| North Korea warns US sanctions could 'block the path to denuclearization forever' Posted: 17 Dec 2018 02:04 AM PST ![North Korea warns US sanctions could 'block the path to denuclearization forever']( "North Korea warns US sanctions could 'block the path to denuclearization forever'") The North's warning came days after the Treasury Department imposed fresh sanctions on three top officials, including Choe Ryong Hae - who is seen as Kim Jong Un's right-hand man.
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| U.S., Taliban Meet in U.A.E. to Discuss Afghanistan Peace Posted: 17 Dec 2018 01:51 AM PST  Representatives from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and the U.A.E. will also attend the meeting, Zabihullah Mujahed, a spokesman for the militant group, said in a statement released on late Sunday evening. Pakistan has also confirmed that talks will be taking place and hopes the meeting "will end bloodshed in Afghanistan and bring peace to the region," Mohammad Faisal, a foreign ministry spokesman in Islamabad, said on Twitter.
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| The Latest: Portions of FBI interview with Flynn released Posted: 17 Dec 2018 04:13 PM PST  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on former national security adviser Michael Flynn (all times local):
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| Fleeing home alone: the migrant children blocked at Mexican border Posted: 17 Dec 2018 11:30 PM PST  Guatemalan children caught in Mexico while trying to migrate into the US, queue before climbing into a minibus at Aurora international airport in Guatemala City. For years, Dora waited impatiently to turn 15, the age her mother had agreed she would be old enough to leave their home in El Salvador – where she suffered physical and sexual abuse at the hands of her grandfather – and head to the US, in search of a new life. "Seeing them leave together … that gave me hope and gave me the courage to finally leave," said Dora, who is now living at a children's shelter in Tijuana, on the border with California.
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| Crane operator fired for taking insensitive photos on properties torched by Camp Fire Posted: 17 Dec 2018 03:10 AM PST  The workers posed with items left on the damaged properties and posted them to social media.
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| Chili's Weighs In On North Carolina Election Fraud And Immediately Regrets Decision Posted: 17 Dec 2018 05:11 PM PST  Chili's social media department is getting ribbed after it weighed in on North
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| Giant ships, new destinations: The biggest cruise stories of 2018 Posted: 18 Dec 2018 05:19 AM PST  From the debut of the biggest cruise ship ever built to the unveiling of innovative new ship features and itineraries, it was a year of milestones in the cruise world.
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| Google to spend $1 billion on new campus in New York Posted: 17 Dec 2018 10:05 AM PST  Google hopes to start moving into the building by 2022 and plans to double its New York headcount to 14,000 in the next 10 years
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| U.S. Intelligence officials frustrated by White House response to Khashoggi killing Posted: 17 Dec 2018 02:00 AM PST  And it's not just the White House that may make it tough to act on the intelligence community's findings — the longstanding ties between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia complicate efforts to hold the kingdom accountable.
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| Macron govt hopes 'yellow vest' protests running out of steam Posted: 16 Dec 2018 02:23 PM PST  The French government was on Sunday hoping the sharp drop in "yellow vest" demonstrators signalled an end to the biggest crisis of Emmanuel Macron's presidency, but conceded "mistakes" had been made. Around 66,000 people turned out again on Saturday across France for a fifth round of protests which sprung up over fuel tax hikes last month before snowballing into broader opposition to Macron -- half the number of the previous weekend. In an interview with Les Echos newspaper published online Sunday evening, Prime Minister Edouard Philippe said the government had "made mistakes" and "not listened enough to the French people".
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| Serbia and Kosovo trade accusations over Kosovo's new army Posted: 17 Dec 2018 03:40 PM PST ![Serbia and Kosovo trade accusations over Kosovo's new army]( "Serbia and Kosovo trade accusations over Kosovo's new army") UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The presidents of Serbia and Kosovo traded accusations Monday at the U.N. Security Council over Kosovo's decision to transform its 4,000-strong security force into a regular army and Serbia's threat of armed intervention — but both expressed their readiness for dialogue.
