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• Subways, buses, Metro-North, LIRR to shut down at 11 p.m.

  26-01-2015 23:14
  
  New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has declared a State of Emergency for New York City, Westchester, Long Island and other counties in anticipation of the incoming blizzard. Subway service in New York City will be severely reduced beginning at 7 p.m. and will shut down by 11 p.m. Metro-North and Long Island Rail Road will also shut down at 11 p.m.
  
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• Chris Brown, Trey Songz, Maroon 5 will play at Izod Center

  26-01-2015 23:09
  
  Before it closes, Chris Brown, Trey Songz and Maroon 5 will play at Izod Center
  
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• Russians in New York charged in spy ring case

  26-01-2015 22:48
  
  Three Russian citizens were charged Monday in connection with a Cold War-style Russian spy ring that tried to recruit New York City residents as intelligence sources, authorities said. The defendants were directed by Russian authorities "to gather intelligence on, among other subjects, potential United States sanctions against Russian banks and the United States' efforts to develop alternative energy resources," according to a complaint.
  
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• As storm rushes in, airlines cancel while salt sellers gain

  26-01-2015 22:21
  
  A huge Northeastern snowstorm shuts down some businesses but pumps up sales at others
  
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• Lawyers: Melissa Rivers files lawsuit in mother Joan's death

  26-01-2015 22:12
  
  Melissa Rivers files lawsuit against NYC clinic in mother Joan Rivers' death, lawyers say
  
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• Broadway theaters shutter as snowstorm blasts New York City

  26-01-2015 22:09
  
  Broadway theaters shutter as snowstorm blasts New York City; 27 plays, musicals close
  
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• New York police official testifies about bin Laden interview

  26-01-2015 22:03
  
  TV reporter-turned-top NY police official testifies at terror trial about bin Laden interview
  
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• 'American Sniper' maintains lead position at box office

  26-01-2015 21:56
  
  'American Sniper' maintains lead position at weekend box office by earning $64.6 million
  
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• Colombian hometown for Miss Universe celebrating

  26-01-2015 21:51
  
  Colombian hometown for Miss Universe celebrating with pride in her victory
  
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• Colombians celebrate Miss Universe title

  26-01-2015 21:13
  
  Colombians show off pride over Miss Universe title
  
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• McCain gives thumbs up to 'American Sniper' movie

  26-01-2015 20:56
  
  McCain gives thumbs up to 'American Sniper' movie, laments those disparaging film
  
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• Sundance First Look: New doc goes inside Kurt Cobain's head

  26-01-2015 20:16
  
  Sundance First Look: Explosive doc goes inside Kurt Cobain's head
  
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• Cumberbatch says sorry for calling black actors 'colored'

  26-01-2015 20:00
  
  Benedict Cumberbatch says he feels like an 'idiot' for referring to black actors as 'colored'
  
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• Your Chance to Work at NBA All-Star Week

  26-01-2015 19:49
  NBA All-Star Week is coming to New York City next month, with Barclays Center playing host to several activities including the Sprite Slam Dunk Competition, Foot Locker Three-Point Contest, and Taco Bell Skills Challenge (the All-Star Game itself will be held at Madison Square Garden on February 15th). But the crush of celebrities, media, and fans that will descend on New York for the festivities presents a logistical challenge. How to ensure it all runs smoothly?
  
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• New York City public schools closed Tuesday

  26-01-2015 19:45
  
  All New York City Public Schools are closed Tuesday, January 27 due to the blizzard expected to arrive late Monday. As much as two feet of snow and strong winds are anticipated as a historic storm moves into the New York City area. "The school decision is never an easy one. We wanted to make sure we were clear about this weather pattern," said de Blasio. "Parents clearly got the message (Sunday.)"
  
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• A murder at the edge of the world takes 'Fortitude' to crack

  26-01-2015 19:22
  
  A murder at the edge of the world takes 'Fortitude' to crack in gripping miniseries on Pivot
  
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• Broadway's 'Curious Incident of the Dog' recoups capital

  26-01-2015 18:57
  
  Broadway's 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time' recoups its capitalization
  
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• Major service changes for subways, Metro-North, LIRR, PATH

  26-01-2015 18:49
  
  Gov. Andrew Cuomo has declared a State of Emergency for New York City, Westchester, Long Island and other counties in anticipation of the blizzard.  Subway service in New York City will be severely reduced beginning at 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Metro-North and Long Island Rail Road will be shut down beginning at 11 p.m.  PATH service will continue on a regular schedule until 9 p.m. and then go on a weekend schedule.  A travel ban is being considered on all main roads beginning at 11 p.m.
  
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• Emma Watson to star in live-action 'Beauty and the Beast'

  26-01-2015 18:43
  
  Emma Watson to star as Belle in Disney's live-action remake of 'Beauty and the Beast'
  
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• Punk band tells Gov. Walker: 'We literally hate you'

  26-01-2015 18:32
  
  Punk band Dropkick Murphys asks Gov. Walker to stop playing song, say 'We literally hate you'
  
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• Broadway theaters keep their lights on amid blizzard warning

  26-01-2015 18:20
  
  Broadway theaters keep lights on despite impending blizzard making a snowy mess of New York
  
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• Full jury seated to hear murder trial of Aaron Hernandez

  26-01-2015 17:36
  
  Full jury seated for murder trial of ex-New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez
  
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• Author of Twitter best-seller working on Silk Road book

