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SL550: High-tech and fast

Submitted by Fox First at Ten on September 19th

By ANN M. JOBFor The Associated Press The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL550 roadster is faster, more fuel efficient, bigger and yet significantly lighter than its predecessor and aggressively styled on the outside to evoke SLs of the 1950s. But the high-tech and luxury features of this new, sixth-

Lofty NYC art venue is not for the faint-hearted

Submitted by Fox First at Ten on September 19th

By ULA ILNYTZKYAssociated Press NEW YORK (AP) - Most New Yorkers can only dream of an apartment like this. Spectacular views of midtown Manhattan. An iconic work of art in the living room. Prime Columbus Circle location. That 70-foot climb from the ground floor could be a problem, though. And

Chicago Mayor: Schools Deal An 'Honest Compromise'

Submitted by Fox First at Ten on September 19th

CHICAGO (AP) - Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is calling the tentative agreement that led to the end of the city's teacher's strike "an honest compromise." Emanuel told a Tuesday evening news conference that union delegate's decision to suspend the seven-day strike after

Japan gets cold feet on total nuclear phase-out

Submitted by Fox First at Ten on September 19th

By MARI YAMAGUCHIAssociated Press TOKYO (AP) - Japan's Cabinet on Wednesday stopped short of committing to phase out nuclear power by 2040, backtracking from an advisory panel's recommendations in the face of opposition from pro-nuclear businesses and groups. The decision came the same

Federal judges grill lawyers over DNA sample law

Submitted by Fox First at Ten on September 19th

By PAUL ELIASAssociated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - A California deputy attorney general, defending a state law requiring everyone arrested for a felony to provide a genetic sample, endured tough questioning Wednesday from members of an 11-judge federal appeals court panel. At least three of the

Tot tablets, retro brands are Toys R Us 'hot toys'

Submitted by Fox First at Ten on September 19th

By MAE ANDERSONAP Retail Writer NEW YORK (AP) - It's still technically summer, but for some it's not too soon to think about what the kiddies will want for the holidays. Toys R Us has come out with its annual "hot toy" list that includes tablets for kids, fashion dolls in the likeness

Tot tablets, retro brands are Toys R Us 'hot toys'

Submitted by Fox First at Ten on September 19th

Japan Airlines up slightly in Tokyo trading debut

Submitted by Fox First at Ten on September 19th

By ELAINE KURTENBACHAP Business Writer TOKYO (AP) - Japan Airlines Co. capped an $8.5 billion initial public offering, the biggest this year after Facebook's, with a modest return to the Tokyo Stock Exchange: Its share price rose only 1 percent in the first day of trading. The shares closed

10 Things to Know for Wednesday

Submitted by Fox First at Ten on September 19th

By The Associated Press Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about Wednesday: 1. BACK TO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY FOR CHICAGO KIDS Teachers and the mayor hail the proposed pact, reached after a dispute focusing on evaluations and job security. 2.

Army tests body armor tailored for female soldiers

Submitted by Fox First at Ten on September 19th

By KRISTIN M. HALLAssociated Press FORT CAMPBELL, Ky. (AP) - Female soldiers from Fort Campbell deploying to Afghanistan will field test the first Army body armor that is shorter and better tailored specifically to fit women's physiques. Members of a female engagement team from the 101st