Yum! Brands Expanding to Small Chinese Cities | RestaurantNews.com

Fast-food giant Yum! Brands Inc. opened 500 outlets in the Chinese market in 2009, according to a business investigation report made by third parties. Of the.

The Chinese Cooking Method : Fast & Healthy Meals Are Now Possible!

The most commonly used Chinese cooking methods of all times though is frying, which may include deep, shallow, stir or slippery frying while popular Chinese food items include noodles, fried-rice, chicken pieces and shrimp dishes. ...

Chinese Fast Food!

For my next segment, I will explain why it is that Western fast food never exactly took off here like I'm sure the American corporations wanted it to: Street Food. It's everywhere, it's incredibly cheap, even for average-income Chinese ...

Weight Loss With Acupuncture And Chinese Medicine

Falls in blood sugar more reinforce this conclusion of the body, and with this assumption additional in place, whatever resources do come into the body when this mini fast will be firmly held onto in preparation for the next fast. ... This all results in the maintaining or increase of weight, despite the denial of food. In Chinese medical theory, the digestion is likened to a cauldron on a stove, the fire being the digestive processes, and therefore the pot being the ...

Shanghai - McPlodding Roond The McPlanet

Bite tae eat fae a Chinese fast food joint called 'Yoshinoya'...take my advice, don't ever....and then it's ontae the subway and 20p take us hame. Day one knocked in. Day two is chucking wi rain so we hae a wander aroond the Shanghai ...

Jaipur Restaurants

For those who are not very ardent on trying the traditional Rajasthani food, there are ample of restaurants that serve special cuisines from Chinese and Thai to Intercontinental and Italian food. If you are a lover of fast food, ...

The amazing story of - Anna Helena: Midterm week(s)

Ayse, Benoit and I went to have chinese for lunch, extremely good I have to say mmmm, I miss good chinese food, used to eat it all the time back in Paris, in Sweden you can't really find those fast-food chinese places. ...

CoolPictureGallery : The Chinese GIRL toddler who weighs 6.5st at ...

A recent government survey declared there are 60 million obese people in China, with the number doubling between 1992 and 2002. Two years ago the country got its first Kentucky Fried Chicken fast food restaurant. Chinese GIRL Seen On ...

Quality Chinese Food in Budapest at Moscow - XpatLoop.com - Dining ...

A truly prestigious award considering that from all the Chinese restaurants and over a hundred Chinese fast food restaurants here, only Ping was found worthy of this honour." Address:1024 Budapest, Moszkva tér 6. Tel: 061-3160184 ...

“Fast-food” youth ministry | Youth & music ministry ...

“Fast-food” youth ministry. Graham Stanton March 8th, 2010. My last blog post was an attempt to diagnose a problem – that youth ministries are often isolated from the rest of the life of a local church. There was some agreement, .... Of the 15 to 20 kids in my youth group, less than 5 would speak Mandarin well enough to follow the service verbally, and even fewer can read the Chinese script. Let's make sure that we don't accidentally throw the baby out with the bathwater. ...

http://twitpic.com/17l6e4 - The Rainbow Garden Chinese restaurant off of S. Plaza Trail is pretty bangin'. Fast service and awesome food!

http://twitpic.com/17l6e4 - The Rainbow Garden Chinese restaurant off of S. Plaza Trail is pretty bangin'. Fast service and awesome food!

I just broke my diet and ate Chinese food, because I couldn't find crunchy tacos around here. Now I'm dizzy from eating too fast. #gaaaaaaah

I just broke my diet and ate Chinese food, because I couldn't find crunchy tacos around here. Now I'm dizzy from eating too fast. #gaaaaaaah

@KevinWiyarnanda lol, singlish is total pain in butt. I never get a right order on fast food restaurant if chinese person is the cashier,lol

@KevinWiyarnanda lol, singlish is total pain in butt. I never get a right order on fast food restaurant if chinese person is the cashier,lol

At Chinese Deli Fast Food:

At Chinese Deli Fast Food:

Sucks that chinese food rice goes bad so fast.

