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• Success! Charter chain convinced city to give it middle-school space, honcho says

  19-12-2014 23:49
  
  See this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Danielle FurfaroThe Brooklyn PaperA powerful charter school chain has successfully pressured the city into giving it space to set up new middle schools and fifth-grade classrooms within public-school buildings in Williamsburg and Cobble Hill, an executive with the company said.
  
  Success Academy announced the city had reached a deal moments before the company was set to hold a protest on the steps of city hall on Thursday decrying what it claimed was the cit
  
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• 2 Armstrong associates settle lawsuit with Landis

  19-12-2014 23:28
  
  2 Lance Armstrong associates settle lawsuit with Floyd Landis
  
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• Sony on shelving 'The Interview': 'We had no choice'

  19-12-2014 23:17
  
  Sony defends shelving of 'The Interview' after Obama criticism: 'We had no choice'
  
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• Sony Pictures defends decision to shelve 'The Interview,' says "We had no choice."

  19-12-2014 23:00
  
  Sony Pictures defends decision to shelve 'The Interview,' says "We had no choice."
  
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• 9 films advance in Oscars shortlist for best foreign film

  19-12-2014 22:55
  
  'Force Majeure,' 'Ida,' more, advance in Oscars shortlist for best foreign film
  
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• New Year’s revolution: Countdown to 2015 coming to Coney Island

  19-12-2014 22:40
  Note: More media content is available for this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Max JaegerThe Brooklyn PaperChampagne, a midnight kiss, and a … Nathan’s hot dog?
  
  The Coney Island Boardwalk will host a massive New Year’s Eve celebration on Dec. 31, Borough President Adams announced on Dec. 18, and he promised the party would have many happy returns.
  
  “We are starting a Brooklyn tradition,” Adams said in front of the iconic Parachute Jump, which will be the centerpiece
  
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• Sony faces 4th ex-employee lawsuit over hack

  19-12-2014 22:38
  
  4th set of ex-employees sue Sony over data breach, including former technology director
  
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• More than 4 million people watched 1st dog telethon

  19-12-2014 22:38
  
  4,400 people file adoption papers for dogs seen on first ever Fox Dog-A-Thon for rescue dogs
  
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• Sony defends shelving 'Interview' after Obama criticism

  19-12-2014 22:21
  
  Sony defends shelving of 'The Interview' after Obama criticism: 'We have not backed down'
  
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• LA airport OKs $4B link from terminals to trains

  19-12-2014 22:15
  
  Los Angeles Airport OKs $4B plan to build 'people mover' link from terminals to trains
  
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• NY pain doctor gets prison in manslaughter case

  19-12-2014 21:58
  
  NY pain doctor gets 10-plus years' prison in manslaughter case of patients' overdoses
  
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• FUZZY BROOKLYN: Yappy holidays: Fort Greene pet store hosts canine Christmas party

  19-12-2014 21:57
  See this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Matthew PerlmanThe Brooklyn PaperHere comes Santa Paws.
  
  The Fort Greene pet store Who’s Your Doggy held its annual holiday party on Thursday night, rewarding two and four-legged customers with treats and a Christmas-themed photo both, complete with canine-sized Santa hats. One regular customer said the shop is more than just a place to buy Kibbles ’n’ Bits.
  
  “It’s really a community hub for pet and dog owners in the area,̶
  
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• AP Interview: Coelho says Sony hack threatens all

  19-12-2014 21:56
  
  AP Interview: Coelho says Sony hack threatens us all if society lives in fear
  
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• Obama says North Korea hacked Sony, vows response

  19-12-2014 21:44
  
  Obama: Sony made mistake in shelving film under pressure by North Korea hackers; vows response
  
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• Celebrities react to latest Sony hack developments

  19-12-2014 21:40
  
  Celebrities and others react to latest Sony hack developments
  
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• 2 plays have reason to crow on Broadway this week

  19-12-2014 21:27
  
  2 plays _ 'The River' and 'It's Only a Play' _ can celebrate on Broadway: They're recouped
  
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• Sugarland, promoter settle with state fair victims

  19-12-2014 21:14
  
  Lawyers for people hurt in Indiana stage collapse reach settlement with Sugarland, Live Nation
  
