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Bram Stoker books: 9 things you didn't know about the 'Dracula' author
Bram Stoker is the godfather of the vampire craze, but the writer is often a mystery to modern readers. Here are 9 facts you probably don't know about the author.
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3 outstanding 2012 novels
Three outstanding novels about protagonists who travel far to fight for those they love.
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5 games to look for at E3 2012
The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) is one of the most anticipated video game shows of the year. This time around, developers and designers from companies such as Activision and Electronic Arts will be showcasing their new and unreleased products among about 200 registered exhibitors. Here are five games to look for this year – but we also want to hear from you. Let us know about your most anticipated titles in the comments.
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Briefing
Facebook IPO: five things to know before buying the stock
About 1 out of every 8 people on the planet have a Facebook account. Now, with the arrival of a public stock offering, all those people have a chance to be part owners of this social hub. Should you buy? Here are five things to consider.
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The Masters: 12 women candidates for Augusta National membership
The Augusta National Golf Club has steadfastly refused to alter its all-male membership. But circumstances may soon cause the gender barrier to break, and if it does there are several women who might be good fits for the club.
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Horizons
Google Apps makes gains on Microsoft OfficeGoogle Apps was long seen as too lightweight to be a competitor to Microsoft Office. But Google Apps has added features and maintained a low price over the years, and now the cloud software suite is starting to tempt companies away from Microsoft Office.
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The Reformed Broker
Three predictions for 2013Investors' moves to ETFs, emerging market debt, and the next generation of high-tech startups are three themes for the new year.
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Should estate tax rise in a 'fiscal cliff' deal? Why some ultra-rich say yes.
While much of the focus in the 'fiscal cliff' debate has been on income taxes, the group of wealthy Americans says an estate tax 'promotes democracy by slowing the concentration of wealth and power.'
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Mali's army dumps another government, this one led by ex-NASA scientist
Cheikh Modibo Diarra, an astrophysicist who has worked for NASA, abruptly resigned today as Mali’s interim prime minister following his arrest last night by the country’s powerful army.
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Mali's ex-rocket-scientist prime minister forced to quit by army (+video)
Cheikh Modibo Diarra's forced resignation at the hands of the military complicates African efforts to challenge Al-Qaeda-linked Islamists that hold the country's north.
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Kindle for kids: Amazon pitches tablet books, videos aimed at youngsters
Kindle FreeTime Unlimited offers all-you-can-eat access to children's videos, games, and books for a monthly fee. The service will run through the Kindle Fire tablet.
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Change Agent
Black Friday, Cyber Monday ... now Giving TuesdayA national campaign to brand the Tuesday after Thanksgiving as an annual day of giving is a product of the digital age, steeped in social media, with its own Twitter hashtag: #GivingTuesday.
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Want a sneak peek at the next Xbox? Look at the Xbox 360.
Microsoft keeps adding reasons to turn on the Xbox 360. Do these new features actually lay the groundwork for the next Xbox?
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Horizons
Next Xbox will include Blu-ray, Kinect 2.0, and AR glasses: reportA British magazine has published details on the next Microsoft Xbox video game console. Just don't call it the Xbox 720.
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Saving Money
Black Friday 2012: the best gaming and toy deals so farBlack Friday is a great time to get amazing deals on the best new video games and toys. Check out the lastest in gaming and toy deals for Black Friday 2012.
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Horizons
Nintendo Wii U review roundupThe Nintendo Wii U launched over the weekend, and while critics generally like the new Nintendo machine, a few key features fall short.
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Horizons
Wii U, Nintendo's long-awaited successor to the Wii, hits stores on SundayThe Nintendo Wii U will sell at two different price points – $299 and $349 – and launch with 23 titles, including Super Mario Bros. U.
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Black Ops 2 blasts past $500 million in sales – in 24 hoursBlack Ops 2, the newest Call of Duty shooter from Activision, is likely to be the most successful game of the 2012 holiday season.
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Google TV voice control: Now, yelling at your TV actually worksGoogle HQ has rolled out a new update for Google TV that includes voice commands and better YouTube integration.
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Weeks after launch of Windows 8, Microsoft's Windows guru waves goodbyeWindows and Windows Live President Steven Sinofsky is leaving Microsoft. What's behind his exit?
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Home Depot soars, stocks fall in uneven trading
Home Depot earnings beat expectations, sending its stock up 3.6 percent. Despite signal of housing recovery from Home Depot results, 'fiscal cliff' in US and postponement of aid package for Greece drag down broader market.
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With Windows Phone 8, Microsoft finds a middle way
Windows Phone 8 doesn't feel like Apple or Android, though it's borrowed good ideas from both.
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Bram Stoker books: 9 things you didn't know about the 'Dracula' author
Bram Stoker is the godfather of the vampire craze, but the writer is often a mystery to modern readers. Here are 9 facts you probably don't know about the author.
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Horizons
Is Microsoft building an Xbox Surface gaming tablet?A gaming-specific Xbox Surface tablet is reportedly on the way from Microsoft.
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Netflix uses 'poison pill' to prevent hostile takeover
Netflix is making moves to prevent a hostile takeover from billionaire Carl Icahn, who disclosed a nearly 10 percent stake in the company. Netflix adopted a poison pill defense, aimed at preventing an outsider without board approval from acquiring too large a stake in Netflix.
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Patents suit filed against Microsoft's Windows 8
Patents suit involves Windows 8 use of tiles. SurfCast claims it developed dynamic tiles used by Windows 8. Microsoft, a veteran of patents suit, says it can prove the claims are without merit.
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Horizons
Windows 8 is a go. Now which Windows device to buy?Windows 8 tablet? Laptop? Finding a Windows 8 device to love.
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Windows 8 tiles infringed on our patent, says SurfCastA Maine company claims that Microsoft used its live tile technology in Windows 8.
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Global News Blog
China's leadership shakeup: Am I an unfortunate casualty?I've been trying – and trying – to reinstall software I need to freely access the Web in China. I increasingly suspect I'm doing battle with state-sponsored hackers ahead of the sensitive party congress.
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Apple replaces heads of software, retail
Following the launch of their flawed mapping software, Apple's CEO announced the company will replace two top executives, the head of software, responsible for Apple Maps and Siri, as well as the head of retail.
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