Sucks that chinese food rice goes bad so fast.

Had Chinese food tonight - The USA needs new fast food chain - of Iraq, Jamaica, Greece: No more Mexican, Burgers, or Chinese. Bring it on.

Had Chinese food tonight - The USA needs new fast food chain - of Iraq, Jamaica, Greece: No more Mexican, Burgers, or Chinese. Bring it on.

Had Chinese food tonight - The USA needs new fast food chain - of Iraq, Jamaica, Greece: No more Mexican, Burgers, or Chinese. Bring it on.

Had Chinese food tonight - The USA needs new fast food chain - of Iraq, Jamaica, Greece: No more Mexican, Burgers, or Chinese. Bring it on.

At Chinese Deli Fast Food:

At Chinese Deli Fast Food:

Why does chinese food make you full so fast?

Why does chinese food make you full so fast? <*C*C*>

never eat chinese food thats loaded with MSG really fast. it blows up inside of you. fast. take my word for it

never eat chinese food thats loaded with MSG really fast. it blows up inside of you. fast. take my word for it

Producer pleads guilty in Letterman case

Robert “Joe” Halderman has pleaded guilty to trying to shake down David Letterman over the comic’s sexual affairs.

Lohan sues E*Trade over ‘milkaholic’ baby

The actress Lindsay Lohan has sued E*Trade Financial Corp for $100 million, saying a "milkaholic" baby girl who appeared in a recent commercial was modeled after her.

Ellen’s making the other ‘Idol’ judges improve

With DeGeneres on board — and Simon Cowell on the way out — judges Randy Jackson and Kara DioGuardi seem to have decided it's time to start trying harder.

Andy Richter calls ‘Tonight’ exit frustrating

Andy Richter, Conan O'Brien's sidekick at "The Tonight Show," is acknowledging some ill will toward NBC and Jay Leno in the wake of the network's late-night upheaval.

Man jailed for Cindy Crawford extortion

A German man who tried to blackmail supermodel Cindy Crawford with a photo of her bound and gagged 7-year-old daughter was sentenced to two years in jail Tuesday.

How did David slay Goliath at Oscars?

For as much as "The Hurt Locker" was the critics' darling, it had three major strikes against it in its battle against the mighty James Cameron's "Avatar."

Spotlight can burn children of the famous

There is a special challenge for a child of a star or stars in coping with the harsh glare of the spotlight while looking for his or her own niche. Plenty of high-profile stories illustrate that.

Funeral service held for Osmond’s son

Marie Osmond’s 18-year-old son was remembered at a funeral service Monday with fond words, laughter and music from his famous singing family.

Montag spoofs her plastic surgeries in video

Ten plastic surgery procedures in one day may have made "The Hills" star the happiest she's ever been, but it also made her fodder for some comics. Now she’s in on the joke.

Is the world ready for little Simon Cowells?

Simon Cowell opened up about his engagement to makeup artist Mezghan Hussainy during an appearance on “The Tonight Show With Jay Leno” on Monday night.

41.3 million watched Oscars’ golden night

An estimated 41.3 million people saw "The Hurt Locker" top the popular "Avatar" for best picture in the most-watched Academy Awards telecast since 2005.

Harry Smith colonoscopy to air on ‘Early Show’

CBS says it will be the first time an anchor has had a colonoscopy live on network television and Katie Couric plans to be with Smith as he prepares for the procedure.

Mayor to ‘SNL’: Peekskill’s not a hellhole!

An actor playing Gov. David Paterson said he planned to tour "upstate New York — hellholes like Plattsburgh and Peekskill." He said residents there are "rock eaters" and "freaks."

Galifianakis shaves beard while hosting ‘SNL’

The 40-year-old comedian slipped backstage while the show's musical guest performed. When he emerged for the next sketch, his beard was gone, with a mustache in its place.