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• Craig Ferguson's last 'good night' as 'Late Late Show' host

  19-12-2014 20:51
  
  Craig Ferguson's last 'Late Late Show' includes music, guest Jay Leno and a Bob Newhart cameo
  
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• Sponsors pay big bucks to join college bowl games

  19-12-2014 19:42
  
  Another blitz of college football bowl games kicks off with new roster of hefty sponsors
  
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• SUNSET PARK: Windmill of change: Brooklyn skyline gets a massive propeller

  19-12-2014 19:40
  
  Note: More media content is available for this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Max JaegerThe Brooklyn PaperA Sunset Park recycling facility is putting the finishing touches on Brooklyn’s first major windmill since the 19th century, and the city’s largest ever.
  
  Sims Metal Management is reviving the halcyon Dutch days with the massive propeller at its state-of-the-art Sunset Park Material Recovery Facility on Second Avenue at 30th Street. Kings County has its share of helix-shaped wind
  
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• Little-known book by pope outlines views, hopes for Cuba

  19-12-2014 19:37
  
  Little-known book by pope outlines views, hopes for Cuba in criticizing Castro regime, embargo
  
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• The AP's top 10 movies of the year

  19-12-2014 19:37
  
  'Ida,' 'Boyhood' lead The Associated Press' top 10 movies of the year
  
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• Hackers warn not to release 'The Interview' in any form

  19-12-2014 19:05
  
  Hackers warn not to release 'The Interview' in any form in new email to Sony
  
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• 2012 movie massacre hung over 'Interview' decision

  19-12-2014 18:50
  
  Decision to pull 'The Interview' likely influenced by Colorado shooting, ensuing lawsuits
  
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• Hackers gloat over 'The Interview' cancellation in new email

  19-12-2014 18:30
  
  Hackers gloat over 'The Interview' cancellation in new email to Sony Pictures
  
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• FBI blames North Korea for Sony hack

  19-12-2014 18:03
  
  FBI says it has conclusively linked North Korean government to devastating Sony hack
  
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• Key Profumo scandal figure Mandy Rice-Davies dies

  19-12-2014 18:02
  
  Mandy Rice-Davies, key figure in Cold War scandal that rocked British politics, dies at 70
  
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• Gold medalist Michael Phelps pleads guilty to DUI

  19-12-2014 17:56
  
  Olympic gold medal swimmer Michael Phelps pleads guilty to DUI charge 3 months after arrest
  
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• Olympic gold medal swimmer Michael Phelps pleads guilty to DUI charge 3 months after arrest

  19-12-2014 17:53
  
  Olympic gold medal swimmer Michael Phelps pleads guilty to DUI charge 3 months after arrest
  
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• Amazon, Macmillan reach multiyear deal

  19-12-2014 17:42
  
  Amazon and Macmillan agree on multiyear deal for print and electronic books
  
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• Year's top album is Sam Smith's 'In The Lonely Hour'

  19-12-2014 17:02
  
  'In The Lonely Hour,' '2014 Forest Hills Drive' top AP's 2014's best albums list
  
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• Kid Rock to perform pre-race concert at Daytona 500

  19-12-2014 16:57
  
  Revving up for album launch, Kid Rock to perform pre-race concert at Daytona 500
  
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• Year's top song is Beyonce, Sia's 'Pretty Hurts'

  19-12-2014 16:37
  
  Beyonce, Sia's 'Pretty Hurts' tops AP's list of 2014's best songs; Sam Smith, 'Bass' make list
  
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• KENSINGTON: Face-off! Roller-hockey players vie to save Kensington rink

  19-12-2014 16:09
  
  See this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Noah HurowitzThe Brooklyn PaperPuck that!
  
  Roller hockey players want the parks department to body-check a planned overhaul of DiGilio Playground on McDonald Avenue between Avenue F and 18th Avenue in Kensington that erases the park’s hockey rink, saying the feature is constantly in play.
  
  
  
  “We’re trying to stop it, or at least prolong it as long as possible,” said Lupo, who regularly straps on Rollerblades and plays at the rink on
  
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• WILLIAMSBURG: Hey, that’s an ice sled you’ve got there!

