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Storm delays New York bike-sharing program
AFP Relax News, Published on 12/12/2012
» New York bike enthusiasts will have to wait until May for what could become the largest bicycle-sharing program in the United States, due to damage caused by Superstorm Sandy.
Childhood obesity rates drop in some US cities
AFP Relax News, Published on 12/12/2012
» For the first time in decades, a handful of American cities -- including New York and Los Angeles -- are reporting declines in childhood obesity rates.
Microsoft to sell Surface at retail stores
AFP Relax News, Published on 12/12/2012
» Microsoft said Tuesday it would make its Surface tablet computer available to outside sellers as soon as mid-December, citing interest from retailers as well as consumers.
Ravi Shankar: 'The Godfather of World Music'
AFP Relax News, Published on 12/12/2012
» Ravi Shankar, who died on Wednesday aged 92, was the world's most famous sitar player, who popularised classical Indian music abroad largely through his work with The Beatles' George Harrison.
Sri Lanka, Rio de Janeiro and Seoul top 3 destinations to visit in 2013: British Airways
AFP Relax News, Published on 12/12/2012
» UK-based carrier British Airways asked a panel of experts to compile a list of the top 13 new destinations and popular favorite places to visit in 2013. The experts used company data to determine the hottest destinations for next year.
Soothe babies with sweetness during vaccinations
AFP Relax News, Published on 13/12/2012
» New research finds that the best way to calm infants during vaccinations is to cater to their sweet tooth.
Gillian Anderson to play Hannibal Lecter's therapist on NBC
AFP Relax News, Published on 14/12/2012
» Gillian Anderson, who played X-Files lead Dana Scully, will be part of the cast of Hannibal, a new series set to debut in early 2013 on NBC.
Emirates launches first flight to popular Phuket
AFP Relax News, Published on 14/12/2012
» This week Emirates launched its first commercial flight between Dubai and Phuket.
Beer to go high brow in 2013: trend report
AFP Relax News, Published on 14/12/2012
» Craft beer menus curated for fine dining restaurants, sweet wines like Moscato and keg wines are among some of the beverage trends predicted to shape the way consumers drink in 2013.
Never mind the Mayans: US 'preppers' ready for anything
AFP Relax News, Published on 17/12/2012
» The Mayan end of the world is the last thing on Jay Blevins' mind, but if it happens, he and his family are more than ready for it.