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Google Now Searches JavaScript
mikejuk writes "Google has been improving the way that its Googlebot searches dynamic web pages for some time — but it seems to be causing some added interest just at the moment. In the past Google has encouraged developers to avoid using JavaScript to deliver content or links to content because of the difficulty of indexing dynamic content. Over time, however, the Googlebot has incorporated wa...
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Salon
Rand Paul’s leverage with Mitt
If Romney becomes president, the threat of a 2016 GOP challenge will loom over every decision he makes
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Telegraph
Codelco head's departure 'not linked' to Anglo row
The sudden resignation of Codelco's chief executive has sparked speculation that he is a casualty of the Chilean copper giant's legal battle with miner Anglo American.
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perez hilton
Alec Baldwin & Hilaria Thomas Secretly Planning A Wedding In Europe??
We have some bad news for Alec Baldwin's love-crazed stalker!
Rumor swirling around Cannes is… the 30 Rock star and his fiancé, Hilaria Thomas, are planning to elope after the festival!!!
A source close to the pair confesses:
“They’ve been telling people they’ll be spending time in Europe, and there’s speculation they’re going to get [...]
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Huffington Post
Tyson Slocum: With Gas Prices It's 'Heads I Win, Tails You Lose'
You might think that the declining price of gasoline means that we don't have to pay attention to all that talk about oil speculation driving up the price of oil. Right? Wrong.
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Barrons
Apple: Keep in Mind the ‘Heart Transplant,’ Says Piper
Piper Jaffray's Gene Munster this morning reiterates an Overweight rating on shares of Apple (AAPL) and a $910 price target, offering his view on “ten key points” he thinks are important to consider on the way to a $1,000 share price “in the next couple years.” The most important things are further innovation, he believes, coming in this year’s product lineup, ...
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Hindustan Times
CBI to quiz Jagan Mohan Reddy today, likely to be arrested
YSR Congress Party leader YS Jaganmohan Reddy will appear before the CBI in Hyderabad today amid speculation that he would be arrested in connection with the corruption cases against him.
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New York Times
Side Effects: Dogs and Humans, Speculation and Science
Two recent papers about the domestication of dogs take different approaches: one is data-rich, solid science, the other more speculative and inconclusive, seeking to prompt thought.
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AP
Speculation now switches to Fitzgerald successor
CHICAGO (AP) -- U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald explained his resignation Thursday on the belief that new blood would be healthy for the office - turning the speculation to who might end up replacing one of the longest-serving and most highly regarded prosecutors in the country....
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Irish Times
Lotus rule out rallying for Raikkonen
FORMULA ONE MONTE CARLO GRAND PRIXLOTUS HAVE ruled out Kimi Raikkonen mixing Formula One and rallying after speculation he could enter Rally Finland later this year. The former Renault team lost Polish driver Robert Kubica to life-threatening injuries last year and principal Eric Boullier made clear yesterday Raikkonen could not be put at risk.
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The Guardian
Yvonne Fletcher investigation renewed
David Cameron announces detectives will fly to Libya in pursuit of information about the policewoman's 1984 killingBritish detectives will travel to Libya to renew their investigation into the shooting of the police officer Yvonne Fletcher, David Cameron has announced.Fletcher was shot from the Libyan embassy as she oversaw an anti-Gaddafi protest in St James's Square, London, in 1984. The emba...
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Washington Post
Wizards still quiet about plans for Coach Randy Wittman
Nearly a month after the Wizards concluded the regular season, the team has still been extremely quiet about its plans for Coach Randy Wittman.
A source with knowledge of the Wizards’ thinking recently described the situation as “an ongoing process,” adding that the team has no timetable to make a decision. Wittman and his assistants are still under contract for next season, lessening the ...
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Goal.com
Wigan owner Whelan gives Martinez ultimatum over future
The Latics chairman says the Spaniard will have a seven-day deadline to make his intentions known after returning from holiday, amid speculation he is set to leave for Anfield.
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Times LIVE
Publisher delays 'XCOM' to 2013, fueling 'Grand Theft Auto V' rumors
Video game publisher Take Two has delayed its alien invasion shooter XCOM well into next year, while at the same time predicting a huge rise in predicted earnings, supporting speculation that Grand Theft Auto V will arrive in 2012.
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Washington Post
Republicans’ Hispanic problem — in 2 charts
New data from an NBC-Wall Street Journal poll that show
President Obama leading former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney by 34 points among Hispanics set off a new round of speculation about whether Republicans can win in November if they can’t narrow that margin.
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Daily Mail
Louis van Gaal linked with Liverpool job
Louis van Gaal has admitted he is desperate to return to management, prompting speculation he could replace Kenny Dalglish at Liverpool. The Dutchman is also being considered for the Sporting Director role.
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New York Times
Egyptians Vote for President in a First for the Arab World
After weeks of debate, speculation and argument, Egyptians went to the polls on Wednesday to cast ballots in the Arab world’s first competitive presidential election.
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BBC
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Irish Times
European shares end two-day rally
European shares ended a two-day rally and German bond prices rose today, as a split between France and Germany over measures to tackle the euro-zone debt crisis and renewed speculation of a Greek exit from the 17-member currency area hit investor sentiment.
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Daily Mail
Eden Hazard to decide between Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea by June 2
Eden Hazard looks set to finally end speculation over his future in the next ten days. The Belgian star is wanted by Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City.
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BoingBoing
Canada's telcos secretly backing revival of "dead" warrantless surveillance bill
Michael Geist sez, Canada's proposed Internet surveillance was back in the news last week after speculation grew that government intends to keep the bill in legislative limbo until it dies on the order paper. Public Safety Minister Vic Toews denied the reports, maintaining that Bill C-30 will still be sent to committee for further study. [...]
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AllThingsDigital
Samsung Galaxy S III: Inspired by Nature, Not Lawyers
If lawyers didn't design the Galaxy S III, then why is it so ugly?
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Scientific American
The Brain's Highways: Mapping the Last Frontier
Frontiers are in short supply. No explorer will again catch that first glimpse of the Pacific Ocean with “wild surmise,” take the first steps on the moon, or arrive first at the Challenger deep – the remotest corners of the earth are now tourist attractions. Even in science, great mysteries have fallen – life itself has gone from being the subject of metaphysical speculation about vital substan...
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Huffington Post
'House' Series Finale: House Fakes His Own Death To Spend Wilson's Final Months With Him (VIDEO)
There was a lot of speculation that House might die during the "House" (8 p.m. ET on Fox). With the episode titled "Everybody Dies" -- a spin on House's veritable catch-phrase, "Everybody lies." -- there was reason to anticipate someone kicking the bucket. And there was a death. And a funeral. But not as anyone might have expected.House spent much of the episode in a drug-induced state, halluci...
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TechCrunch
Machinima Gets $35M In Funding, Led By Google
After weeks of speculation, online video distributor Machinima announced Monday that it has closed a $35 million funding round led by Google, which also included existing investors Redpoint Ventures and MK Capital. The new financing comes as Google's YouTube has been investing heavily in bringing in all sorts of new original programming.
