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USS New York, built with steel from Twin Towers, sets sail on maiden voyage
Monday, November 2, 2009 - 19:00

USS New York, a new battleship built with steel from the World Trade Centre, sailed into New York harbour yesterday on its maiden voyage and delivered a 21-gun salute near Ground Zero.

The $1 billion US navy assault vessel, whose bow includes 7.5 tonnes of steel recycled from the 2001 terror attack, will be officially commissioned in its namesake city on Saturday.

Rescue workers and families of those killed in the attack gathered on the Manhattan waterfront to watch the 684ft warship glide up the Hudson River past the World Trade Centre site with its sailors standing at attention on the deck.

Sister Relationships, why you love/hate her
Sunday, October 18, 2009 - 20:00
Deborah Tannen, author of You Were Always Mom's Favorite! Sisters in Conversation Throughout Their Lives, weighs in here on why sisters can be the best of friends - even while driving each other crazy.

Q: How are sister relationships unique from other relationships?
The scary waste of "vampire power"
Sunday, October 18, 2009 - 20:00
Vampires may be hot right now in the entertainment world, but “vampire power” – the slow, invisible energy drain caused by leaving electric devices plugged in – simply sucks.
Choosing a career in the new economy
Saturday, October 17, 2009 - 20:00
Whether heading into the work force for the first time or perhaps being shuffled around by the economy, employees and future employees are evaluating and re-evaluating their career paths.

For most, long gone are the days someone cupped a child’s chin in hand and asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?”

As children, the answers probably were a ballerina, fireman, basketball player, cowboy or movie star – based on the dreams and heroes admired up close and afar.
Time for tires? Buying basics for tire shoppers
Saturday, October 17, 2009 - 20:00
It’s one of the most important vehicle-related purchases you can make, yet a whopping 62 percent of women and nearly half of all men think it’s difficult, according to a recent survey. What is this process that so many Canadian car owners consider a hassle? Buying new tires.
Eat healthy, even while on the go
Saturday, October 17, 2009 - 20:00
Busy schedules and holiday activities can keep you on the run, making it hard to eat healthy at this time of year. There are times when you miss a meal and over-indulge at a later hour, but with a little snack preparation, you can stay on schedule and on track with healthful eating habits.
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