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High def video gaming on the Chromebook Pixel Thank you Steam!
While the Chrome browser takes full advantage of the Chromebook Pixel's hardware, I thought it would interesting to see how video gaming works on the device. Quite well, with just a few small issues, it turns out.


Can microchips save the rhino?
In a bid to end rampant poaching, Kenya is implanting microchips in every rhino nationwide, an extensive process that will include sedating hundreds of animals.


Attacks in Iraq kill 7 officers
Seven police officers were killed and nine were injured Tuesday in a series of attacks at security checkpoints in the western Iraqi province of Anbar, police said.


Austen ring bought back from singer
A ring once owned by the 19th century novelist Jane Austen is to remain in Britain after a museum successfully raised funds to buy it from American singer Kelly Clarkson.


Why 'Gravity' couldn't happen
As far as fans are concerned, "Gravity" is out of this world.


In Syria, Doctors Risk Life and Juggle Ethics
As Syria moves toward destroying its chemical stockpile, some say the credit lies with doctors who risked their lives and confronted questions of medical ethics to expose the weapons use.


Motherlode Blog Mourning a Miscarriage
It wasnt the loss of a baby. It was the loss of my own hope.


So close yet so far for Jamieson
Scott Jamieson was so close to breaking new ground at the Portugal Masters on Saturday. Needing a birdie on the last hole to shoot the first ever 59 on the European Tour, he just missed and had to settle for a 60.


Mega projects changing Africa
A lack of railways, ports and quality roads has hindered Africa's development in recent years, but a number of megaprojects are set to change that.


Netflix Hits Milestone and Raises Its Sights
The video service said on Monday that it had surpassed 30 million U.S. subscribers and it reported third-quarter results that beat most expectations.


Rampant Ronaldo Shoots Down 10-Man Juve
Cristiano Ronaldo continued his blistering start to Real Madrid's Champions League campaign when he struck twice in a 2-1 win at home to 10-man Juventus on Tuesday that put Real firmly in charge of Group B.


Apple makes ripple, not splash
Oct. 22 - Apple unveiled its new lineup of products for the holidays- including a new slimmer and faster tablet called the iPad Air. Bobbi Rebell reports.


RPT-UPDATE 2-Pakistan prime minister urges Obama to end drone strikes
WASHINGTON, Oct 23 (Reuters) - Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday urged U.S. President Barack Obama to end drone strikes in Pakistan, touching on a sore subject just as relations between the two countries improve after years of suspicion over Afghanistan and the U.S. counterterrorism fight.


UPDATE 1-EPA hits the road to seek input on power plant rules
(Recasts top paragraphs, adds comment from congressman, American Petroleum Institute)


Gotham Big Lead Aside, de Blasio Holds Less Tightly to Line
In a debate on Tuesday with Joseph J. Lhota, the Republican mayoral candidate, Bill de Blasio, a Democrat, qualified his stances on some issues.


Innovation helps chef stay on top
French pastry chef Pierre Herme shares his recipe for success and why he rejects competition.


'Bionic man' makes debut at Washington's Air and Space Museum
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A first-ever walking, talking "bionic man" built entirely out of synthetic body parts made his Washington debut on Thursday.


Louis Hobson Leaves Broadway for Seattles Balagan Theater
Quickly grabbing Broadway credits wasnt enough for Louis Hobson. Hes now returned to Seattle, where he is artistic director of the Balagan Theater.


In Detroit bankruptcy trial, union says city had pensions in sight
DETROIT (Reuters) - A trial on Detroit's eligibility for bankruptcy protection kicked off on Wednesday with opponents claiming the city tried to bypass restrictions on cutting workers' pensions, as experts in municipal bankruptcy around the country watched closely in a case that could set important precedents.


Square Feet Streets Sunny Side Costs Retailers More in Rent
Store rents in Manhattan can vary substantially, even on the same block, depending on factors like foot traffic and nearby stores and attractions.


Chipmaker LSI's revenue misses estimate
(Reuters) - LSI Corp reported lower-than-expected revenue for the third quarter as demand for its storage chips fell, sending its shares down about 5 percent in extended trading.


London's coolest gravestones
The best -- and wackiest -- tombs in this great cemetery city don't always belong to the most famous.


South Africa Know before you go
With apartheid two decades behind it, South Africa has claimed a spot as a top Africa destination. Here's why.


Showtime Renews Homeland and Masters of Sex
Once a critics darling, Homeland has been receiving some critical mockery. But lately its ratings have been rising.


Ruling Near, J.C. Penney Capitulates to Macys
After a court suit from Macys claimed an exclusive contract with Martha Stewart, Penney scaled back its Stewart line as a court deadline appeared near.


Typhoon sparks island evacuation
Oct. 23 - Some elderly residents are evacuated from a Japanese island before the arrival of Typhoon Francisco. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).


World Briefing | Europe Spain Basque Separatist Is Freed
A Spanish court on Tuesday ordered the release of a Basque separatist convicted of terrorism after a top European human rights court ruled that her rights to have her sentence reduced were violated.


A Wife Committed to Cruzs Ideals, but a Study in Contrasts to Him
Heidi Nelson Cruz, a managing director at Goldman Sachs, was not spared the fallout from Senator Ted Cruzs role in the Congressional fiscal showdown this month.


Dot Earth Blog A Closer Look at Factors Curbing Chinas Appetite for Shark Fins
How a conservation group worked with a basketball star to inspire a businessman to press politicians to cut Chinas appetite for shark-fin soup.


U.S. health department to start daily briefings on website issues
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Health and Human Services Department will hold daily news briefings starting Thursday on progress addressing the myriad technical issues that plague the healthcare.gov website.


Corning to buy out Samsung from LCD JV, signs 10-year supply deal
(Reuters) - Corning Inc said it would buy out Samsung Display's stake in their LCD glass joint venture in a deal that could see the Samsung Electronics Co Ltd subsidiary take a 7.4 percent share in the Gorilla Glass maker.


Quick, Quiet Robbery Nets $60,000 at a Whole Foods
After an armed robbery of a Whole Foods Market in Lower Mahattan, questions focus on security policies and the possibility of an inside job.


Jones' Late Goal Lifts Preds Over Canadiens 2-1
Seth Jones' goal with 127 left spoiled a 35-save performance by Montreal's Carey Price and helped the Nashville Predators beat the Canadiens 2-1 on Saturday night.


Dot Earth Blog TV Stars Lead Online Push to Curb Chinas Shark Fin Appetite
Celebrities using social media spearhead a Chinese campaign to conserve sharks by cutting demand for shark fin soup.


Rex to Belichick 'Not True!' Jets Also Pushed
Rex Ryan pushed back at Bill Belichick.


How sensors make your phone "Star Trek smart"
Can your current smartphone be any smarter? Sure it can, if the device knows how to better understand its surroundings with the help of internal sensors. Qualcomm's Project Gimbal does just that for app developers. Here's a peek at how Paramount is using the technology.


A Good Appetite Making Pasta Look Pretty in Pink
A flavorful pasta sauce made from beets.


Vatican Suspends German Bishop Known for Spending
Franz-Peter Tebartz-van Elst, the bishop of Limburg, has outraged Germans over his lavish spending on a personal residence.


European science satellite to tumble back to Earth
CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - A European satellite that spent four years mapping Earth's gravity ran out of fuel on Monday and will plunge back into the atmosphere in about two weeks, officials said.


Race chants cloud Champions League
It's supposed to be known as the "Beautiful Game" but the ugly face of racism returned to haunt European football once again Wednesday.


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