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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama will outline new measures next week to boost the U.S. economy after August data on Friday showed again that jobs -- the central issue in November elections -- were being created too slowly. 

 posted at 3:33 on 3/9/10 WELLINGTON (Reuters) - A major earthquake of 7.4 magnitude hit New Zealand, 30 km (20 miles) west of Christchurch early on Saturday morning, causing no immediate reports of casualties but widespread damage, authorities said. 

 posted at 4:03 on 3/9/10 DUBAI (Reuters) - Concerns over Israeli access to BlackBerry data, and the use of the device by the United States to spy on the United Arab Emirates are behind the Gulf state's moves to curb the smartphone, Dubai's police chief said. 

 posted at 9:30 on 3/9/10 WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. employment fell for a third straight month in August, but the drop was far less than expected and private hiring surprised on the upside, easing pressure on the Federal Reserve to prop up economic growth. 

 posted at 12:44 on 3/9/10 HOUSTON (Reuters) - The U.S. government on Friday launched an investigation into Mariner Energy Inc's Gulf of Mexico platform fire, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. 

 posted at 3:43 on 3/9/10 QUETTA, Pakistan (Reuters) - A suicide bomber struck a rally in the Pakistani city of Quetta on Friday, killing at least 54 people in the second major attack this week, piling pressure on a U.S.-backed government overwhelmed by a flood crisis. 