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| Pauley Perrette, Sasha Alexander back ex-'NCIS' star Michael Weatherly amid harassment claims Posted: 16 Dec 2018 11:53 AM PST ![Pauley Perrette, Sasha Alexander back ex-'NCIS' star Michael Weatherly amid harassment claims]( "Pauley Perrette, Sasha Alexander back ex-'NCIS' star Michael Weatherly amid harassment claims") Pauley Perrette and Sasha Alexander are supporting their ex-'NCIS' co-star Michael Weatherly after Eliza Dushku accused him of sexual harassment.
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| Jesuits release list of 89 US priests accused of sex abuse Posted: 17 Dec 2018 01:05 PM PST  Jesuit authorities for 20 US states on Monday released the names of 89 priests with credible allegations of child sexual abuse dating as far back as 1950. The disclosures by the Jesuit provinces of Maryland and USA Midwest are the latest chapter in the ongoing sexual abuse scandal roiling the Catholic Church and come after 153 Jesuits were publicly identified by two other provinces earlier this month. "On behalf of the Midwest Jesuits, I apologize to victim-survivors and their families for the harm and suffering you have endured.
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| Introducing the 5 Ultimate Smith & Wesson Guns Posted: 17 Dec 2018 07:47 AM PST  What would you choose?
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| Redacted portions of FBI interview with Michael Flynn released ahead of sentencing Posted: 17 Dec 2018 06:29 PM PST  The documents show that FBI agents interviewed Flynn about his contacts with Russia, including past trips to the country.
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| E-cigarette usage nearly doubles in U.S. high-schools: survey Posted: 17 Dec 2018 05:35 AM PST  The percentage of high school seniors who used e-cigarettes in the last 30 days nearly doubled to 20.9 percent from last year, results of a survey released by the National Institute on Drug Abuse showed on Monday. The increase in vaping by 10th and 12th graders was the largest year-over-year jump for any substance ever measured by the survey, which started 44 years ago.
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| Southwest Passenger Says She Was Forced To Leave Pet Fish At Denver Airport Posted: 17 Dec 2018 10:35 AM PST  A San Diego-area college student is accusing Southwest Airlines of forcing her
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| Trump Opposes Short-Term Funding to Avoid Shutdown, Source Says Posted: 17 Dec 2018 08:35 AM PST  The hardening of the White House position increases the difficulty lawmakers face in finding a solution before government funding expires on Friday night for nine government departments and various independent agencies. Democrats insist on spending no more than $1.37 billion on border fencing, and the president said last week he would be "proud" to shut the government if it will force them to give in to his demands. Spending discussions have stalled, with no talks between Trump and Democrats since Tuesday.
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| Challenge to Hungary's strongman Viktor Orban as 'slave law' protests rock Budapest Posted: 17 Dec 2018 12:35 PM PST  Viktor Orban, the populist prime minister of Hungary, is facing a rare challenge to his grip on power as protesters demand an end to controversial labour reforms and and what they call his assault on democracy. The Hungarian capital has been rocked by nearly daily protests and opposition MPs have called for Mr Orban's overthrow since the country's parliament adopted a bill liberalising overtime rules on Wednesday. As part of the reform, which critics have dubbed "the slave law", employers would be allowed to delay payment for overtime worked for up to three years. Several thousand people gathered outside the offices of Hungary's state television broadcaster on the fifth night of protests on Monday evening, after two opposition MPs were physically thrown out of the building. Arkos Hadhazy and Bernadetter Szer were filmed being manhandled out of the MTVA headquarters by security guards earlier in the day, after demanding that the station broadcast a list of protesters' demands. The pair, among a group of opposition MPs who spent the night inside the building demanding studio access, called a protest for Monday evening in response under the slogan: "They threw us out the door, but we'll go back in through the windows." "We knew this was no longer a