The Machinima network is the largest single page view g...
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National Post
UN nuclear chief seeks ’progress’ on wider Iran probes before world powers talks
The head of the U.N. nuclear agency pushed Monday for a breakthrough pact with Iran to resume inspections into suspected secret atomic weapons work and possibly set in motion further dealmaking when envoys from Tehran and world powers gather later this week in Baghdad.
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THE GLOBE AND MAIL
Body found on B.C.'s Bowen Island prompts speculation on missing girl's fate
Remains found on Bowen Island close to where Jodi Henrickson was last seen nearly three years ago
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FT
Italian bomb attack ‘not mafia’
Speculation that schoolgirl’s death before anti-mafia rally in Brindisi could signal start of violent campaign at time of political instability
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politico
NAACP backs gay marriage
CAMP DAVID – The board of the NAACP, one of the nation’s oldest and largest African American advocacy organizations, has passed a resolution supporting gay marriage in the wake of President Obama’s public endorsement of same-sex unions.
“The mission of the NAACP has always been to ensure the political, social and economic equality of all people,” board chair Roslyn M. Brock said in a statement ...
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Telegraph
Robin van Persie to give no interviews while with Holland in bid to avoid speculation over Arsenal talks
Dutch FA make deal with Arsenal meaning Van Persie is exempt from interviews while on international duty.
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WSJ
Worst Week for European Stocks In 8 Months
The Stoxx 600 fell for the fifth consecutive session, pressured this time by concerns over slowing growth in China. Bank stocks rose amid speculation about a ban on short-selling.
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Mashable
Facebook IPO: Ask Us Anything [LIVE CHAT]
Facebook is now a public company. After months of speculation, Mark Zuckerberg rang the opening bell for Nasdaq from the companies headquarters…
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BBC
China property prices fall again
Chinese property prices continued to fall during April after the government kept policies in place to curb speculation.
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Fortune
Facebook's IPO price: $38 per share
After four months of paperwork, hype and speculation, the last piece of the Facebook IPO is in place: Facebook said it has priced its IPO at $38 a share.
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Times of India
Yeddyurappa makes first move to float party
Having virtually detached himself from the BJP, former chief minister BS Yeddyurappa is reportedly charting his own course by moving into a new office on Friday. Speculation is rife that he is preparing to float a Karnataka Janata Party.
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THE GLOBE AND MAIL
Rob Ford earns praise with anti-homophobia event appearance
Move follows weeks of speculation and behind-the-scenes maneuverings aimed at convincing Mr. Ford to come to the low-key ceremony
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Daily Mail
How to tell where a euro note comes from - and why a German one doesn't beat a Greek
As the threat of Greece leaving the euro mounts, some of the wilder speculation suggests those holding Greek euros may regret it. We explain how to spot one and why this is probably nonsense.
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Entertainment Online
Russell Brand Confesses He Still Loves Katy Perry
For Russell Brand, a lot has changed since his last appearance on Ellen back in December when he slammed all the speculation that he and Katy Perry were heading toward splitsville.
Cut...
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Times of India
Whites now account for under half of births in US: Census data
After years of speculation, estimates and projections, the Census Bureau has made it official: White births are no longer a majority in the US.
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Irish Times
Minority babies now majority in US
After years of speculation, estimates and projections, the US Census Bureau has made it official: White births are no longer a majority in the United States.
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BBC
VIDEO: Who may do best in Greece poll?
The leader of a left-wing party in Greece, Alexis Tsipras, looks likely to do best in next month's election and there is increasing speculation that Greece could be forced out of the euro if his party wins.
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Reuters
Samsung shares fall further on Apple-Elpida alliance fears
SEOUL (Reuters) - Shares in South Korea's Samsung Electronics extended their heavy slide on Thursday, on speculation that arch rival Apple Inc is looking to cut its reliance on Samsung memory chips and turn increasingly to Japanese chipmaker Elpida.
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BBC
Euro at four-month low on Greece
The euro hits a fresh four-month low against the dollar as political uncertainty in Greece fuels speculation it could leave the single currency.
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Irish Times
Markets make modest recovery
Having sunk to new 2012 lows earlier this morning, European stocks pared earlier losses as banks recovered even as speculation deepens that Greece will leave the euro currency bloc.
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Reuters
Analysis: Euro twilight zone beckons for Greece
LONDON (Reuters) - Speculation about an endgame in Greece's protracted crisis has flooded markets with euro exit scenarios this week, but investors reckon there's still every chance that uncertainty will simply drag on for months.
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Technology Review
iPhone 5 Rumor Roundup
Digital scuttlebutt about the next iPhone.
Like any good tech blog, Hello World likes to indulge itself in a bit of rumor mongering now and then. The past few weeks have led to a flurry of speculation about the next-gen iPhone, and who am I to ignore it?
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Irish Times
Bank of England governor under fire
LONDON BRIEFING:SIR MERVYN King, who today delivers the Bank of England’s quarterly Inflation Report, still has more than a year to serve as governor of the Old Lady of Threadneedle Street, but already there is feverish speculation on his successor.
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Daily Telegraph
US shares sink as euro crisis deepens
US stocks have sunk as speculation about Greece's potential exit from the eurozone continues.
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Irish Times
Rumour of collusion 'played down'
Briefing notes prepared for former British prime minister Margaret Thatcher and northern secretary Tom King in the wake of IRA murders of two RUC officers, encouraged the politicians to play down speculation of Garda/IRA collusion.
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BBC
VIDEO: Spears 'excited' to join X Factor
After weeks of speculation Britney Spears and Demi Lovato have been confirmed as the new judges for the US version of the X Factor.
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Telegraph
George Osborne: eurozone uncertainty is damaging UK economy
The Chancellor says that speculation over whether Greece will leave the eurozone is doing "real damage across the whole European economy".
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Los Angeles Times
'America's Got Talent': Fans embrace Howard Stern debut
Howard Stern was tough on some of the contestants on Monday's season premiere of "America's Got Talent." And the viewers seemed to crave it.
"I forgot how much I love Howard Stern," tweeted @OptiMISS_Prime.
"Never was a fan of Howard Stern but gotta say I'm loving him on the show," added @ShammyCW, expressing a point of view widely shared on Twitter.
Stern, the Sirius XM shock jock famed for h...
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Times of India
Greek leftists reject president's proposal for technocrat govt
Greek leftists rejected a last-ditch proposal by the head of state on Monday to put technocrats in charge of the country, as financial markets slid on speculation that political turmoil would force Athens out of the euro zone.
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omg
Britney Spears, Demi Lovato Joining 'The X Factor'
It's finally official - Britney Spears and Demi Lovato are joining "The X Factor." After much speculation and numerous reports, FOX confirmed the pop stars were joining the judging panel of Simon Cowell's reality show during the Upfront Presentation in New York City on Monday afternoon.