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New research finds little support for the hypothesis that marijuana is a "gateway" drug leading to the use of harder drugs in adulthood. posted at 4:05 on 2/9/10 The number of children treated in hospital ERs for concussions they got while playing on sports teams has doubled in just a decade, a new studyshows. posted at 6:44 on 30/8/10 Parents, pediatricians, and educators need to step up sex-education efforts, according to a revised policy statement issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics. posted at 5:45 on 30/8/10 Sledding is popular for only a portion of the year, yet the outdoor activity leads to about 20,000 emergency room visits by children and adolescents annually, new research indicates. posted at 5:15 on 23/8/10 The nation's public schools earn a failing grade when it comes to protecting teens from drugs and gang activity, a nationwide survey suggests. posted at 6:12 on 20/8/10 Thousands of high school athletes, mostly football players, are sidelined every year due to heat-related illnesses, and most occur during the preseason, primarily in August, the CDC says in a new report. posted at 4:59 on 19/8/10
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Special Report: Your Lower Cholesterol Toolbox posted at 4:19 on 25/8/10
Researchers have identified almost 100 gene variants linked to blood lipids, which they say could explain a quarter to a third of hereditary factors influencing cholesterol -- a major risk factor for heart disease. posted at 5:06 on 4/8/10
People who followed a very low-carbohydrate diet for two years had higher HDL "good" cholesterol than low-fat dieters with no difference in weight loss. posted at 6:34 on 2/8/10
Patients on statin drugs who reduce their LDL ''bad'' cholesterol to very low levels may not need to be so concerned about boosting their HDL ''good" cholesterol levels for protection against cardiovascular disease, according to a new study. posted at 6:16 on 22/7/10
Looking to lower your cholesterol? Follow these expert tips on how to use fats and oils in low-cholesterol cooking. posted at 10:50 on 24/6/10
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A regular Columbus Council critic had the laugh lines of the night Thursday during a mayoral debate televised live on WTVM. posted at 7:32 on 3/9/10 A man suspected of exposing himself to members of two Columbus High girls sports teams may live in the metro Atlanta area. posted at 10:48 on 2/9/10 At Thursday’s 60th campaign kickoff for the United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley, the audience went to the movies. posted at 10:31 on 2/9/10 The Muscogee County Board of Elections and Registration on Thursday set the dates, place and time for two additional voting days prior to the Nov. 2 General Election. posted at 10:23 on 2/9/10 The Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau received the Al Burris Award for Creative Expression Wednesday at the 2010 Governor’s Conference on Tourism. posted at 9:31 on 2/9/10 As of Oct. 25, the Macon Telegraph and other Telegraph products will no longer be printed at the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer. Because of this change, approximately 20 positions in the production and mailroom will be lost. posted at 9:31 on 2/9/10 The man accused of fatally stabbing then-Muscogee School Superintendent Jim Burns in 1992 will remain in jail as Judge Frank Jordan denied a motion to reduce the suspect's $750,000 bond. posted at 12:46 on 3/9/10 With an infant in her arms and two other children in tow, Bianca Barber stepped onto the overhead pedestrian bridge spanning the railroad tracks off Cusseta Road and admitted the structure needs replacing. posted at 10:45 on 2/9/10 Misty Joiner, a former River Road Pharmacy employee and the fourth suspect wanted in connection with the fire that destroyed the building, turned herself in on Thursday. posted at 6:48 on 3/9/10 WEST POINT, Ga.— The citizens of West Point, Ga., are getting accustomed to good news. posted at 7:02 on 2/9/10 Members of two Columbus High girls sports teams were flashed by an unknown man on their way back from games this week and last week, according to school district officials. posted at 9:18 on 1/9/10 Columbus has acquired $881,168 in additional federal stimulus funds to ensure construction of an impressive gateway into Fort Benning at Interstate 185 and Victory Drive. posted at 9:19 on 1/9/10 A man authorities say struck a Columbus police officer during a traffic stop was indicted Tuesday by a Muscogee County grand jury. posted at 8:52 on 1/9/10 After a lengthy hiatus, Russell County’s Labor Day Fair is back. posted at 9:16 on 1/9/10 Columbus State University police arrested a man they say had a gun on campus a day after a shot was fired in the parking lot of Courtyard I. posted at 8:54 on 1/9/10 Jim Sigmund is hoping a few golden oldies will be able to help out the Kendrick High Choral program. posted at 8:53 on 1/9/10 As the three hostages at Discovery Channel's headquarters appeared ready to make a run for it, police said Thursday that a SWAT team officer quickly shot and killed the increasingly agitated gunman who had explosives strapped to himself, ending the four-hour standoff. posted at 11:32 on 2/9/10 WASHINGTON— Claiming novictory, President Barack Obama formally ended the U.S. combat role in Iraq after seven long years of bloodshed, declaring firmly Tuesday night:“It’s time to turn the page.” Now, he said, the nation’s most urgent priority is fixing its own sickly economy. posted at 8:56 on 1/9/10 Residents and some business owners had mixed views Tuesday on a revised plan to widen Warm Springs and Talbotton roads from a two-lane to four-lane road. posted at 5:48 on 1/9/10 Columbus Council approved a $67,300 grant for the Muscogee Juvenile Drug Court on Tuesday, the first grant provided through the Office of Crime Prevention. posted at 10:21 on 31/8/10