democracy, but we did not know it was already a dictatorship," Ms Szer said after filing a complaint with police outside the building on Monday morning. She said the security guards had violated the MPs' constitutional right to airtime and free access to the building. Protesters are demanding the repeal of the labour law and a controversial judicial reform that opponents say grants Mr Orban near total control of the legal system Credit: Marko Djurica/Reuters The demonstrations peaked on Sunday night, when up to 15,000 people chanting "we want democracy" and "we want free media" gathered outside parliament. Half a dozen opposition MPs including Mr Hadhazy and Ms Szer then led several thousand demonstrators on a march from parliament to the offices of MTVA, the state broadcaster, to demand they broadcast the list of demands. Some members of the crowd threw smoke bombs and paint when the station refused to broadcast the list. Riot police responded with tear gas. The demands including the repeal of both the labour law and a controversial judicial reform that was passed on the same day, which paves the way for new "administrative courts" to oversee cases concerning matters such as public procurement or electoral disputes. Opposition leaders say it would grant Mr Orban near total control of the judicial system because Laszlo Trocsanyi, the justice minister and a close ally of the prime minister, would oversee the courts. They are also demanding a cut in the overtime police officers are required to work, that Hungary sign up to the European Prosecutor's office, a move Mr Orban has rejected, and guarantees of editorial impartiality at the country's state media outlets. Mr Orban has been accused of destroying editorial independence at MTVA and other influential media outlets, effectively giving his Fidesz party a monopoly on positive media coverage. Opponents say the Right-wing populist has mounted an assault on democracy in his eight years in power Credit: Peter Kohalmi/AFP The government says the labour reform, which increases the annual overtime that employers can demand from 250 to 400 hours and allows payment to be delayed by up to three years, is needed by employers short of manpower and will benefit those wanting to work extra hours. Opposition MPs and labour unions have accused Mr Orban of bowing to pressure from German businesses which operate major factories in the country. The wave of dissent has brought rare unity to Hungary's fractious opposition groups, with liberal and left wing groups siding with right wing parties, including the nationalist Jobbik, to oppose the bill. Protests have also taken place in other major cities. "[Government] Power has failed in Budapest. It is still alive because the truth doesn't get to the people in the provinces. I ask you to bring the truth to these people" Peter Marki-Zay, the mayor of Hodmezovasarhely, a town in southeastern Hungary, said in a message to the protesters in Budapest.
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| Putin: Russia has enough missiles without violating treaty Posted: 18 Dec 2018 07:33 AM PST  MOSCOW (AP) — President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday rejected the U.S. claim that Russia developed a new cruise missile in violation of a key nuclear treaty, arguing that Russia has no need for such a land-based weapon because it already has similar missiles on its ships and aircraft.
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| Delta adds Mexico City route from Minneapolis/St. Paul hub Posted: 17 Dec 2018 09:03 AM PST ![Delta adds Mexico City route from Minneapolis/St. Paul hub]( "Delta adds Mexico City route from Minneapolis/St. Paul hub") Minneapolis/St. Paul is sixth hub to get nonstop service to Mexico City on Delta, joining Atlanta, Detroit, Los Angeles, New York JFK and Salt Lake City.
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| Japan police investigate cause of blast that hurt 42 Posted: 16 Dec 2018 11:04 PM PST  Japanese police were investigating Monday the cause of a powerful blast that ripped through a restaurant in the country's north overnight, injuring 42 people and damaging surrounding buildings. The explosion in the city of Sapporo on Sunday night started fires and caused the partial collapse of some neighbouring buildings, forcing dozens of residents into shelters, officials said. Numerous customers at the restaurant on the building's first floor said they smelled gas at the time of the explosion, Kyodo News agency reported.