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Fortune
Another Apple analyst backs away from iTV's inevitability
Pouring cold water on one of Silicon Valley's hottest rumors
FORTUNE -- Although there is no shortage of iTV speculation -- thanks to Asian news outlets like DigiTimes -- and plenty of Apple (AAPL) analysts ready to calculate to the penny how much an Apple-branded TV set would add to the company's bottom line, some experts have started to back away from what was once seen as an inevitablity.
In...
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THE AUSTRALIAN
Nothing finer than this Falstaff
SPECULATION mounts as to who will succeed Vladimir Ashkenazy as the Sydney Symphony's chief conductor.
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AP
Oil down to near $94 on China, Europe concerns
Oil prices dropped to near $94 a barrel Monday due to concerns that China's economy, the world's second-largest, is slowing faster than expected as well as speculation that Greece could abandon the euro currency bloc....
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news.com.au
Coolest Brit rockers head Down Under
BRITISH band Coldplay ended months of speculation by announcing they will head to Australia for a national tour.
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Daily Telegraph
Size really matters
BRITISH band Coldplay are officially stadium rockers. Ending months of speculation, Coldplay will perform at Sydney's Allianz Stadium on November 17.
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Les Echos
Bernanke-Les banques ont trop durci leurs conditions de crédit
Les banques ont tellement durci leurs conditions d'octroi de crédits que de nombreux acheteurs solvables ne peuvent plus accéder au marché immobilier aux Etats-Unis, des pratiques qui ne devraient probablement pas s'assouplir bientôt, a dit jeudi le président de la Réserve fédérale américaine Ben...Articles en rapportLa Bourse de Francfort termine en hausse (Dax: +0,66%)Oxfam désigne Allianz ch...
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Les Echos
Oxfam désigne Allianz champion de la spéculation sur les denrées alimentaires
L'organisation pour le développement solidaire Oxfam place Allianz en tête des établissements allemands spéculant sur les prix des denrées agricoles. L'assureur s'en défend.
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Pravda
Financial speculation behind smear campaign
The Republic of Equatorial Guinea, while one of the smallest and most discrete African countries, is also one of the largest worldwide exporters of oil - with most of its oil being acquired by US corporations. Therefore, any sign of political unrest in Guinea is likely to have an immediate impact on Wall Street
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China Daily
Sany may cut sales forecast
Sany Heavy Industry Co, China's biggest maker of excavators, may cut its forecast for this year as government efforts to curb property speculation slow construction.
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Daily Mail
Has it crashed or been hijacked? Mystery over Russian Superjet carrying 36 foreign nationals that 'vanished' over Indonesia
A state-of-the-art Russian Superjet has vanished from radar screens in Indonesia amid speculation it has crashed or been hijacked with 36 foreign nationals on board.
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USA Today
What's left for would-be ESPN rivals?
With new speculation that ESPN locked up a long-term TV deal with the Big 12, there isn't much college tonnage left for other cable channels
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Hindustan Times
Sensex nosedives 367 pts on RBI rate comment, euro zone
The Sensex of the BSE on Tuesday shed 367 points or 2.18% to touch 16,546.18 points following RBI's weak outlook on further interest rate reduction, combined with worries about the euro zone crisis worsening, and speculation of a diesel price increase.
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circleID
Wall Street and Virtual Space Data: Internet Domain Name Index (IDNX) Listed on Bloomberg, Reuters
The financial industry is all about pinstripe suits, excessive Excel sheets and boring data. Or is it? Financial markets are more colorful than their reputation: take a look at Bloomberg's or Reuters' sites, and you'll see that pork belly is as much an object of investment speculation as coffee, electricity, bananas, hides, or fishmeal. Recently, the universe of data available to financial anal...
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NEWS.au.com
Dollar lower on US data
THE Australian dollar has opened more than one US cent lower, on weak US jobs data and market speculation of another cut to the cash rate by the reserve bank.
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CNN
Turkish journalists missing in Syria finally phone home
One of two Turkish journalists missing in Syria called home Saturday, ending nearly two months of speculation about their well-being but failing to clear up questions about who is holding them or when they might be freed.
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DomainIncite
ICANN expects up to 2,305 new gTLD applications
After months of speculation, ICANN has finally revealed how many new generic top-level domain applications it expects to receive. The lowest amount appears to be 2,091. That’s the number of applications in the TLD Application System when it was taken offline due to the data leakage bug on April 12, ICANN said. Another 214 applications [...]
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China Daily
Investment growth slowest in a decade
China’s investments are increasing at their slowest pace in 10 years. That is stirring up speculation that a new round of policy incentives, similar to a 4 trillion yuan ($634.7 billion) stimulus package in 2008, will be forthcoming.
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Telegraph
Boris Johnson as Prime Minister is a "frothy" rumour, says minister
The idea of Boris Johnson leading the Conservative Party is "frothy" speculation, a Cabinet minister has said.
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China Daily
Robben extends Bayern contract by 2 yrs
Arjen Robben has extended his contract with Bayern Munich for another two years until 2015, ending months of media speculation about the Dutch winger's future.
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THE GLOBE AND MAIL
With change in chief-of-staff, looks like McGuinty intends to stay
Since last falls provincial election, speculation about Dalton McGuintys future has been one of the hotter topics of conversation around Queens Park
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Irish Times
Chávez creates council with transitional role
Hugo Chávez’s creation of a council of state this week has triggered speculation that it is intended as a transitional body in the event that the Venezuelan president’s cancer forces him to relinquish power,writes Benedict Mander in Caracas.
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Wired
Samsung Galaxy S III Tracks Your Eyes, Knows When You're Ready to Call
After months of speculation, Samsung's Galaxy S III smartphone is here. It has a massive touch screen and quad-core CPU, but it's most noteworthy features tie into human behavior prediction -- seriously.
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THE GLOBE AND MAIL
Robben extends Bayern deal by two years to 2015
Arjen Robben has extended his contract with Bayern Munich for another two years until 2015, ending months of media speculation about the Dutch wingers future.
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Daily Mail
Samsung Galaxy S3: Speculation over Android's latest smartphone reaches fever pitch with London launch just hours away
At 7pm this evening, the Korean electronics giant will pull the wrappers off the Samsung Galaxy S3 - and Android fans are expecting another leap in hardware.
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Scientific American
Speculation Arises about the Role of Concussions in Another NFL Player’s Suicide
NFL legend Junior Seau died today after reportedly shooting himself in the chest, according to various news reports. What prompted the apparent suicide is still unknown. But Seau’s taking of his own life will inevitably raise questions about a possible role of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a disorder that results from repeated concussions and that [...]
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WSJ
Conrad Black Expected Out of Jail Soon
One-time media mogul Conrad Black is set to leave a Florida jail as early as Saturday, triggering a wave of speculation over whether he'll be allowed back into Canada after famously renouncing his citizenship.
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physorg
Cairo Calendar shows Egyptians discovered binary Algol first
(Phys.org) -- Algol, aka the Demon Star, is actually a binary star in the Perseus constellation, and has been the subject of speculation for hundreds of years. Now a group of Finnish researchers propose that the peculiar behavior of Algol was first noted by the Egyptians some 3200 years ago. They suggest, as they describe in their paper uploaded to the preprint server arXiv, that a document kno...