‘Grey’s’ puts focus on Avery. Wait. Who’s that?

There's one problem with the show centering an episode on the generational conflict between Avery and his famous surgeon grandfather: Viewers still asking, "Which one is Avery again?"

Oscar telecast switched back on for 3 million

Cablevision said WABC-TV's signal was switched back on for its 3.1 million subscribers in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut shortly after the Academy Awards telecast began.

2 more doctors may be leaving ‘Grey’s Anatomy’

Sources confirm to me exclusively that Mercy West transplants Robert Baker (Dr. Percy) and Nora Zehetner (Dr. Adamson) are not expected to return next season.

Will dirty diapers sully ‘The Office’?

The baby rut: "Mad About You" fell into it, as did "Family Ties" and "Murphy Brown." And now "The Office" is trying to stay out of it.

One ‘Desperate’ housewife to flee Wisteria Lane

Spoiler: A valuable piece of real estate is about to open up along America’s most popular cul-de-sac when one of the housewives leaves in May.

Janet Jackson to appear on ‘Tonight Show’

For the first time since Michael Jackson’s death in June 2009, Janet Jackson will visit a late-night network talk show when she appears on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” on March 18.

Winderman: NBA full of stretch run storylines

Winderman: Soon the Madness will grab hold of the basketball spotlight. And for nearly a month, it is quite possible NBA balls could bounce without making much of a sound. Now is the time to look at the back stories that could emerge front and center when the glare turns back to the NBA.

Browns release QB Derek Anderson

CLEVELAND (AP) -The Cleveland Browns have released quarterback Derek Anderson.

Twins closer Nathan has ligament tear in elbow

The Minnesota Twins suddenly have a glaring concern about closing games for the first time since Joe Nathan took over in 2004.

Steinbrenner: No extensions for Jeter, Rivera

Hal Steinbrenner says the New York Yankees won't alter their policy against contract extensions and will deal with Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera and Joe Girardi after the season.

Alex Rodriguez 'at ease' with Canadian doctor

Yankees star Alex Rodriguez said Tuesday he is at ease with his ties to a Canadian sports doctor embroiled in cross-border investigations involving HGH and another drug, though he still hasn't talked to federal authorities about the case.

Strasburg makes long-awaited spring debut for Nats

Top prospect Stephen Strasburg made his spring training debut on Tuesday, pitching two scoreless innings in the Washington Nationals' 9-4 loss to the Detroit Tigers.

Swarbrick: Expansion could force ND into move

Notre Dame wants to remain independent in football, but that might not matter if the Big Ten and Pac-10 decide to expand and create sweeping changes to major college sports.

Report: Tomlinson to visit Vikes on Thursday

LaDainian Tomlinson is scheduled to visit with the Vikings on Thursday, according to SI.com's Jim Trotter.

Allen Iverson going through 'tough times'

Exiled Philadelphia 76ers guard Allen Iverson says he's experiencing "tough times" a week after it was decided he would not return to the NBA team and his wife filed for divorce.

Giants sign QB Jim Sorgi to back up Eli Manning

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -After six years backing up Peyton Manning in Indianapolis, Jim Sorgi will get a chance to do the same for Peyton's brother Eli.

WP: When jobless benefits turn to welfare

Millions of Americans have been forced to rely on unemployment payments for extended periods, and critics are taking aim.

Stocks rise a year after market hit bottom

A year after the stock market began its comeback from 12-year lows, investors are looking for the next big thing.

Bankers winning financial reform battle

As Congress inches toward a new set of rules to avert another global financial collapse, the score so far looks like Bankers 1, Consumers 0.

Toyota, U.S. officials probe runaway Prius

U.S. safety regulators and Toyota Motor Corp dispatched investigators to San Diego on Tuesday to inspect a Prius that sped out of control on a California freeway a day earlier.

How to stop your car when the throttle is stuck

A quick primer on what to do if you find yourself in a car that has accelerated unintentionally. Experts recommend practicing for an emergency.