  19-12-2014 15:45
  See this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Danielle FurfaroThe Brooklyn PaperA group of elementary school kids had a blast on Wednesday evening at the McCarren Park ice rink, where they tried out new, handicap-accessible ice sleds.
  
  The kids who tried the sleds are able-bodied, but they still had a thrill on the ice.
  
  “At first, I wanted to go slow, and then I wanted to go faster,” said 7-year-old Nikita Troast.
  
  It was Troast’s first time on any kind of sled.
  
  “I liked it a
  
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• Actor Stephen Collins denies he's a pedophile in interview

  19-12-2014 13:32
  
  Actor Stephen Collins denies he's a pedophile, blaming actions on 'exhibitionistic urges'
  
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• Smashing Pumpkins' Corgan looks ahead, not back

  19-12-2014 13:22
  
  The band plays on: Billy Corgan keeps Smashing Pumpkins show on the road
  
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• Lennon & Maisy working on picture book

  19-12-2014 13:03
  
  Sisters Lennon & Maisy Stella working on picture book, scheduled for April release
  
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• Mistrial declared for man accused of stalking Ashanti

  19-12-2014 12:28
  
  Mistrial declared for man accused of stalking singer Ashanti; juror's illness cited
  
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• Hack attack spurs call for more NKorea sanctions

  19-12-2014 09:33
  
  Hack attack on Sony intensifying calls in US for stiffer sanctions on North Korea
  
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• Michael Phelps' DUI trial set Friday in Baltimore

  19-12-2014 09:06
  
  Olympic gold medal swimmer Michael Phelps' DUI trial set for Friday in Baltimore court
  
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• NYC event marks winter solstice with music parades

  19-12-2014 08:23
  
  NYC event marks winter solstice with musical parades where all are welcome to join in
  
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• Marathon bombing survivor in 'Yes to Dress' finale

  19-12-2014 07:59
  
  Bride who survived Boston Marathon bombings is featured in 'Say Yes to the Dress'
  
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• Stephen Colbert retires his 'Report' and the host he played

  19-12-2014 07:36
  
  Stephen Colbert retires his 'Report,' and the host he played, with wisecracks and a singalong
  
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• Companies' data security in question after Sony hack

  19-12-2014 06:15
  
  Companies on high alert as Sony hacking puts focus on corporate cybersecurity flaws
  
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• Parade will bring Appalachian dancing to Flatbush Avenue

  19-12-2014 06:00
  
  This is a good time to get caught flatfooted! Read more.
  
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• Other Brooklyn events at Make Music Winter

  19-12-2014 06:00
  
  Play along with radios, bicycle bells, and kalimbas. Read more.
  
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• MUSIC: Parade will bring Appalachian dancing to Flatbush Avenue

  19-12-2014 06:00
  
  See this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Matthew PerlmanThe Brooklyn PaperThis is a good time to get caught flatfooted!
  
  
  
  Flatbush Avenue will look and sound like part of the Appalachian trail on Dec. 21, when participatory music festival Make Music New York is inviting all Brooklynites to take part in a flatfooting parade that will begin at Central Library and tap its way to Barclays Center. One of the organizers said he appreciates the irony of the location.
  
  “It’s funny having it h
  
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• MUSIC: Other Brooklyn events at Make Music Winter

  19-12-2014 06:00
  
  See this story at BrooklynPaper.com.The Brooklyn Paper“Flat Foot Flatbush” isn’t the only event at the winter edition of Make Music New York bringing free participatory musical performances to the streets of Brooklyn this weekend. Here are the festival’s other Kings County celebrations.
  
  ‘Winterize’
  
  Returning to the festival for yet another year, this popular piece sees baritone singer Christopher Dylan Herbert perform Franz Schubert’s 1828 song cycle &
  
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• KENSINGTON: Faceoff! Roller-hockey players vie to save Kensington rink

  19-12-2014 06:00
  
  Note: More media content is available for this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Noah HurowitzThe Brooklyn PaperPuck that!
  
  Roller hockey players want the parks department to body-check a planned overhaul of DiGilio Playground on McDonald Avenue between Avenue F and 18th Avenue in Kensington that erases the park’s hockey rink, saying the feature is constantly in play.
  
  “We’re trying to stop it, or at least prolong it as long as possible,” said Lupo, who regularly straps on R
  
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