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The Jerusalem Post
Barak, Independence launch first campaign event
He said that the party would run on its own, speculation that it would join up with Likud misplaced.
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The Sun
Hughton plays down Baggies link
CHRIS HUGHTON refused to be drawn on speculation linking him with the vacant West Brom job
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THE AUSTRALIAN
Redeploy workers, AWU urges Qantas
QANTAS has been urged to redeploy its workers amid speculation the airline will close its Tullamarine maintenance base.
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Reuters
Israel's Netanyahu would win early election: poll
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would win an election if it were held now, an opinion poll showed on Monday as he weighs strategy towards Iran's nuclear program and speculation grows that he will seek a renewed public mandate.
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FT
HKEx confirms interest in LME
Chinese bourse hopes to acquire the world’s leading metals exchange, ending months of speculation and pitting the group against peers in the US
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news.com.au
Dollar up on speculation of US stimulus
THE dollar is almost a full US cent higher as markets priced in the possibility that the US could embark on a new economic stimulus.
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THE GLOBE AND MAIL
Wolf sightings trigger speculation in Atlantic Canada
Large animals may be escaped pets, have arrived on ice floes or be interbred species
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The Sun
I want to stay here for life
NANI ends all speculation about his future by insisting: “Man United is my home”
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National Post
Witmer resignation throws wrench in Tim Hudak’s ‘sideline’ strategy
Scott Stinson: The move fuels speculation that some PCs are troubled by Hudak’s decision to watch as Dalton McGuinty and the NDP hammered out a budget deal
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Le Monde Diplomatique
Les licenciements boursiers n'existent pas
Envisager les licenciements sous le seul angle de la tyrannie des marchés se heurte à plusieurs contradictions : un grand nombre de licenciements abusifs n'ont aucun lien immédiat avec la Bourse. / France, Capitalisme, Économie, Entreprise, Finance, Multinationales, Protection sociale, Spéculation, (...)
/ France, Capitalisme, Économie, Entreprise, Finance, Multinationales, Protection sociale,...
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Irish Times
Protecting media diversity
THE DEPARTURE of Gavin O’Reilly from the position of chief executive of Independent News Media is a landmark event in the history of Irish media, ending 39 years of direct control by his family of the country’s largest newspaper group. In the days since the resignation, speculation has focused on the intentions of Denis O’Brien, INM’s largest shareholder, whose struggle with the O’Reillys over ...
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Daily Telegraph
One year on, it's baby steps for Wills and Kate
PRINCE William and Kate Middleton have been married for 12 months and speculation of a Royal pregnancy is at fever pitch.
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Telegraph
The Smiths are NOT reforming, say former band members, as rumour causes internet storm
It was the news die-hard fans have been waiting 25 years for, causing a worldwide frenzy of excitement and even sparking speculation David Cameron might resign.
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SI
Tony Pauline: 2012 NFL Draft Day Live Chat
After months of analysis, speculation and hype, the NFL draft is upon us tonight. You've got questions, and SI.com draft expert Tony Pauline has answers. He'll be chatting live with readers at 12 p.m. ET today, so come prepared to learn more about the names you'll hear this weekend.
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ElPais
Will Guardiola sign on the dotted line?
European exit casts further doubts over contract renewal
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AP
Military says NKorea has 'powerful modern weapons'
PYONGYANG, North Korea (AP) -- North Korea is armed with "powerful modern weapons" capable of defeating the United States, a top military chief in Pyongyang said Wednesday amid increased speculation abroad about the nation's missile arsenal and nuclear ambitions....
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Nikkei
Forex: Dollar Stays Firm Around Mid-81 Yen Amid BOJ Easing Speculation |
Washington Post
Editorial Board: Chavez’s mysterious ailment fuels a run on Venezuelan stocks
WHAT IS the hottest global market so far in 2012? How about socialist Venezuela — where stocks rose 99 percent between Jan. 1 and this week. That might seem like an improbable surge in a country wracked by double-digit inflation, shortages of water, power and staple foods, and a dearth of investment — not to mention one of the world’s highest murder rates. But Venezuela’s markets are being move...
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Irish Times
Ferguson likes the look of Hazard
Soccer:Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted his liking for Lille star, Eden Hazard, adding to speculation that Manchester United could make a bid this summer. The Belgian forward looks set to leave the French club this summer, and most of Europe’s elite are hot on the trail of the 21-year-old.
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New York Times
As Barcelona Prepares for Chelsea, Fans Are On Edge
Two losses in four days have increased the likelihood that Barcelona could finish the season with neither the European nor the Spanish title, raising speculation that the club’s dominant run has ended.
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New York Times
Rubio Joins Romney on the Trail, Fueling Speculation
Senator Marco Rubio, who campaigned with Mitt Romney in Pennsylvania, joins a list that includes several governors and lawmakers.
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Reuters
Rubio campaigns with Romney, raising VP speculation
ASTON, Pennsylvania (Reuters) - Popular Florida Senator Marco Rubio campaigned with Mitt Romney on Monday, increasing speculation that the conservative Cuban-American might be high on the Republican presidential front-runner's list of potential vice presidential running mates.
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USA Today
Fabricated words added to Obama quote
A news commentator added words to a quote from a recent speech by President Obama, fueling speculation that Obama was referring to Mitt Romn ...
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Washington Post
H&M taking two floors at Chevy Chase Pavilion
It’s official...H&M is coming to Chevy Chase Pavilion in Friendship Heights. The Swedish fast-fashion chain plans to occupy 21,704 square feet formerly held by furniture retailer Pottery Barn.
This morning’s announcement by Clarion Partner, owner of the mixed -use mall, hotel and office property, puts to rest months of speculation about who would take the two-floor space.
Read full articl...
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Times of India
NSE denies trading error in its systems
The National Stock Exchange said it had not spotted errors in its trading systems on Friday, denying market speculation that a sudden fall in index futures of as much as 6.7% had been caused by a trading error.
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La Voix du Nord
Le marché de l´électricité dans le collimateur de Hollande
Le marché de l'électricité s'est invité jeudi dans la campagne présidentielle, le favori des sondages François Hollande voulant changer des règles censées développer la concurrence mais qui, selon son camp, ne font qu'attiser la spéculation au détriment des consommateurs.histoires liéesMadrid emprunte plus que prévu, mais doit encore convaincre les marchésBruxelles autorise Sony à se rapprocher...
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Reuters
COLUMN-Green energy M&A? First find a buyer: Gerard Wynn
LONDON, April 19 (Reuters) - The plunging share prices in
green energy manufacturers has fuelled speculation of a takeover
spree - but there is a catch: finding a buyer in a falling
market.
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National Post
Rays victimize Jays' Morrow with long ball
The day began with ongoing speculation about the Toronto Blue Jays’ fifth starter. It ended with an uneasy feeling about the No. 2 man in their rotation
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New York Times
European Rescue Fund May Face Biggest Test Yet
Concern over the health of Spain’s banks has fueled speculation that, for the first time, the bailout fund might be needed to help recapitalize the financial institutions of a big country.