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| Best Bites: Classic Christmas french onion tartlets Posted: 17 Dec 2018 05:00 AM PST  Welcome to Best Bites, a twice-weekly video series that aims to satisfy your
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| Pet Retirement Home Rescues Dogs In Their Golden Years Posted: 17 Dec 2018 02:45 AM PST  Nougat and Clarence became best friends almost as soon as Nougat moved into
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| Migrant family who fled tear gas at U.S. border seeks asylum Posted: 17 Dec 2018 09:12 PM PST  The family appeared in a widely circulated photograph taken by Reuters as they fled tear gas thrown by U.S. authorities during a protest at the border last month when some migrants rushed the U.S. fence. Sandra Cordero, from advocacy group Families Belong Together, which accompanied the migrants, said eight unaccompanied minors were being processed for asylum. A system dubbed "metering" limits how many can ask for asylum each day at U.S. ports of entry, leading to months-long waits in Mexico for thousands of migrants fleeing violence in Central America.
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| Trump’s Tough Week Heralds a Difficult 2019 Posted: 17 Dec 2018 02:51 AM PST  It's shaping up as another messy week for Donald Trump – and the outlook only gets murkier in 2019. The U.S. president is poised to potentially end the year with a repeat of the partial government shutdown in January that coincided with the first anniversary of his inauguration. Once again, a partisan divide over Trump's Mexican border wall funding demand is at the center of the dispute.
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| The Best-Selling Cars, Trucks, and SUVs of 2018 Posted: 18 Dec 2018 09:01 AM PST |
| Terror charges issued in France's Christmas market attack Posted: 18 Dec 2018 04:16 AM PST  PARIS (AP) — A man suspected of supplying the gun used in the Christmas market shooting attack that killed five people in Strasbourg has been handed preliminary terror charges, according to a French judicial official close to the investigation.
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| US accepts Assad staying in Syria -- but won't give aid Posted: 17 Dec 2018 01:05 PM PST  James Jeffrey, the US special representative in Syria, said that Assad needed to compromise as he had not yet won the brutal seven-year civil war, estimating that some 100,000 armed opposition fighters remained in Syria. It's not regime change -- we're not trying to get rid of Assad," Jeffrey said at the Atlantic Council, a Washington think tank.
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| Best new airport amenities of 2018: Smart bathrooms, therapy alligators, more Posted: 17 Dec 2018 07:59 AM PST  New amenities and creative activities introduced by airports, airlines and in-terminal vendors are making airport dwell time more enjoyable.
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| ‘One of a kind’ royal tomb is 4,400 years old, Egypt says Posted: 17 Dec 2018 06:42 AM PST ![‘One of a kind’ royal tomb is 4,400 years old, Egypt says]( "‘One of a kind’ royal tomb is 4,400 years old, Egypt says") Officials in Egypt revealed they discovered a 4,400-year-old tomb believed to belong to a senior official linked to the fifth dynasty of the pharoahs.
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| How To Make Edible Cookie Dough, The Ultimate Holiday Food Gift Posted: 18 Dec 2018 02:45 AM PST  Sneaking a bite of raw cookie dough is undoubtedly one of the best parts of
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| Iran urges EU to press Washington on Airbus deliveries: ISNA Posted: 17 Dec 2018 03:46 AM PST  Iran called on the European Union on Monday to press U.S. authorities to allow delivery of Airbus passenger aircraft purchased by Tehran, Iran's student news agency ISNA reported.To upgrade its aging fleet, Iran Air ordered 200 passenger aircraft - 100 from Airbus, 80 from Boeing and 20 from Franco-Italian turboprop maker ATR - after a 2015 nuclear deal was reached between Iran and six major powers.
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| How House Democrats can save democracy and the rule of law: Impeach Donald Trump ASAP Posted: 17 Dec 2018 05:36 AM PST ![How House Democrats can save democracy and the rule of law: Impeach Donald Trump ASAP]( "How House Democrats can save democracy and the rule of law: Impeach Donald Trump ASAP") Trump has committed innumerable offenses not involving Russia collusion, right out in public. There are many good reasons for Democrats to impeach.
