Next Post-Sandy Challenge: The Sea Of Damaged Cars
Hurricane Sandy wrecked hundreds of thousands of cars along the New York and New Jersey shorelines, and could cost auto insurers around $800 million. That’s not the companies’ only problem, though; disposing of these water-damaged vehicles isn’t so simple.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
As Economy Prospers, Ghana Holds Presidential Vote
President John Dramani Mahama faces a tight race in the West African nation that boasts a fast-growing economy and strong democratic tradition. The election was extended into a second day after some glitches with new electronic voter verification systems.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Sen. Jim DeMint Leaving Congress To Run Heritage Foundation
He’s one of the most consistently conservative voices in Congress and a favorite of Tea Party activists across the nation. DeMint says he’s “not leaving the fight.” No organization, he says, is better equipped to push conservative principles than Heritage, a Washington-based think tank.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Architect Oscar Niemeyer, Who Designed Brazil’s Capital, Dies
The Pritzker Prize-winning architect was known for some of the world’s most famous modernist buildings, including Brasilia’s crown-shaped cathedral. He was 104.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Jets’ Coach Rex Ryan Sticks By His Man: Mark Sanchez Will Start Sunday
The move is a dramatic conclusion to three days of suspense following a disastrous game last Sunday, where Sanchez, booed by his home crowd, completed 10 of 21 passes for 97 yards.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Medical Residents Work Long Hours Despite Rules
The traditions of medical education die hard. Many doctors in training still work extreme hours, despite rules that limit the lengths of shifts for medical residents. One residency director calls for doctors educated under the old system to stop bashing the younger generation for being soft.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
His Holiness Comes To Twitter: Pope Benedict Is ‘@Pontifex’
Beginning on Dec. 12, the Vatican says, Pope Benedict XVI will be answering questions about faith. Can he say much in 140 characters or less? Well, the Church does have Ten Commandments that each come in under that length.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
In Istanbul, A Byzantine-Era Fleet Surfaces Again
In Istanbul, construction of much-needed transit projects was halted when astonishing archaeological treasures began turning up. Now, archaeologists are poring over a stunning trove of artifacts, including some three dozen Byzantine-era ships.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
Israel Plans To Expand Settlements In East Jerusalem, West Bank
Israel announced the plans a day after the U.N. voted to upgrade Palestine to a non-member observer state. The United States called the plans “counterproductive.”» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
WikiLeaks Suspect Bradley Manning: ‘I Thought I Was Going To Die In That Cage’
Manning, who has offered to plead guilty to lesser charges, is asking for case to be dismissed, because he says his pre-trial punishment was so severe.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