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CNN
Why do we think Apple will make a TV set?
After four years of speculation there's still not a shred of hard evidence
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Barrons
Energy Stocks Shine on a Day Packed with High-Stakes News
Energy companies are proving to be some of the top gainers on a bull day for the market. The positive momentum comes even as news about the sector is mixed: President Obama plans to crack down on speculation among oil traders and otherwise boost oversight of the sector. And Argentina decided to nationalize oil company [...]
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CNN Money
Obama moves to curb oil speculators
The Obama administration proposed new measures Tuesday to limit speculation in the oil markets, seeking to draw a contrast with Republicans who have been calling for more domestic drilling during a time of near record gasoline prices.
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American Scientist
A New Dinosaur Genus in Patagonia
Patagonia has yielded the fossil remains of a new genus of dinosaur--named Bonapartenykus--near two broken eggshells, leading to speculation that the eggs were either in the dinosaur or in a nest at the time of death. ...
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Le Point
Dette française : faut-il craindre une explosion de la spéculation ?
Les marchés financiers s'organisent-ils pour favoriser la spéculation sur la...
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Gizmodo
Samsung To Unveil Galaxy S III on May 3rd [Samsung]
Finally, after much rumour and speculation, a "new Samsung Galaxy" is officially coming. It'll be showing its presumably pretty face on the 3rd of May in London at a "Samsung Mobile Unpacked" event—if that doesn't scream Galaxy S III I don't know what does. More »
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New York Times
Killings Heighten Ethnic Tensions in Macedonia
Macedonians mourned the deaths of five men Sunday amid speculation that the killers were ethnic Albanians, arousing fears of a new bout of intercommunal violence.
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THE GLOBE AND MAIL
Carney on track to reset expectations
Just how hawkish the Bank of Canada Governor might sound this week subject of some speculation
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FOXnews
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are engaged, reports say
After years of endless speculation, it appears that Hollywood’s Golden Couple, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are finally engaged.
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USA Today
Will and Jada deny their marriage in trouble
Actors Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, dogged by tabloid speculation that their marriage is in trouble, deny it, ask 'Why us?'
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Le Echos
2012-Hollande veut tomber "du bon côté de l'Histoire"
"On peut gagner" après "on va gagner"Hollande refuse l'excès de confianceIl rejette toute spéculation sur le gouvernementArticles en rapport2012-Sarkozy dit détester les médicaments, se dope au chocolat2012-Passe d'armes entre Sarkozy et LauvergeonPierre Mauroy, hospitalisé, « va bien » indique Martine AubryGRAPHES DU JOUR 2012-Sarkozy et Hollande promettent plus avec moinsPierre Mauroy opéré d...
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Telegraph
Sergio Aguero commits future to Manchester City
Manchester City's top scorer Sergio Aguero has reiterated his commitment following fresh speculation over future at Eastlands.
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Times LIVE
Fit Mugabe back in the mix
President Robert Mugabe returned home yesterday looking fit after a trip to Singapore that had ignited speculation that he was seriously ill.
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Les Echos
Quand l'Espagne a bon dos
Les Espagnols n'ont pas apprécié les propos de Nicolas Sarkozy et François Bayrou sur leur compte, alors qu'ils luttent contre la spéculation.
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The Nation
China’s crackdown on ‘rumours’
BEIJING - China has closed 42 websites and deleted more than 210,000 posts since mid-March in a crackdown on online “rumours”, state media said Thursday, as a major political scandal rocked the country. The three-line announcement on the official Xinhua news agency came as Chinese authorities ramped up efforts to control online speculation about the purge of a top leader whose ...
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USA Today
Skip Holtz's wife joke about husband, Arkansas
The South Florida coach downplayed speculation about taking the job formerly held by his dad from 1977-83.
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Liberation
Marchés financiers : des candidats crient au FOAT de goût
Jean-Luc Mélenchon, Jacques Cheminade et Europe Ecologie-les Verts dénoncent l'arrivée, en pleine campagne, d'un produit pouvant faciliter la spéculation sur la dette française.
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Al Jazhera
'Fit as a fiddle' Mugabe returns home
Zimbabwean president back in Harare after Singapore visit that fuelled speculation over 88-year-old's state of health.
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Mail & Guardian
'Fit as a fiddle' Mugabe returns to Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe has arrived back home from Singapore, ending fevered speculation over his health.
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UN
UN General Assembly told of need to curb volatility of global food prices
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today underscored the need to curb the volatility of global food prices through the strengthening of oversight and analysis of international commodities futures markets to discourage the speculation that leads to price fluctuations.
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Times of India
Khar faces sack for contradicting Zardari: Report
Days after foreign minister Hina Rabbani Khar contradicted president Asif Ali Zardari during a meeting with a visiting American diplomat, speculation is rife that her portfolio may be changed.
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amNY
'Simpsons' creator reveals location of the real Springfield
After years of speculation, "Simpsons" fans finally know which one's the real Springfield.
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siliconindia
ROMANCING PAKISTAN
by VENKATESWARAN CHITTOOR VENKATSUBRAMANIAN President Asif Ali Zardari, by far the most outspoken Pakistan Political leaders is arriving in India to offer prayers at famous Ajmer Dargha with an entourage of 40 people purely on personal visit. The timing of this event was perfect when US administration announced a bounty on JuD chief Hafiz Saeed believed to be the master mind behind the siege...
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Rolling Stone
Nicki Minaj Lights Up Times Square, Debuts 'Starships' Remix
Yesterday in New York as dusk set in and the emblems of capitalism lit up the sky Nicki Minaj surprised a throng of thousands with a performance in the heart of Times Square Following hours of speculation as to who the secret performer would be fans tourists and general gawkers...
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BBC
Malawi confirms president's death
State radio in Malawi confirms the death of President Bingu wa Mutharika, ending 24 hours of speculation and fears of a power-struggle.
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Daily Mail
Showjumper Louise Leggatt: A scandal straight from a Jilly Cooper novel
While Louise Leggatt is hidden away in a police safe house recovering from shotgun injuries to her pelvis, speculation about the attacks and the recent arrests is at fever pitch.
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WSJ
Ryan Lands in VP Spotlight
Speculation is already swirling about whom Mitt Romney might pick as his running mate—and both parties are focusing on the same candidate.
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Daily Telegraph
Actress' face melting from surgery
AFTER years of speculation about having plastic surgery, an actress' face is starting to look scary.
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Foreign Policy
The Muslim Brotherhood's Presidential Gambit
The Muslim Brotherhood resolved months of speculation this weekend by announcing its intention of nominating Deputy Supreme Guide Khairet al-Shater for Egypt's Presidential election. It may not seem so surprising for a country's largest political force and the largest Parliamentary faction to field a Presidential candidate. But it was. The announcement sent an earthquake through Cairo's alrea...
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New York Times
Iranian Official Cites April 13 as Date For Nuclear Talks
Comments by Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi represented one more step in a diplomatic minuet playing out against a backdrop of speculation about a possible military strike by Israel.