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TUSCALOOSA, Ala.— After more than a month of waiting, Alabama defensive end Marcell Dareus learned his punishment Thursday evening for improper dealings with an agent. posted at 7:01 on 3/9/10 Class was rated 19th by Rivals.com posted at 1:04 on 3/9/10 ATLANTA— The Atlanta Hawks have signed free-agent center Etan Thomas to add bulk in the frontcourt. posted at 6:42 on 3/9/10 Nesbitt credits offseason ankle surgery, but teammates credit his changed demeanor posted at 12:59 on 3/9/10 Curry’s return caps 2 years of practice posted at 12:59 on 3/9/10 COVINGTON, Ga.— Harris County got its first win of the season on the road, beating Alcovy 28-0, moving their record to 1-1. posted at 6:39 on 3/9/10 Trojans return interception, fumble for TDs posted at 12:49 on 3/9/10 JACKSONVILLE, Fla.— With most starters watching from the sideline, Atlanta and Jacksonville got a last look at players vying for open roster spots. posted at 6:41 on 3/9/10 Yellow Jackets open Nov. 12 at home against Charleston Southern posted at 12:44 on 3/9/10 Atlanta’s winning streak ends at five posted at 12:44 on 3/9/10 Coaches told him point-blank that he wasn’t physical enough posted at 12:39 on 3/9/10 Carries will grow in wake of Washaun Ealey’s arrest and suspension posted at 12:39 on 3/9/10 Yellow Jackets name temporary captains posted at 12:24 on 3/9/10 Carver is used to getting attention for flashy plays from running back Isaiah Crowell and for having a lineup full of highly recruited players. But the Tigers spent this week trying to show coaches they have the mental mettle to match their physical prowess as they prepared for tonight’s game against Buford, ranked No. 1 in Georgia High School Association Class AA. posted at 12:19 on 3/9/10 Brookstone, Pacelli also win posted at 12:14 on 3/9/10 Host region rival Opelika tonight in renovated stadium posted at 12:14 on 3/9/10 Gains 173 yards rushing, 65 yards receiving in first game since breaking collarbone last year posted at 12:09 on 3/9/10 Won past three Class AA championships posted at 12:04 on 3/9/10 TUSCALOOSA, Ala.— There wasn’t much hope for DeQuan Menzie’s 2010 season back in April. posted at 10:46 on 2/9/10 Dareus must pay $1,787.17 to charity of his choice posted at 7:47 on 2/9/10 COVINGTON, Ga.— Harris County got its first win of the season on the road, beating Alcovy 28-0, moving their record to 1-1. posted at 6:39 on 3/9/10 Trojans return interception, fumble for TDs posted at 12:49 on 3/9/10 Carver is used to getting attention for flashy plays from running back Isaiah Crowell and for having a lineup full of highly recruited players. But the Tigers spent this week trying to show coaches they have the mental mettle to match their physical prowess as they prepared for tonight’s game against Buford, ranked No. 1 in Georgia High School Association Class AA. posted at 12:19 on 3/9/10 Brookstone, Pacelli also win posted at 12:14 on 3/9/10 Host region rival Opelika tonight in renovated stadium posted at 12:14 on 3/9/10 Gains 173 yards rushing, 65 yards receiving in first game since breaking collarbone last year posted at 12:09 on 3/9/10 Won past three Class AA championships posted at 12:04 on 3/9/10 Cheyene Odom doubled to left-center field to bring home the first run of the game for Northside in a 5-2 win over Newnan. posted at 9:06 on 2/9/10 Second-ranked Tigers see game against defending Class AA champs as measuring stick posted at 9:13 on 2/9/10 A strong run at a weekend tournament already paid off for Shaw as the Raiders swept Jordan 25-23 and 25-19 on Tuesday at Jordan. posted at 6:01 on 1/9/10 Portia Watkins had 20 sets and seven kills, while teammate Sinae Charles had five assisted blocks and two solo blocks in Central Phenix City’s five-game win over Kendrick on Tuesday. posted at 6:16 on 1/9/10 SMITHS STATION, Ala.— Smiths Station running back Lorenzo Betties got rolling Friday night and Russell County could not seem to find a way to stop him. posted at 6:41 on 31/8/10 First-year Hardaway volleyball coach Mandy Weed was eager to take over for Kendall Mills and coach the sport for the first time at the high school level, and it didn’t hurt her enthusiasm to inherit an experienced team that went deep into the playoffs last season. posted at 6:49 on 31/8/10 Hardaway wins division at Callaway Classic posted at 12:14 on 29/8/10 Runs for 251 yards and 6 touchdowns posted at 12:38 on 28/8/10 Both teams see ways to improve posted at 3:04 on 28/8/10 Northside defense preserves win posted at 12:47 on 28/8/10 HAMILTON, Ga.— Hardaway’s Austin Scott could see the end zone getting closer as he carried the ball on fourth down in overtime, and the Harris County jerseys were closing in fast. posted at 12:27 on 28/8/10 Randolph-Clay routs Kendrick posted at 12:27 on 28/8/10 Armstrong leads Fort Dale with big 2-pt. conversion posted at 12:22 on 28/8/10
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