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Ukraine Peace Talks Result in Cease-Fire Deal

Ukraine Peace Talks Result in Cease-Fire Deal


Ukraine Peace Talks Result in Cease-Fire Deal

Posted: 12 Feb 2015 06:29 AM PST

After 17 hours of negotiations, the leaders of France and Germany brokered a renewed cease-fire deal to end Ukraine's 10-month conflict with pro-Russia separatists.
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How Likely Is Brian Williams to Return to NBC?

Posted: 12 Feb 2015 04:48 AM PST

Brian Williams has been suspended from "Nightly News" for six months without pay. How likely is his return to NBC? Robert Thompson of Syracuse University discusses on the News Hub. Photo: Getty...
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Ways to Beat Post-Work Crankiness

Posted: 12 Feb 2015 01:57 AM PST

Many people come home from work in a bad mood but there are techniques to combat post-office crankiness. WSJ's Sue Shellenbarger discusses with Tanya Rivero. Photo: Getty Subscribe to the...
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Colin Firth Spills the Secrets of 'Kingsman'

Posted: 11 Feb 2015 10:22 PM PST

Oscar-winning actor Colin Firth and director Matthew Vaughn stop by the WSJ Café to talk about "Kingsman: The Secret Service." Subscribe to the WSJ channel here: http://bit.ly/14Q81Xy Visit...
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Time: 05:00 More in Entertainment

Brian Williams Suspended for Six Months

Posted: 11 Feb 2015 01:39 PM PST

NBC suspended “Nightly News” anchor Brian Williams for six months without pay for repeatedly telling a false war story. The WSJ's Tom Di Fonzo has the details. Subscribe to the WSJ channel...
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Time: 01:26 More in News & Politics

Saving Ancient Syrian and Iraqi Sites From Looters

Posted: 12 Feb 2015 05:14 AM PST

Ancient sites in Syria and Iraq are being damaged by war and looted by Islamic State and others trying to cash in on the antiquities market. A group called Heritage for Peace is trying to...
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Time: 03:10 More in News & Politics

Jon Stewart to Sign off 'Daily Show'

Posted: 12 Feb 2015 05:35 AM PST

Jon Stewart, who transformed "The Daily Show" into a cultural powerhouse, announces that he is stepping down after 16 years of hosting the satirical news program. The WSJ's Diana Jou has more....
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Time: 01:43 More in News & Politics

Five Truly Awful Valentine's Day Gifts

Posted: 12 Feb 2015 05:12 AM PST

Many couples will give each other terrible Valentine's Day gifts, but here are five to truly avoid. Photo: Getty. Subscribe to the WSJ channel here: http://bit.ly/14Q81Xy Visit the WSJ channel...
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Time: 01:42 More in Howto & Style

Scientists Find Surprising Core in Earth's Inner Core

Posted: 12 Feb 2015 05:56 AM PST

A new study by a team of scientists from the U.S. and China suggests Earth's innermost core might have a core of its own. WSJ's Monika Auger reports. Photo: Lachina Publishing Services Subscribe...
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Time: 01:34 More in Science & Technology

'American Sniper' Murder Trial Complicated by Film's Success

Posted: 12 Feb 2015 04:17 AM PST

As "American Sniper” rakes in millions at the box office, the man who allegedly shot ex-Navy SEAL Chris Kyle is finally standing trial. But can he get a fair trial after killing a renowned...
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'Granny Flats' Take Off in Australia

Posted: 11 Feb 2015 09:42 PM PST

Australia's backyards are being replaced by 'Granny Flats' as a property boom puts homeownership out of reach for many Australians. The WSJ's Rebecca Thurlow reports on why these tiny...
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Time: 01:58 More in News & Politics

Asian Dating Apps Style Themselves as Anti-Tinder

Posted: 12 Feb 2015 05:11 AM PST

A number of dating apps have emerged in Asia that aim to offer something for users who aren't quite ready for marriage but aren't interested in casual hookups. The WSJ's Brittany Hite...
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Time: 03:42 More in News & Politics

Can the Aibo Robot Dog Be Saved From Extinction?

Posted: 12 Feb 2015 02:03 AM PST

To keep their Aibos up and running, fans in Japan are finding ways to repair their robot dogs themselves, now that manufacturer Sony has shut down its maintenance services. Photo: Eric Pfanner/The...
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Time: 01:39 More in News & Politics

Europe's 'Spaceplane' Mission a Success

Posted: 11 Feb 2015 02:02 PM PST

The European Space Agency successfully completed a mission to fly their 'spaceplane,' the Intermediate eXperimental Vehicle, into space, survive re-entry through Earth's atmosphere and...
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Time: 01:57 More in News & Politics