  26-01-2015 17:31
  
  Twitter best-seller author, NYT columnist Nick Bilton, working on book about Silk Road
  
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• In Crown Heights, Egyptian Street Food and a Side of Acupuncture

  26-01-2015 16:48
  
  When I first saw that the old Chinese restaurant on Franklin Avenue near Carroll Street–the kind that used to have... Read More… Read More
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• 'Jersey Belle' star writing memoir, planned for fall release

  26-01-2015 15:47
  
  Keeping it real: 'Jersey Belle' star Jaime Primak Sullivan writing memoir for fall release
  
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• Image of Asia: Greeting Johnny Depp at the Tokyo airport

  26-01-2015 15:02
  
  Image of Asia: Greeting Johnny Depp upon arrival at the Tokyo airport
  
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• Trainor and Styles write a duet about heartbreak

  26-01-2015 15:02
  
  Singer Meghan Trainor and One Direction star Harry Styles share heartbreak to write a duet
  
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• Timeline for Blizzard of 2015

  26-01-2015 14:49
  
  What makes a blizzard a blizzard? There is specific criteria that must be met for a storm to be declared a blizzard. For starters, snow fall must reduce visibility to ¼ mile or less. Wind speeds or gusts must reach more than 35 mph. Conditions must last at least three hours. For the blizzard of 2015, that criteria is expected to be satisfied beginning Midnight Tuesday.
  
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• Matthew Reilly writes action-packed 'Great Zoo of China'

  26-01-2015 14:34
  
  Book Review: Action is overwhelming in Matthew Reilly's 'The Great Zoo of China'
  
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• Cuban youth build secret computer network despite Wi-Fi ban

  26-01-2015 14:19
  
  Cuban youth build secret computer network that allows 1000s to play games, chat, share media
  
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• Book tells of gang-related homicides in black neighborhoods

  26-01-2015 14:13
  
  A detective's search for justice for victims of gang-related homicide in black ghettos of LA
  
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• Top 5 snow storms in NYC area

  26-01-2015 14:01
  
  The 'blizzard of 2015' could break the record for all-time snowfall in Manhattan.  The worst storm ever to hit the area was measured in Central Park in 2006. The blizzard in February of that year walloped the city with 26.9 inches of snow.  The second worst storm was in late December 1947. 25.8 inches of snow crippled the city in just hours.
  
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• Renowned Greek singer Demis Roussos dead at 68

  26-01-2015 13:57
  
  Renowned Greek singer Demis Roussos dies at age 68 in Athens
  
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• AUSTRALIAN OPEN SCENE: NFL talk, Coach Navratilova

  26-01-2015 13:51
  
  AUSTRALIAN OPEN SCENE: Super Bowl chatting, Coach Navratilova, Serena Williams' (free) advice
  
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• 2015 SAG Awards

  26-01-2015 13:45
  
  The 21st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards were held Jan. 25, 2015 at The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California.
  
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• Athens hospital says renowned Greek singer Demis Roussos has died aged 68

  26-01-2015 13:37
  
  Athens hospital says renowned Greek singer Demis Roussos has died aged 68
  
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• Review: Good price, limited functions with online Sling TV

  26-01-2015 12:15
  
  Review: Online Sling TV service offers good price, but not enough for most to cut cord
  
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• 'March: Book Two' shows all sides of civil rights movement

  26-01-2015 09:06
  
  Second part of Lewis' graphic novel 'March' portrays all sides of civil rights movement
  
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• Jury could be seated in murder trial of ex-Patriot Hernandez

  26-01-2015 08:44
  
  Jury could be seated in murder trial of ex-New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez
  
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• NFL, YouTube partner to post official clips to video site

  26-01-2015 06:13
  
  NFL, YouTube partner to post official clips and other programming to popular video site
  
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• Today in History

  26-01-2015 06:00
  
  Today in History
  
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• Rumble in the box! W’burg theater hosts Cardboard Robot Battle

  26-01-2015 06:00
  
  Talk about paper cuts! Read more.
  
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• A guide to Australian things in Brooklyn

  26-01-2015 06:00
  
  Cafes, bars, and more cafes! Also: dingoes. Read more.
  
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• First Look: Sundance doc pulls back curtain on Scientology

  26-01-2015 05:45
  
  Sundance First Look: Oscar winner Alex Gibney pulls back curtain on Scientology
  
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• SAG Awards win sends 'Birdman' Oscar hopes soaring

  26-01-2015 05:11
  
  SAG Awards win sends 'Birdman' Oscar hopes soaring, though Redmayne upsets Keaton
  
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• Miss Colombia crowned Miss Universe in Miami

  26-01-2015 05:11
  
  Miss Colombia Paulina Vega crowned Miss Universe, Miss USA named 1st runner-up
  
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• Miss USA, 4 others in finals for the Miss Universe crown

  26-01-2015 04:28
  
  Miss USA Nia Sanchez, 4 others stay in the running for Miss Universe crown at pageant in Miami
  
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• 'Birdman' tops SAG Awards, Redmayne upsets Keaton

  26-01-2015 04:21
  
  'Birdman' tops SAG Awards, though Eddie Redmayne upsets Michael Keaton
  
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• Quotes from the Screen Actors Guild Awards

  26-01-2015 04:11
  
  Quotes from the 21st Screen Actors Guild Awards
  
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• Complete list of winners at 21st annual SAG Awards

  26-01-2015 03:56
  
  A complete list of winners at the 21st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards
  
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