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THE GLOBE AND MAIL
Pope meets Fidel Castro as papal visit to Cuba wraps up
The confirmation from Castro ends weeks of speculation as to whether he would repeat the meeting he held with Pope John Paul II during a historic 1998 visit
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Gouvernement de France
Facil'Eco, pour mieux comprendre l’économie
Article
Travail, économie, emploi
A travers un ensemble de contenus aussi détaillés que ludiques, Facil'Eco permet d’acquérir des bases essentielles pour la compréhension de cette discipline. Des notions comme la croissance, la compétitivité ou la spéculation sont explicitées dans la rubrique "règles du jeu". Un dictionnaire de l’économie, le Dico de l’éco, vient compléter ces définitions.
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Los Angeles Times
Win over Memphis a nice distraction for Clippers, Vinny Del Negro
With speculation swirling about locker-room unrest and Coach Vinny Del Negro's job security, Clippers put together a solid effort to beat Grizzlies 101-85, with Blake Griffin, Chris Paul leading way.Following days of speculation and tumult, the Clippers' pregame routine didn't waiver Saturday.
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Irish Times
Age Action tells IMF about fears of elderly
Speculation about threats to the medical card scheme, the State pension and free travel is causing great distress to older people, Age Action has told the International Monetary Fund.
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FT
Formula 1: vroom for speculation
There is renewed talk that the whole franchise is for sale. If that happens, it could change the sport’s finances, and therefore the sport itself
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New York Times
Whitney Houston Drowned, Coroner Says
The pop singer also suffered from heart disease, according to the coroner’s report, which ended a month of speculation about the cause of Ms. Houston’s sudden death on Feb. 11.
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Le Figaro
Fusillade de Toulouse : plus de 20 M de spectateurs pour le siège de Mohamed Meras
Si l'effet des fusillades de Toulouse et Montauban sur le vote des Français à l'élection présidentielle reste sujet à interrogations et spéculation, leur impact sur les audiences des journaux d'information est un bon indicateur de l'impact qu'elles auront eu...
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Daily Mail
Thames Estuary airport: David Cameron looks at the pros and cons of 'Boris Island'
David Cameron has revived speculation about a new London airport in the Thames estuary by saying that the Government's aviation review will look at the pros and cons of the idea.
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Daily Mail
Tulisa 'sex tape': Star obtains gagging order after 'sex tape' hits internet
Furthermore, her representative Simon Jones told the MailOnline: 'Tulisa has asked us not to comment on speculation about her personal life.'
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FOX
Convicted UVA Lacrosse Player May Seek Retrial
George Huguely's lawyer says it's not 'speculation' that University of Virginia murder case will be tried againMan, 83, Arrested After 3 Fatally Shot in West Virginia
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Barrons
Now Hear This, Investors: Believe It or Not, Apple Is...Cheap!
The tech titan's shares have risen anew, for a 44% gain this year. The explosive launch of the new iPad fueled the passion. Some remarks by CEO Tim Cook stoked speculation of a dividend payout.
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People
Is Bobbi Kristina Brown Engaged to 'Adopted Brother'?
After Whitney Houston's daughter flashes a big ring, speculation mounts she's marrying Nick Gordon
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USA Today
As Rowan Williams retires, speculation turns to successor
Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams' surprise retirement announcement stunned the religious world Friday.
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Reuters
Alstom CEO plays down wind deals report
PARIS (Reuters) - French transport and power engineering company Alstom SA played down speculation that it has plans to buy wind turbine makers, saying it would not pursue risky deals.
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siliconindia
UPA in a Big Mess? PM says No minister Resigned
In the wake of speculation about Railway Minister Dinesh Trivedi quitting following criticism by the Trinamool Congress leadership over the rail fare hike,Prime Minister Manmohan Singh scotched the rumours, saying he had not received any resignation.
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The Nation
Little support for Israeli attack on Iran
Amid persistent speculation over a possible Israeli military attack against Iranian nuclear facilities in the wake of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to Washington, a detailed new public opinion survey released Tuesday suggests that such a move would enjoy little support in the United States.
According to the survey by the University of Maryland’s Programme on ...
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The Nation
Little support for Israeli attack on Iran
Amid persistent speculation over a possible Israeli military attack against Iranian nuclear facilities in the wake of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to Washington, a detailed new public opinion survey released Tuesday suggests that such a move would enjoy little support in the United States.
According to the survey by the University of Maryland’s Programme on ...
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The Nation
Little support for Israeli attack on Iran
Amid persistent speculation over a possible Israeli military attack against Iranian nuclear facilities in the wake of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to Washington, a detailed new public opinion survey released Tuesday suggests that such a move would enjoy little support in the United States.
According to the survey by the University of Maryland’s Programme on ...
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Nature
Visualizing molecular juggling within a B12-dependent methyltransferase complex
Derivatives of vitamin B12 are used in methyl group transfer in biological processes as diverse as methionine synthesis in humans and CO2 fixation in acetogenic bacteria. This seemingly straightforward reaction requires large, multimodular enzyme complexes that adopt multiple conformations to alternately activate, protect and perform catalysis on the reactive B12 cofactor. Crystal structures de...
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TMZ
Chris Brown’s GF Karrueche -- I'm Scared to DEATH of Rihanna's Crazy Fans
Chris Brown’s GF is scared to leave her house without bodyguards by her side -- and she's telling friends, it's all because Rihanna's crazy fans are threatening to kill her.In case you missed it -- there was a lot of speculation last week that…
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AP
Tiger drives off to an uncertain future
DORAL, Fla. (AP) -- The speculation at the start of the year was when Tiger Woods would win....
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lesoir
Vanackere : « Pas d’amalgame entre investisseurs et spéculateurs »
Le ministre des Finances avait précisé que les personnes qui tirent leurs revenus de la spéculation boursière paieraient plus. Mais précise ne pas mettre investisseurs et sp...lire la suite
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Mail & Guardian
Cape Town tolls going ahead, says city
The City of Cape Town says it is speculation that tolls were set to be shelved -- rather the city failed to resolve a dispute over a R10bn project.
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Times of India
Decoding elections on TV
The elections in 5 states have come and gone as the dust settles on the winners and the losers, it is time to think about the one group that can never lose, given their supernatural powers- the television channels. The television coverage of the elections is by now a well settled routine, and involves the familiar three stages- breathless anticipation before the event, breathless and reckless c...
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Washington Post
Chinese official speaks out as rumors, intrigue swirl
BEIJING — Bo Xilai, the colorful yet controversial Communist Party chief whose political fortunes have been the subject of fervent speculation, said Friday he was not under investigation and denied having offered to resign after his longtime right-hand man was detained as part of a reported corruption probe.
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BBC
China leader absent from meeting
Speculation about the make-up of China's next group of top leaders intensifies after high-profile politician Bo Xilai appears to miss a key meeting.
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MarketWatch
MarketWatch First Take: Apple iPad stays on path set forth by Jobs
Company eschews the smaller form factor with the latest upgrade of the tablet, contrary to some speculation, staying the course set by late CEO Steve Jobs, writes Therese Poletti.