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| Instant Pot’s most popular pressure cooker is on sale for even less than it was last week Posted: 17 Dec 2018 05:17 AM PST ![Instant Pot's most popular pressure cooker is on sale for even less than it was last week]( "Instant Pot's most popular pressure cooker is on sale for even less than it was last week") The Instant Pot DUO80 8 Qt 7-in-1 Multi- Use Programmable Pressure Cooker is the largest version of Instant Pot's most popular pressure cooker, and it costs a hefty $140. It was on sale last week at a $40 discount though, which was a great deal that many of our readers took advantage of. Don't worry if you missed it though, because it turns out you're in luck. Why? Because it's on sale right now with an even bigger $50 discount! And if you don't need all that capacity, the smaller Instant Pot DUO Mini is also on sale right now for just $59.99. Here's what you need to know from the product page: * Duo 8 Quart, the number 1 selling multi-cooker, combines 7 kitchen appliances in 1, Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker, Steamer, Saute, Yogurt Marker and Warmer, prepares dishes up to 70% faster to support your busy lifestyle * Features 14 Smart Programs - Soup, Meat/Stew, Bean/Chili, Poultry, Saute/Simmer, Rice, Multigrain, Porridge, Steam, Slow Cook, Keep Warm, Yogurt, Manual, and Pressure Cook. Now, your favorite dishes are as easy as pressing a button * Healthy, stainless steel (18/8) inner cooking pot made from food grade 304, no chemical coating, 3-ply bottom for even heat distribution, fully sealed environment traps the flavours, nutrients and aromas within the food * Built with the latest 3rd generation technology, the microprocessor monitors pressure, temperature, keeps time, and adjusts heating intensity and duration to achieve your desired results every time * UL and ULC certified with 10 safety mechanisms to provide you with added assurance, designed to eliminate many common errors * Accessories include stainless steel steam rack with handles, rice paddle, soup spoon, measuring cup, condensation collector and recipe booklet * Power supply: 120V - 60Hz
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| Vegan beauty gift sets for holiday 2018 Posted: 17 Dec 2018 05:13 AM PST  With interest in vegan lifestyles growing, both specialist and mainstream beauty brands have a selection of gifts out this holiday for anyone committed to excluding animal-based products and shunning animal testing. Here's a look at some of the 100% vegan gift sets out this year.
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| Correction: Vatican-Bulgaria-Macedonia story Posted: 17 Dec 2018 03:22 PM PST  VATICAN CITY (AP) — In a story Dec. 13 about the pope's May travel schedule, The Associated Press reported erroneously that Bulgaria is a former Soviet republic. During the Cold War, Bulgaria was one of the Soviet allies that formed the Warsaw Pact.
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| Russia slashes Syria military flights Posted: 18 Dec 2018 06:13 AM PST  Russia has cut its military flights in Syria from more than 100 per day to fewer than four a week, the defence minister said Tuesday, in another sign the country's conflict is winding down. Russia launched air strikes in Syria in support of long-term ally President Bashar al-Assad in September 2015. Russian support helped Assad's forces reclaim swathes of territory once in the hands of opposition fighters and Islamic extremists.
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| Former officers charged after leaked video shows them slamming middle school student Posted: 17 Dec 2018 07:15 AM PST ![Former officers charged after leaked video shows them slamming middle school student]( "Former officers charged after leaked video shows them slamming middle school student") Former Louisiana officers are facing minor charges after a video surfaced showing a violent encounter with a 14-year-old middle school student.