Class-action suits may cost Toyota billions

Toyota owners claiming that recalls are causing the value of their vehicles to plummet have filed at least 89 class-action lawsuits that could cost the auto giant billions.

Jobless aid bill passes key Senate hurdle

Legislation to give additional months of unemployment benefits to people who have been out of a job for more than half a year cleared a key hurdle Tuesday.

Lohan sues E*Trade over ‘milkaholic’ baby

The actress Lindsay Lohan has sued E*Trade Financial Corp for $100 million, saying a "milkaholic" baby girl who appeared in a recent commercial was modeled after her.

Job openings rise; hiring may start to pick up

Job openings rose sharply earlier this year, a sign that employers might be preparing to step up hiring.

Young adults anxious about future, finances

Young adult Americans are financially anxious, worried that they cannot meet their educational, housing and health care needs, according to a new poll.

The dark side of digital ‘love’

Despite many upbeat tales of online matchups or romantic reunions through Facebook or e-mail, there are plenty of cautionary tales. They don't have the high-profile, TMZ-appeal of Tiger Woods' case, but are more devastating to the victims.

112 best free downloads, sites and services

Want to correct Windows problems, make your PC or mobile phone more capable, and get things done faster online — all without opening your wallet? Check out these 112 incredibly useful, incredibly free downloads, sites, and services.

Video: ‘God Of War III’ is over-the-top fun

The game is bigger, more polished, and more thrilling then the previous games. Msnbc.com's Todd Kenreck gives it an 8 out of 10. (msnbc.com)

Chile quake moves city 10 feet

The violent temblor — the fifth most powerful quake ever measured — shifted other parts of South America as well, from the southern tip of the continent to northern Brazil.

U.S. sits on rare supply of tech-crucial minerals

Untapped reserves include deposits of both "light" and "heavy" rare earths — families of minerals that help make everything from TV displays to magnets in hybrid electric motors.

U.S.-born panda leaves quarantine in China

After a month in quarantine, American-born panda Tai Shan paced around his new home in southwest China as he was put on public display Tuesday for the first time since his much-anticipated arrival in the country.

NASA: Money key to more space shuttle flights

With space shuttle retirement just months away, a senior NASA manager said Tuesday it wouldn't be hard to add more flights, provided the nation is willing to keep paying $200 million a month.

New guitar game has players strum real strings

A new musical video game lets players strum a real six-string electric guitar instead of tapping buttons on a fake instrument.

Buzz Aldrin gears up for ‘Dancing’

Buzz Aldrin, 80-year-old veteran of the first moon landing by Apollo 11, is facing a much more down-to-Earth challenge as a contestant on the new season of TV's "Dancing With the Stars."

Altered tobacco plants suck up pond scum

Engineered tobacco is paving the way for a new generation of plants that could clean up environmental problems — and do it cheaply.

Chewing gum smacks of wrinkle risks

It freshens our breath and helps us quit smoking, but some cosmetic surgeons believe chewing gum does one more thing: It gives us wrinkles.

Baby slings to get safety warning after deaths

The U.S. government is preparing a safety warning about baby slings — those popular and fashionable infant carriers that parents can sling around their chests to carry their baby.

Assisted suicide network members indicted

A Georgia grand jury has indicted four members of an assisted suicide group on charges they helped a 58-year-old with cancer kill himself.

Manufacturer expands pet food recall

Nature's Variety has expanded its recall of chicken-flavored pet food because of concerns over salmonella.

Britain may force owners to microchip dogs

British dog owners may be forced to microchip their pets and take out insurance, part of a proposed crackdown on the country's dangerous canines.

Even a 3-year-old knows power of a logo

New research finds even preschoolers are brand-conscious and can recognize kiddie brand logos and products.

Seniors pinched by rising costs for home care

As states struggle with red ink, more seniors face new fees or lengthy waiting lists for in-home services like meal deliveries, personal care assistants and visiting nurses.

