December 16, 2012
Compiled 05:45 GMT Global Update |
TOP NEWSChildren Were All Shot Multiple Times With a Semiautomatic, Officials SayBy JAMES BARRON
On
a day of anguish and mourning, other details emerged about how but not
why the devastating school attack in Connecticut had happened, including
acts of bravery during the maelstrom.
A Mother, a Gun Enthusiast and the First VictimBy MATT FLEGENHEIMER and RAVI SOMAIYA
Nancy
Lanza loved guns, and it was one from her collection that was
apparently used to take her life Friday, when her son went on a shooting
rampage.
Egypt Islamists Expect Approval of ConstitutionBy DAVID D. KIRKPATRICK and KAREEM FAHIM
The
main group aligned with President Mohamed Morsi predicted ratification
of a constitutional referendum after Egyptians voted peacefully and in
large numbers.
|
ArtsOpinion |
WORLDAn Afghan Mystery: Why Are Large Shipments of Gold Leaving the Country?By MATTHEW ROSENBERG
Officials
have said the "obvious suspicion" is that at least some of the apparent
growth in gold shipments to Dubai is tied to illicit activities that
have come to define Afghanistan's economy.
Foreign Minister Blames Sanctions for Syria's TroublesBy ANNE BARNARD and C. J. CHIVERS
Walid
al-Moallem called on the United Nations to push for lifting the measure
as government forces continued air and artillery strikes in the
Damascus suburbs.
Brazil Expands Mines to Drive Future, but Cost Is a Treasured Link to Its PastBy SIMON ROMERO
A
mining company is proceeding with a project that could help revive
Brazil's economy, but it would also destroy caves treasured by scholars
of Amazonian prehistoric human history.
BUSINESSQuiet Doctor, Lavish Insider: A Parallel LifeBy NATHANIEL POPPER and BILL VLASIC
While
he appeared a grandfatherly academic, Dr. Sidney Gilman advised a
network of Wall Street traders through SAC Capital and eventually
crossed the line into criminal behavior.
How to Attack the Gender Wage Gap? Speak UpBy JESSICA BENNETT
When
it comes to negotiating for better pay, women often hesitate, studies
show. But new programs around the United States are aiming to eliminate
those fears.
FundamentallyThe Economy and Stocks: A Big DisconnectBy PAUL J. LIM
Although
economic growth has been subpar this year, stock returns have been
healthy. It's another sign of how the economy can have nothing to do
with market performance.
TECHNOLOGYAt Activision, a Hero and Villain, Zapped Into OneBy AMY CHOZICK
Activision
Blizzard, which sells must-have video games like those in the Call of
Duty series, may be admired by Wall Street, but players often lash out
at the chief executive, Bobby Kotick.
BitsThis Is Your Life, as Recalled by an AppBy JENNA WORTHAM
Social
media emphasize the here and now. But some new services comb through
your digital history to send daily reminders of your previous postings -
happy or otherwise.
On Facebook, Bad With the GoodBy CHRISTINA VALHOULI
Some
say that breaking bad news on Facebook helps both sufferers and their
friends, while others find it an inappropriate way to reveal events like
divorces.
SPORTSWinter RoundupAmerican Skier Takes Home an Improbable VictoryBy THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
The
American Steven Nyman took advantage of changing conditions for an
unlikely win in a shortened World Cup downhill in Val Gardena, Italy,
because of heavy snowfall.
Soccer RoundupIn England, United and City Keep PaceBy THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Manchester
United stayed in control of the Premier League by beating Sunderland,
3-1, keeping Manchester City at arm's length after City won at Newcastle
by the same score.
U.S. Women Beat ChinaBy THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Abby
Wambach scored twice to help the United States close out the season
with a 4-1 exhibition victory over China in Boca Raton, Fla.
U.S. NEWSJustice Dept. Shelved Ideas to Improve Gun Background ChecksBy CHARLIE SAVAGE
In
2011, the Justice Department proposed an expansion of the
background-check system, but it remains unclear whether the Obama
administration will take on the powerful gun-rights lobby.
Soured History Hampers Talks Between Obama and BoehnerBy JACKIE CALMES and JONATHAN WEISMAN
President
Obama and House Speaker John A. Boehner have little regard for each
other's bargaining skills, with a relationship damaged by their failure
to reach a budget deal 18 months ago.
Clinton Is Recovering From a ConcussionBy MARK MAZZETTI and MICHAEL R. GORDON
Because
of a stomach virus, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton suffered a
concussion early last week after fainting and striking her head, the
State Department said.
OPINIONEditorialSending Natural Gas Abroad
The United States can make money and help the planet by lifting export restrictions.
OpinionThe Power of ConcentrationBy MARIA KONNIKOVA
We can learn a lot from the way Sherlock Holmes trains his mind.
Gray MatterThe Anxiety of Group SurvivalBy MICHAEL J. A. WOHL
Millions of us worry that the clans we belong to will one day disappear.
|