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| Save up to 50% on Calphalon at Macy's, including cookware sets, toaster ovens, and blenders Posted: 17 Dec 2018 09:27 AM PST  This time of year, cooking feels like a competition on The Food Network — whoever hosts the holiday party is trying to flex on their guests with fancy appliances, and everyone participating in the potluck is subtly trying to one-up the dish beside them. SEE ALSO: The new Instant Pot Max is finally available — but is it worth the price? If this has you feeling like your kitchen needs a massive upgrade, Macy's has some suggestions: Shop crazy deals from Calphalon on their infamous cookware sets, plus find deals on small appliances, knife sets, and more for up to $150 off. (It might arrive after Christmas, but that just means you have another gift to look forward to afterwards.) Calpahlon Classic Nonstick 14-piece Cookware Set — $299.99 (save $199) Image: calphalonEven if you're not a professional, a set of nonstick pots and pans from Calphalon can at least make you look like one. This 14-piece set includes a 6-quart stock pot with lid, a 3-quart sauté pan with lid, 1-quart, 3-quart, and 4-quart sauce pans with lids, a 12-inch omelette pan with a lid, and an 8-quart and 10-inch omelette pan. All decked out in hard-ionized aluminum able to withstand up to 450 degrees in the oven, you're set for years of use, evenly-cooked grilled cheese, and next to no cleanup. Regularly $498.99, you can save $199 and get it for $299.99. Calphalon Quartz Heat Countertop Oven — $199.99 (save $50) Image: calphalonCountertop toaster ovens are huge right now and this one just happens to be a super fancy option. Calphalon's version uses quartz heat technology to fire up in seconds to get things cooking fast, providing even heat for that golden brown all over. Unlike most others on the market, Calphalon's oven also features a sleek LCD screen and 11 preset functions including pizza, cookies, bagels, broiling, roasting, and more, while most competitors only have options for temperature change. Regularly $249.99, you can save $50 and get it for $199.99. Calphalon Auto-Speed Blender — $129.99 (save $70) Image: calphalonYup, they're in the blender market too. This 10-speed blender from Calphalon is armed with preset features for smoothies, dips, milkshakes, and frozen drinks, with stainless steel blades and a reverse-pulse feature to get you out of sticky situations. Complete with a 2-liter jar and 25-ounce grab-n-go cup, finding the motivation to keep up a health kick for longer than a week just got way easier. Regularly $199.99, you can save $70 and get it for $129.99. (For reference, a similar blender from Vitamix would cost you $300 or more.) Calphalon Classic SharpIN Self Sharpening 15-piece Cutlery Set — $179.99 (save $120) Image: calphalonYou never really think about how old your knives are — until you try to chop veggies and get the strength of a butter knife. Sharpen your food prep skills with this 15-piece set, featuring built-in ceramic sharpeners (there's even an extra sharpening slot for a current favorite knife that you can't part ways with.) Selection includes a 3.5-inch paring knife, a 7-inch santoku knife, a 6-inch utility knife, an 8-inch bread knife, an 8-inch chef's knife, utility shears, and eight steak knives. Badass. Regularly $299.99, you can save $120 and get it for $179.99. Image: calphalon Shop Macy's Calphalon sale plus free shipping on orders over $49 See Details
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| As Ex-Premier Returns, Calls for Sri Lanka Election Grow Louder Posted: 16 Dec 2018 09:40 PM PST  Sirisena on Sunday swore in Wickremesinghe, who he'd abruptly fired on Oct. 26 and replaced with former strongman president Mahinda Rajapaksa. "With the issues we have, I am not sure what guarantee we have that we could go on this journey together," Sirisena told a crowd that included Wickremesinghe and other lawmakers. Analysts believe Sirisena originally appointed Rajapaksa to cash in on his enduring popularity, particularly after a party backed by the former strongman defeated the ruling coalition in local elections earlier this year.
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| Sanders Lashes Comey For 'Corruption' After He Slams Spineless GOP On 'Lying' Trump Posted: 17 Dec 2018 06:16 PM PST  White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders launched a scathing,
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| U.S. banks quietly pull back from riskiest loans amid recession fears Posted: 17 Dec 2018 05:11 AM PST  "We are in somewhat of a goldilocks period of banking," Andy Schornack, chief executive officer of Flagship Bank Minnesota, told Reuters. "Interest rates are high enough that you can make good money and credit quality is at high enough levels where it's pretty hard to lose money." Bank executives acknowledge that the U.S. economy is probably in the final stages of a long recovery from the 2007-09 global financial crisis.
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| Poll: Americans don't want another government shutdown, will blame the GOP Posted: 17 Dec 2018 12:02 PM PST  A USA TODAY/Suffolk University Poll shows Americans do not want to see another government shutdown by a double-digit margin.
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