Nicotine builds up slowly in the brain

Nicotine builds up gradually in smokers' brains rather than spiking after each puff, according to a study that might help point to new ways to help people quit smoking.

Fact? Recession blamed for jump in Medicare costs

The recession will cause an increase in Medicare costs. Msnbc.com fact-checks this claim — and more.

Tenn. woman pleads guilty to faking breast cancer

A Tennessee woman pleaded guilty Tuesday to faking breast cancer in a scam that netted thousands of dollars worth of sick leave donated by her City Hall co-workers and money from a church and other charities.

Amsterdam airport tightens security after sting

Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport — the departure site for the Detroit underwear bomber — tightened security Tuesday after journalists orchestrated a sting operation that smuggled bottles of liquids onto planes bound for London and Washington. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol - London - Washington D.C. - Business - Duty-free shop

Man accused in NYC of helping terror group

An African man provided money and was trained with weapons and explosives in a bid to help a terrorist organization seeking to destabilize Somalia and attack U.S. interests, prosecutors say. Somalia - Terrorism - United States - Africa - New York City

Obama wants former top Army intel officer at TSA

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American al-Qaida suspect is not spokesman

Pakistani officials reverse course on a recently captured American suspected of being a member of al-Qaida, saying the man is not the terror network's U.S.-born spokesman. Pakistan - Al-Qaeda - al-Qaida - United States - Warfare and Conflict

U.S. upgrading security with more scanners

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Four jailed over plot to attack U.S. bases

A court sentenced four men who were convicted over a foiled 2007 plot to attack U.S. targets in Germany, giving them prison terms of up to 12 years. Prison - Germany - United States - Crime and Justice - Injustice

Imam pleads guilty in NYC terror case

An imam linked to the suspects in an aborted suicide bomb plot against New York City pleaded guilty on Thursday to lying to the FBI — a deal sparing him serious jail time but forcing him to leave the country. New York City - Federal Bureau of Investigation - Suicide attack - United States - New York

Spain: mastermind of 'botnet' scam a mystery

Spanish authorities who dismantled a network of up to 12.7 million virus-infected, data-stealing computers said Wednesday the mastermind of the scam remains a mystery, even though three alleged ringleaders have been arrested. Botnet - Spain - Spanish language - Civil Guard - Security

TV producer pleads guilty in Letterman blackmail case

A CBS news producer accused of trying to blackmail comedian David Letterman pleaded guilty to second-degree grand larceny at a hearing Tuesday.

U.S.: Terror charges for 'Jihad Jane'

A Pennsylvania woman has been indicted for conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists and kill a person in a foreign country, the Justice Department announced Tuesday.

Police: Ohio State shooter killed himself

A gunman apparently angry over a poor evaluation entered an Ohio State University maintenance building today, killing a manager and then himself, police said.

Same-sex couples marry in D.C.

A lesbian couple smiled through tears today as they became the first same-sex couple to marry in the District of Columbia.

Missing exec's body found in river

Investigators began their fifth day of scouring New Orleans, Louisiana, for a missing energy executive on Tuesday, and police say he could have fallen into the Mississippi River.

Prius hit 90 mph on its own, driver says

The driver of a Toyota Prius says he was taken on a wild ride Monday after the car's accelerator became stuck, reaching speeds in excess of 90 mph.

Chile quake moves city over 10 feet

The magnitude-8.8 earthquake that rocked the west coast of Chile last month was violent enough to move the city of Concepcion at least 10 feet to the west and the capital, Santiago, about 11 inches to the west-southwest, researchers said.

Rahm Emanuel in political cross hairs

White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel is accustomed to working in the shadows, but he now finds himself on newspaper front pages.

What's behind slaughter in Nigeria?

Machete-wielding Muslims have been blamed for the slaughter of hundreds of Christian villagers in Nigeria, but analysts say the conflict not necessarily rooted in religion.

