, 4th in critical condition in Shizuoka
SHIZUOKA —A woman was found in a critical condition while three others were rescued on Tuesday in a mountainous area of Shimada, Shizuoka Prefecture, after they went missing Monday. Police found Fusae Goto, 80, in a state of cardio-respiratory arrest by a mountain river during a search for the missing hikers on Tuesday morning.
4 bodies found in car in Saitama; suicide suspected, Japan
SAITAMA —
Three men and one woman were found dead Tuesday in a parked car at a parking lot of a temple in Saitama, Saitama Prefecture, police said.
Police believe the four, believed to be in their 20s to 40s, committed group suicide, as a charcoal stove of the type often used in carbon monoxide poisoning suicides was found on the back seat of the van. The car was locked and the windows were sealed with tape from the inside but no suicide notes were found, according to police.
Susan Boyle Takes Over the “Today” Show
Bringing some holiday cheer to the airwaves, Susan Boyle gave a marvelous performance on the “Today” show this morning (November 23).
The “I Dreamed a Dream” songstress looked joyous as she took the stage at Rockefeller Center to the delight of the massive crowd that had gathered.
Simon Cowell Opines On New “Idol” Judge Steven Tyler
He walked away from one of the most successful shows on network television, and looking back Simon Cowell thinks things will be fine without him.
The former “American Idol” stud told press he doesn’t mind being replaced by Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler.
Taylor Swift Dishes On "Back to December"
She’s known for putting her thoughts and emotions in her music, and Taylor Swift recently opened up about what’s behind her song, “Back to December.”
The country-singing cutie says the tune “is an apology in the form of a song. You know, in life, you learn lessons. And sometimes you learn them the hard way. Sometimes you learn them too late.”
Olivia Palermo: Ready for Her Own Show
Stepping out for the screening of “I Love You Phillip Morris,” Olivia Palermo was spotted at the New York's School of Visual Arts Theater on Monday night (November 22).
Upon arrival, the reality TV star babe looked fabulous while showing off her freshly cut and colored locks and posing for pictures alongside her hunky beau, Johannes Huebl.
"True Blood" Adds Hot New Cast Members
It’s one of HBO’s most popular shows, and now “True Blood” have added a few new members to its cast.
Janina Gavankar, who may know from “The Gates” and “The L Word,” is set to play Luna, a sexy public school teacher and shapeshifter.
Katie Holmes and Suri: Farewell, Ft. Lauderdale
Finishing up her work in paradise, Katie Holmes was joined by daughter Suri Cruise boarding a private jet in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Tuesday (November 23).
The former "Dawson's Creek" star was been busily working on scenes aboard the Allure of the Seas cruise ship alongside Adam Sandler for their new film "Jack and Jill".
TODAY World News, Nov 23, 2010
| Nations condemn deadly North Korean artillery attackCNN International By the CNN Wire Staff (CNN) -- Nations reacted swiftly Tuesday in condemning a North Korean artillery attack that South Korea said killed two marines and wounded 15 soldiers and civilians. The strongest reaction came from South Korean President Lee ... See all stories on this topic » |
Nicki Minaj Opens Up About Dad's Crack Addiction
Airing on Sunday (November 28) at 10 p.m. ET/PT on MTV, the "Your Love" singer begins the show by telling, "Everything in Trinidad reminds me of my family that is no longer here."
Miley Cyrus' Star-Studded 18th Birthday Bash
Donning a black bra-like top and matching leather pants, the "Hannah Montana" star was greeted by a slew of Hollywood stars including Demi Moore and Rumer Willis while ringing in an early 18th birthday fete.
The Peoples Voice News, Nov 22, 2010
11/22/10
Israel Is The Tail That Is Wagging The World
Since the world was introduced to Israel, the entire world has been upended. In the case before the world today of TSA's outrageous behavior, that flies in the face of all-humanity, we can easily see that this tyranny will lead directly to the enslavement of the American public if these policies are not brought to complete halt.
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