Tim Stanley says Pope Benedict will be seen as an important figure in church history.STORY HIGHLIGHTSTimothy Stanley: Benedict XVI's resignation is historic since popes usually serve for lifeHe says pope not so much conservative as asserting church's "living tradition" He backed traditionalists, but a conflicted flock, scandal, culture wars a trial to papacy, he saysStanley: Pope kept to principle,...
Catholic world in shock after pope resigns
Labels: Technology VATICAN CITY: The Catholic Church faced a tricky transition on Tuesday as it prepared to elect a new pope, with many faithful still reeling from the shock resignation of Pope Benedict XVI.The 85-year-old Benedict told a group of cardinals in a speech in Latin on Monday that he will step down on February 28 because he could no longer fulfil his duties in a fast-changing world -- the first...
North Korea says it conducted third nuclear test
Labels: LifestyleSTORY HIGHLIGHTSNEW: China says it "resolutely opposes" the nuclear testObama calls the test "highly provocative," calls for "swift" international actionNorth Korea confirms it carried out a more powerful testThe test is "a significant step forward" for the North's program, an analyst saysHong Kong (CNN) -- North Korea said Tuesday that it had conducted a new, more powerful underground nuclear test...
State of the Union guests reflect nation's hot-button issues
Labels: Health Several lawmakers are bringing special guests to President Obama's State of the Union address Tuesday night in order to make a statement. Several lawmakers are bringing guests to help underscore the importance of gun control. More than 20 House Democrats are bringing guests who have been personally affected by gun violence. A bipartisan pair of Arizona lawmakers, meanwhile, will host former Rep....
North Korea Says it Has Conducted a Nuclear Test
Labels: Business North Korea says it has successfully tested a miniaturized nuclear device Tuesday, according to state media.A large tremor measured at magnitude 4.9 was detected in North Korea and governments in the region scrambled to determine whether it was a nuclear test that the North Korean regime has vowed to carry out despite international protests.Official state media said the test...
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What beats Grammy? Immortality
Labels: WorldLegends beyond their own timeLegends beyond their own timeLegends beyond their own timeLegends beyond their own timeLegends beyond their own timeLegends beyond their own timeSTORY HIGHLIGHTSBob Greene: Grammy nominated acts should remember the real prize comes later in lifeHe says at a hotel he ran into a group of singing stars from an earlier era, in town for a showHe says the world of post-fame...
Aero India Show attracts over 700 exhibitors from 27 countries
Labels: Technology NEW DELHI : Global armament companies were in for a bit of disappointment at the Aero India Show, with India's defence minister warning of budget cuts this year.Military spending will reportedly go down by about US$2 billion.Many firms had been hoping to secure multi-billion dollar deals at the Aero India Show, which ended on Sunday.One of Asia's biggest air shows, the Aero India Show...
Northeast regaining its footing as snow blasts Midwest
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New England, N.Y. face first post-blizzard rush hour
Labels: Health NEWPORT, R.I. As electricity returns and highways reopen, Northeast residents are getting back to their weekday routines following the massive snowstorm that had millions digging out from New York to Maine. But the routine for some New Englanders will be disrupted by school and workplace closings, while residents of New York's Long Island anticipate the reopening of a major roadway. For some, there's...
Possible Dorner Sighting Leads to Store Evacuation
Labels: Business A Northridge, Calif., home improvement store was evacuated tonight because of a possible sighting of suspected cop-killer Christopher Dorner, just hours after police announced a $1 million reward for information leading to his arrest.As helicopters hovered overhead and a command center was established, police searched the Lowe's store and eventually told shoppers they could...
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