Sparklehorse frontman remembered

Mark Linkous, the Virginia-born indie-rock fixture best known for his work in the lo-fi pysch-folk project Sparklehorse, as well as for collaborations with artists ranging from Danger Mouse to Tom Waits, Iggy Pop and PJ Harvey, died March 6 of a self-inflicted gun shot wound.

Minorities' higher Alzheimer's risk

Francisca Terrazas and other Latinas are about 1.5 times more likely than Anglos to develop Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, a new report says. Read how her family copes.

Haitian couple await baby's return

In the chaos following January's earthquake, a baby was separated from her parents and brought to Miami. Now a couple await a DNA test to prove the baby is theirs.

Eat, pray sleep: Survey uncovers our habits

Your racial and ethnic background can shape many aspects of your life: the type of food you eat, where you live, and your political views.

Bipolar being diagnosed younger

This week, Dr. Charles Raison offers part two of his answer to the viewer question: Can a 9- or 10-year-old be bipolar?

Women drinkers less likely to gain

Some women avoid drinking calorie-filled cocktails, wine, and beer because they're worried about packing on the pounds. Now, a new study suggests that women who are moderate drinkers actually tend to gain less weight over time than teetotalers.

'You just don't look disabled'

People come up to Aimee Mullins all the time and say, "you know, I have to tell you, you just don't look disabled."

Supreme Court takes vaccine appeal

Parents who say that a range of preventive vaccines given their young children can cause serious health problems will have their appeal heard by the U.S. Supreme Court.

'Speed-dating' doctors woo patients

A pioneering Texas program invites prospective patients to casually meet and size up a lot of doctors in a short amount of time.

Dems: No health bill sked promises

Despite a call from the White House for health care legislation to pass this month, key Democrats are avoiding any promises about how soon the next steps may come.

Thought urged on prostate screening

Most men 50 and older should seriously consider the potential risks of treatment before deciding whether to be screened for prostate cancer, the American Cancer Society said Wednesday in revised guidelines.

Missing exec's body found in river, police say

The body of a missing energy executive was pulled from the Mississippi River in New Orleans, Louisiana, on Tuesday, four days after he disappeared, a police spokesman said.

Man pleads guilty in Letterman blackmail case

Robert "Joe" Halderman, the former CBS News producer accused of trying to blackmail comedian David Letterman, agreed Tuesday to plead guilty to second-degree grand larceny in exchange for six months in jail, five years probation and 1,000 hours of community service.

U.S.: Pennsylvania woman tried to recruit terrorists

A Pennsylvania woman has been indicted for conspiracy to provide material support to terrorists and kill a person in a foreign country, the Justice Department announced Tuesday.

11 things George Clooney might've been upset about at the Oscars

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Suspect kills self in Ohio State shooting, police say

A man apparently angry over a poor performance evaluation entered an Ohio State University maintenance building early Tuesday and opened fire, killing a manager before turning the gun on himself, police said.

Rahm Emanuel in the political cross hairs

White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel is accustomed to working in the shadows, but he now finds himself the subject of newspaper stories.

Driver: My Prius took me for a ride

The driver of a Toyota Prius says he was taken on a wild ride Monday after the car's accelerator became stuck, reaching speeds in excess of 90 mph on a winding, hilly portion of a southern California interstate.

Simon Cowell (sort of) confirms he's engaged

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Inside the cat and dog meat market in China

Dogs bark and whine behind high chain-link fences, some of them gnawing the wire so hard they bleed at the mouths while cats packed into crowded cages cower in fear if anyone approaches.

Chile quake moves city more than 10 feet

The magnitude-8.8 earthquake that rocked the west coast of Chile last month was violent enough to move the city of Concepcion at least 10 feet to the west and the capital, Santiago, about 11 inches to the west-southwest, researchers said.

Budget squeeze sours jobs picture

Another big employer is hanging out the "Not Hiring" sign.

Cash for Clunkers: Better than we thought

The government's Cash for Clunkers program resulted in a far bigger boost to car sales than was previously estimated, even by the government, according to a new analysis by Maritz Research, an automotive market research company.