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USA Today
Marshall Faulk: Peyton won't play in NFC
The next several weeks will be replete with speculation about the next destination for now former Colts QB. But ex-teammate rules out 16 teams. ...
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China Daily
Urban housing policies should not be relaxed
The housing market will only become rational when speculation is controlled, which will be the key point raised at this month's NPC and CPPCC sessions.
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Telegraph
Apple iPad rumours increase as event approaches
Apple is widely expected to launch the next iPad at an event in San Francisco next week and speculation about the exact details of the launch have gone into overdrive.
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Times LIVE
Handling of news about Madiba shows lessons were learned
The Times Editorial: News of former president Nelson Mandela's hospitalisation, and renewed speculation about the state of the world leader's health, has dominated the news in recent days.
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Hindustan Times
India aim to stay afloat, battle Oz in crucial game
Their survival in the series at stake and reputation hit by speculation of discord in the camp, India are a team on the brink as they prepare to take on world number one Australia in a crucial tri-series league match in Sydney tomorrow.
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Entertainment Online
Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel: Secret Wedding Deets Revealed!
After mucho speculation surrounding Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake's recent engagement (thank gawd Grams spilled the beans!), it seems that the uber-private couple is still staying mum on...
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Reuters
Jil Sander return sets off Dior buzz over Raf Simons
MILAN (Reuters) - German designer Jil Sander confirmed on Friday that she is returning to the label she created 40 years ago, fuelling industry speculation about the possibility that outgoing...
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science blogs
Andrew Wakefield hits up his supporters for cash [Respectful Insolence]
Any regular reader of this blog knows who Andrew Wakefield is. He's the British gastroenterologist who almost singlehandedly ignited a panic about the MMR vaccine (well, not quite single-handedly; the sensationalistic British press helped a lot) with his shoddy, fraudulent research linking the MMR vaccine to "autistic enterocolitis" and then later to autism itself. Ultimately, his support for n...
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Daily Telegraph
Packer's Crown move on Star Casino
JAMES Packer’s Crown has raised its stake in rival casino operator Echo Entertainment to 10 per cent, sparking speculation of a takeover.
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Irish Times
Mahon report may be released 'in weeks'
TWO JUDGES serving on the planning tribunal are set to return to court work within weeks, fuelling speculation that the long-awaited report of the inquiry will be published within weeks.
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Mail & Guardian
Rudd quits Oz cabinet, signalling showdown with Gillard
The resignation of Australia's Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd has stoked speculation the country's government could be plunged into a new crisis.
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USA Today
Southern Baptists decide against name change
After months of speculation, the nation's largest Protestant denomination has decided not to change its name.
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Daily Telegraph
Abbott: 'Labor party a soap opera'
OPPOSITION Leader Tony Abbott has described the leadership speculation within the Labor party as a "soap opera" and said voters want it resolved.
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New York Times
Room for Debate: How to Curb Prescription Drug Abuse
Speculation over the cause of Whitney Houston’s death raises the question: What’s the best way to ensure that the appropriate people receive the medication they need?
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National Post
Colbert Report suspends production for two days
Comedy Central has suspended production of The Colbert Report for at least two days, an unexplained development that ignited widespread speculation about the popular satirical news show
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Mail & Guardian
Clock ticks down Malema's mitigation
ANC Youth League president Julius Malema's arguments in mitigation have begun amid speculation that he might be expelled from the ruling party.
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Les Echos
Comme Hollande, Sarkozy dénonce les banquiers et la spéculation
[[356596]] PARIS (AFP) : Nicolas Sarkozy s'est livré mercredi à une violente charge contre les banques qu'il a accusées de ne pas jouer leur rôle de financement de l'économie, deux semaines après le discours de son rival François Hollande désignant la finance comme son "adversaire". "Nous avons les...
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The Nation
Saleh arrives in NY for treatment
NEW YORK - Yemen’s President Ali Abdullah Saleh, who is due to step down next month, arrived Saturday in New York on a politically loaded visit to seek medical treatment for bombing wounds. The embattled leader flew from Oman to the United States with a brief refueling stop at Stansted Airport outside London, ending days of speculation about his whereabouts and travel plans. ...
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AP
Jorge Posada: 17 seasons, 5 titles and 1 team
NEW YORK (AP) -- Jorge Posada was watching television when he saw speculation on which teams were interested in signing him as a free agent....
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Reuters
New Jersey legislature revives same-sex marriage push
NEW YORK (Reuters) - New Jersey's Democrat-controlled state legislature revived its push to legalize same-sex marriage on Tuesday, putting Governor Chris Christie under pressure as speculation mounts that he could be a Republican vice presidential contender.
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Reuters
Appeals court dismisses suit over new CFTC rule
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - An appeals court has dismissed a lawsuit by the financial industry challenging new federal regulations aimed at cracking down on speculation in commodities markets, a move that will likely delay a decision over whether the rules pass muster.
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Le Point
Suisse - Spéculation en famille
Soupçonné d'avoir spéculé sur les monnaies, Philipp Hildebrand, le président...
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Times LIVE
'Underworld assassins' may be on their way, Rushdie told
After much speculation, it is confirmed that Salman Rushdie will not attend a literature festival in India after authorities warned the controversial author he was a potential target of assassins at the event, following threats of protests from Muslim groups at his planned appearance.
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THE GLOBE AND MAIL
Teachers buzz over todays mysterious Apple education announcement
Speculation on whether iPad-maker is about to disrupt textbook market
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China Daily
Taylor Swift aims at Jake Gyllenhaal on new album?
Taylor Swift says her new album will be about an "absolute crash-and-burn heartbreak," prompting speculation in the media that the latest subject of her songwriting skills may be her short-lived 2010 crush on Jake Gyllenhaal.
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Daily Telegraph
Equipment row worries Gillard
THE Government is poised to appeal for support amid speculation Aussie mining companies are being forced to buy Chinese equipment.
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La Voix du Nord
« Le monde ne peut vivre sous la dictature de la spéculation »
La France a été privée de son AAA par Standard & Poor's, mais le conserve auprès de Moody's et de Fitch... Et maintenant ? Pour Henri Sterdyniak, directeur du département économie de la mondialisation de l'Observatoire français des conjonctures économiques et vice-président des Économistes atterrés, il est plus qu'urgent de « changer d'économie ». - La perte du triple A français est-elle la...
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THE GLOBE AND MAIL
Dont write off the Liberals quite yet
The country is four years from an election, and all speculation about the political future is futile
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Daily Telegraph
Line-up no clearer for Clarke
THERE is intense speculation about whether we will play four fast bowlers in Perth on what is expected to be a pace-friendly pitch.
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Rolling Stone
Radiohead, Black Keys, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg to Headline Coachella
After months of speculation leaked lineups and hipsters spreading rumors "from friends" the Coachella 2012 lineup is out As already widely reported Radiohead are one of the headliners closing out the festival's two Saturday nights (April 14th and 21st) The Black Keys who've been predicted to appear as well are topping...
