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• Nov 8, 2011

  Dr. Conrad Murray Verdict: Defense Will Appeal After Nov. 29 Sentencing

  Less than 24 hours after cardiologist Dr. Conrad Murray was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in the death of pop superstar Michael Jackson, his attorneys are already planning an appeal, but will first prepare for Murray's sentencing on Nov. 29.

• Nov 8, 2011

  Earthquake Today in California, Oklahoma: What to Do When an Earthquake Strikes

  Over the past week, the world has been seeing a remarkable increase in seismic activity, with earthquakes being reported all over the globe. Just this weekend, Oklahoma had a record 23 quakes hit the state, with the first one on Saturday being its strongest yet at a magnitude of 5.6.

• Nov 8, 2011

  UK Partially Lifts Ban Excluding Gay Men From Donating Blood

  A ban that once restricted all gay men from donating blood in the United Kingdom has been partially lifted by the Department of Health after a recent study conducted by the advisory committee on the Safety of Blood, Tissues and Organs concluded that it had no reason to exclusively ban gay men from donating.

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  Nov 8, 2011

  Dr. Conrad Murray Verdict: Jackson Family Calls Guilty Verdict a 'Victory'

  Relatives of international pop superstar Michael Jackson were overjoyed yesterday as a guilty verdict was delivered in the case of Dr. Conrad Murray, as were the thousands of fans that showed up outside of the courthouse Monday afternoon to show support for the late singer.

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  Nov 7, 2011

  Texas Judge 'Beating Video,' Child Rearing Book Spur Debate on Discipline Versus Child Abuse

  The recent video that has been circulating on the Internet of Texas Judge William Adams beating his 16-year-old daughter with a leather belt has done more than spark outrage and disgust from members of the online community. It has now sparked a debate on parenting skills and the appropriateness of corporal punishment.

• Nov 7, 2011

  Black Friday 2011 Ad for Kohl's Contains Over 500 Doorbusters

  Kohl's, which recently followed suit of popular retailers such as Target and Macy's in deciding to open its doors at midnight on Black Friday this year, has leaked its 64-page ad for one of the busiest days of the holiday shopping season.

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  Nov 7, 2011

  Joel Osteen Welcomes Oprah Winfrey, Tyler Perry to Lakewood Church (VIDEO)

  Television mogul Oprah Winfrey and stage and movie producer Tyler Perry created a stir with a surprise appearance at Pastor Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, Sunday for an 11 a.m. service.

• Nov 7, 2011

  Penn State Scandal: Administrators Face Perjury for Failure to Report Child Sex Abuse Claims

  Two Penn State administrators were facing charges Monday of perjury and failing to report suspected child abuse involving the school's former defense coordinator, Jerry Sandusky.

• Nov 7, 2011

  Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez Break Up? Star Addresses Baby Rumors at MTV EMAs

  Teen pop sensation Justin Bieber addressed recent rumors that he fathered a baby with 20-year-old Mariah Yeater after his win for best pop video yesterday at MTV's EMAs.

• Nov 4, 2011

  Twitter Fans Want 'Justice for Michael Jackson,' Seek Guilty Verdict in Dr. Conrad Murray Trial

  As the jury deliberates the fate of Dr. Conrad Murray, the cardiologist facing involuntary manslaughter in the death of pop superstar Michael Jackson, fans of the late singer are taking to Twitter to express their hopes for a guilty verdict.