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WELLINGTON (Reuters Life!) - Marriage really is good for you, with a major international study finding it reduces the risks of depression and anxiety, but these disorders are more likely to plague people once the relationship is over. Full Story »
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Chicago - Dropping Tiger Woods is not as easy as taking down a few billboards or canceling a media campaign. Full Story »
NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) - Do you know a child named Aiden or Madeline? Chances are someone will as they are the top names for boys and girls in 2009, while Jacob and Emma were the most popular of the decade. Full Story »
President Obama: Thanks for coming to the White House, everybody. I know how miserable it is to fly commercial, but thanks for doing it and for taking the subway over from the airport. The American people will appreciate that. Full Story »
It is tempting for parents whose savings and earnings have been wiped out by the economic downturn to tell their teens: "We love you. We want you to go to college, but we can't afford to pay tuition right now. You're on your own." Full Story »
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BEVERLY HILLS (Reuters) - Film drama "Up in the Air" soared away with six Golden Globe nominations on Tuesday, more than any film, while Sandra Bullock and Meryl Streep surprised Hollywood watchers with two nominations each for the major awards show. Full Story »
Nature
PARIS (AFP) - Scientists have used nanosensors for the quick detection of cancers through blood tests, with nanomaterial also enabling the release of medicine at targeted organs, said studies released Sunday. Full Story »
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LOS ANGELES (AFP) - Beleaguered US rocker Courtney Love has lost custody of her 17-year-old daughter Frances Bean, child of the late Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain, according to court documents. Full Story »
Seeking advice from pediatricians on your kids' health just got easier. The American Academy of Pediatrics today launched a website, healthychildren.org, in an effort to bring "pediatrician-approved health information" to the often-confusing world of online medical advice. Full Story »
Sometimes, bad things happen to great cars. The exhilarating Pontiac G8, for example, came along just as parent company General Motors decided to kill the entire Pontiac division. The 2009 retirement of the Honda S2000 roadster caused remorse even at Honda. Full Story »
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PARIS (AFP) - The chemical Bisphenol A used in plastic containers and drinks cans has been shown for the first time to affect the functioning of the intestines, according to a French study published Monday. Full Story »
It's time to retire the idea of retirement--or at least push it back by a few years. Although it's fun to dream about a permanent escape from a grueling commute or an overbearing boss, think about how much you gain from your friendship with coworkers and having a daily routine where you feel useful. The financial incentives to delay retirement are obvious and dramatic. And recent research even suggests that working part time in retirement can improve your health. Here are 10 reasons you shouldn't quit your day job. Full Story »
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COPENHAGEN (AFP) - Europe turned up the heat on China and the United States Tuesday, demanding the world's two biggest carbon polluters give ground to unlock a pact to tame the monster of climate change. Full Story »
AFP
BEVERLY HILLS (AFP) - Futuristic epic "Avatar" and downsizing drama "Up In the Air" led the field as nominees for the 67th Golden Globes were unveiled on Tuesday, signaling the start of Hollywood's awards season. Full Story »
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Nike Inc Chairman and co-founder Phil Knight said the scandal surrounding Tiger Woods is "part of the game" in signing endorsement deals with athletes and did not back away from the athletic shoe and clothing maker's relationship with the golfer. Full Story »
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COPENHAGEN (AFP) - Climate change threatens the survival of dozens of animal species from the emperor penguin to Australian koalas, according to a report released Monday at the UN climate summit. Full Story »
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 15, the 349th day of 2009. There are 16 days left in the year. Full Story »
Reuters
NEW YORK/HOUSTON (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil Corp plans to buy XTO Energy Inc for about $30 billion in stock, in a move that thrusts the U.S. energy giant to the forefront of North America's fast-growing natural gas industry. Full Story »
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