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Reuters
McCartney's new album called "Kisses on the Bottom"
LONDON (Reuters) - Ex-Beatle Paul McCartney has ended weeks of speculation in the music press and confirmed the title of his next album -- "Kisses on the Bottom."
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The Jerusalem Post
Speculation swirls over Erdogan’s health
Turkish blogger: It’s an "open secret" premier has cancer; political jostling already begun in Ankara to replace him.
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dlisted
It's OVAH
So the speculation is true. Despite an denial an few hours ago that all was sunshine and rainbows and nobody was getting served walking papers, TMZ now says that cromagnon Russell Brand filed for divorce from Crayola titties Katy Perry today in LA, citing "irreconcilable differences". Well they're both pretty irreconcialably um, "different" so this is not much of a shock....
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BBC
Alibaba hires US lobbying firm
China's Alibaba Group hires US lobbying firm fuelling further speculation it is preparing a bid for internet giant Yahoo.
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The Sun
Dawn French: Anne's no Diamond
DAWN French hit back at speculation by Anne Diamond over whether she used gastric band
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The Sun
Dawn French: Anne's no Diamond
DAWN French hit back at speculation by Anne Diamond over whether she used gastric band
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USA Today
Bogle: Investment should be taxed less than 'gambling'
There is 200 times as much speculation as there is investing, he says.
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Daily Mail
Metallic spaceball: Metal sphere that fell to Earth sparks alien speculation
Police have been left baffled after a strange metal sphere (pictured) fell to the ground in a remote area of northern Namibia, Africa.
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The Nation
Putin has modest income
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin earns only $140,000 a year and owns just one home, a small apartment in his home town, an official income statement showed on Thursday. Putins wealth has long been the focus of speculation by opponents who portray Russias paramount leader as one of the richest men in the world, allegations he has dismissed. His official income statement...
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The Jerusalem Post
Gaza in shock after rare double homicide
Son held on suspicion of murdering his parents, prompting a flurry of speculation.
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THE AUSTRALIAN
Fairfax confirms Hoath in Vic role
FOLLOWING months of speculation, Fairfax Media has today appointed David Hoath as Chief Executive and Publisher, Melbourne Publishing.
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USA Today
Heat give Erik Spoelstra contract extension
With Miami's key players all under contract for years to come, the Heat ended speculation that Erik Spoelstra would be a lame-duck coach.
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Daily Mail
2011 was another year of wacky celebrity baby names - but what 'outrageous' choices will stars make for 2012's new arrivals?
Perhaps most famous is Beyonce's and Jay-Z's progeny - and, though not due until February, the baby's name is the speculation of experts at Nameberry.com.
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New York Times
Latitude: Rumor Fever
The Chinese government claims censorship is necessary as a public health measure to fight "rumors," but stricter controls only feed speculation.
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SI
Japan's Darvish intends to make move to majors
TOKYO (AP) -- Japanese pitcher Yu Darvish ended months of speculation Thursday by saying he intends to make a move to Major League Baseball.
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Le Figaro
Guerre de position pour le contrôle d'Hermès
Le holding familial destiné à contrer la montée en puissance de LVMH dans le capital du groupe se met en place sans la participation d'un des plus gros actionnaires. La spéculation ne retombe pas.
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Los Angeles Times
Future uncertain as hotel developer buys San Diego newspaper
Newspaper sale: The sale is not set to close until mid-December, but speculation has already begun about what hotel developer Douglas Manchester will do as owner of the San Diego Union-Tribune.
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Barrons
Bond Vigilantes Force Change in Europe
But absent real change, speculation rises that ECB bond buying may the expedient way out.
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lesoir
12:24 Le Parlement européen freine la spéculation sur la dette des Etats
Le Parlement européen a adopté ce mardi une loi qui limitera la spéculation sur la dette des Etats européens, en interdisant dès le 1er décembre les « CDS ...lire la suite
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Le Figaro
Le Maire : «Nous sommes en guerre contre les marchés»
Pour le ministre de l'Agriculture, chacun doit «choisir son camp» : redresser les finances du pays pour conserver le triple A ou bien se livrer au "jeu de la spéculation", comme le fait selon lui François Hollande. » Oui/NON - Les agences de notation sont-elles utiles ? » DOSSIER SPÉCIAL - La peur de la dette
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Countries |
MIX |
| 1 | United States | 34.968 |
| 2 | India | 3.485 |
| 3 | United Kingdom | 2.810 |
| 4 | Australia | 1.976 |
| 5 | Canada | 0.787 |
| 6 | China | 0.510 |
| 7 | Indonesia | 0.500 |
| 8 | South Africa | 0.490 |
| 9 | Korea South | 0.410 |
| 10 | Philipines | 0.340 |
| 11 | Pakistan | 0.300 |
| 12 | Brazil | 0.180 |
| 13 | Singapore | 0.150 |
| 14 | Ireland | 0.090 |
| 15 | Algeria | 0.080 |
| 16 | Germany | 0.060 |
| 17 | Hong Kong | 0.060 |
| 18 | Argentina | 0.050 |
| 19 | New Zealand | 0.040 |
| 20 | France | 0.040 |
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# |
Media |
MIX |
| 1 | CNN | 7.000 |
| 2 | CNN Editions (International) | 6.000 |
| 3 | USA Today | 2.000 |
| 4 | metro (london) | 1.000 |
| 5 | Foxsports | 1.000 |
| 6 | News Australia | 0.800 |
| 7 | News Live | 0.720 |
| 8 | Fanhouse | 0.705 |
| 9 | Minneapolis Star Tribune | 0.700 |
| 10 | New York Times | 0.680 |
| 11 | Yahoo India | 0.640 |
| 12 | foxnews | 0.600 |
| 13 | WALL STREET JOURNAL USA | 0.600 |
| 14 | San Francisco Chronicle | 0.600 |
| 15 | daily express | 0.560 |
| 16 | Chicago Tribune | 0.560 |
| 17 | espnstar | 0.500 |
| 18 | The Jakarta Globe | 0.500 |
| 19 | Arizona Republic | 0.500 |
| 20 | discovery | 0.500 |
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# |
Languages |
MIX |
| 1 | English | 46.056 |
| 2 | Indonesian | 0.500 |
| 3 | Chinese | 0.380 |
| 4 | Portuguese | 0.180 |
| 5 | French | 0.120 |
| 6 | Korean | 0.080 |
| 7 | German | 0.060 |
| 8 | Spanish | 0.050 |
| 9 | Finnish | 0.000 |
| 10 | Japanese | 0.000 |
| 11 | Dutch | 0.000 |
| 12 | Arabic | 0.000 |
| 13 | Turkish | 0.000 |
| 14 | Italian | 0.000 |
| 15 | Swedish | 0.000 |
| 16 | Zulu | 0.000 |
| 17 | Russian | 0.000 |
| 18 | Malayalam | 0.000 |
| 19 | Hindi | 0.000 |
| 20 | Tamil | 0.000 |
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