Some execs get 'pity' bonus

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Fears of a Greek bank run

In the middle of the 2001 debt crisis, Argentines stormed their nation's banks to get their money out. To stop the stampede, the government imposed controls that allowed them to take out only $250 at a time and limited withdrawals for overseas trips to $1,000.

Cult soda maker Jones agrees to sharply discounted takeover

Jones Soda, the struggling maker of cult-favorite soft drinks, has agreed to be acquired by rival Reed's at a deep discount in a deal worth just shy of $10 million, the companies said Tuesday.

House eyes last-minute tax break for Chile donations

Taxpayers may still be able to deduct last-minute donations to Chile earthquake relief from their 2009 taxes, if a bipartisan bill introduced in the House on Tuesday is signed into law.

Oil falls as the dollar firms

Oil prices fell Tuesday as a stronger dollar overshadowed a modest advance on Wall Street.

The Dow's best performer is ...

The hottest blue chip stock this year isn't what you think. It's not a big bank on the mend, a gadget maker with a hot new product, or a retailer with soaring sales.

Cisco unveils ultra-fast Internet technology

Cisco unveiled a new Internet technology Tuesday that it says will provide the ultra-fast data speeds necessary to stay ahead of users' rapidly growing online video demands.

U.S. minted more millionaires in 2009

America's millionaires are on the rise again, according to a report issued Tuesday, after their ranks thinned out during the 2008 market meltdown.

Rahm Emanuel in the political cross hairs

Ed Hornick CNN White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel is accustomed to working in the shadows, but he now finds himself the subject of newspaper stories.

Explainer: What's behind slaughter in Nigeria?

Hilary Whiteman CNN Gangs of machete-wielding Muslims have been blamed for the weekend slaughter of hundreds of Christian villagers in Nigeria, but analysts say it would be wrong to assume the conflict was rooted in religion.

Video: Haitian baby really an orphan?

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Video: Man describes runaway Prius

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Financial Dispatch: Retirement savings down… millionaires up

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Video: Social media targets malaria

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Is Boeing's all-but-assured tanker bid as good for America as it seems?

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Haitian President warns of "historical mistake"

Charley Keyes CNN Sr. Producer Haiti must restore its political system, and hold elections, as well as repair the vast physical damage from the January earthquake, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Haitian President Rene Preval said Tuesday.

Freed from Haiti, missionary returns 'with mixed emotions'

CNN After more than a month in a Haitian jail, an American missionary was free Monday night, looking forward to a hot shower and a long night in bed on home soil.

GOP health care refusal could backfire

Julian Zelizer Special to CNN Most Republicans have opposed President Obama's health care bill from the first day he proposed reform. If the House passes the Senate bill in the next few days, it will probably do so without any Republican support.

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Capitalism: A Love Story

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The Twilight Saga: New Moon [Blu-ray]

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2012

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Kindle Wireless Reading Device (6" Display, Global Wireless, Latest Generation)

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Garmin n?vi 765/765T 4.3-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic

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Apple iPod touch 32 GB (3rd Generation) NEWEST MODEL

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Apple iPod touch 8 GB (3rd Generation) NEWEST MODEL

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Garmin 4.3-Inch Carrying Case

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Flip UltraHD Camcorder, 120 Minutes (Black)

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Kindle DX Wireless Reading Device (9.7" Display, Global Wireless, Latest Generation)

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Garmin n?vi 285W/285WT 4.3-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic

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PlayStation 3 120 GB

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Garmin n?vi 260W 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator

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Barbie Superstar Doll

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Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether, Brown/ White

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Barbie In a Mermaid Tale Merliah Doll

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Bananagrams

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Mighty Beanz 6 Pack - Series 1

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Ty Beanie Baby Max & Ruby Set

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LEGO Ultimate Building Set - 405 Pieces (6166)

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Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes

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Step 2 WaterWheel Activity Play Table

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The Settlers of Catan

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