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Newstalk 870 Can Be Heard at the North Pole Says a Listener in Finland!

John McKay — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:00:43 +0000

We've always told you the Newstalk 870 radio signal carries a big punch, but this is rather incredible!

10 Things You Didn't Know About Olympic Beach Volleyball Player Kerri Walsh-Jennings

Don Deane — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 14:00:37 +0000

As one-half of the legendary team also starring Misty May-Treanor, Kerri Walsh-Jennings is instantly recognizable as one of the greatest beach volleyball players in the world.

Together, they’re defending Olympic champions who won gold medals in both the 2004 and 2008 games, and they’re looking to repeat their success for a third time in London this year.

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The 10 Most Breathtaking Opening Ceremonies in Olympic History

Danny Groner — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 14:18:05 +0000

As the athletes get ready for the London Olympics, organizers are also preparing their best theatrics for the opening ceremony.

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Mayan Calendar Does Not Predict 2012 Doomsday After All (VIDEO)

John McKay — Fri, 11 May 2012 16:49:01 +0000

This just in--for all of you hoarding, preparing, and panicking over the predictions of the Mayan Calendar, whoops!

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North Korea Fails in Attempt to Launch Long-Range Missile

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 02:45:05 +0000

North Korea found itself front and center in the international community when it launched a long-range missile Friday morning, local time.

Despite the country’s reported efforts, officials in the US claim the launch failed because the rocket broke before leaving the Earth’s atmosphere.

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North Korean Leader Kim Jong Il Dies at Age 69 [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:30:11 +0000

Kim Jong Il, the eccentric leader of North Korea since 1994, has died at the age of 69.

North Korea’s state-run KCNA news agency reported that after “great mental and physical strain,” he passed away of a heart attack at 8:30 a.m. Saturday while on a train during a “field guidance tour.”

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