Lifestyles
Another attack leaves US Muslims fearing backlash
As word spread that a gunman had opened fire at Fort Hood leaving a trail of carnage, a chilling realization swept across the U.S. Muslim community: He has an Islamic name.
Nov 07, 2009 | 11:30 am
GET TOUCHY: Stay warm in style with fingerless tech gloves
It's not uncommon these days to have technology dictate fashion. So, it should come as no surprise that you can spend $33 on a pair of gloves with four digits missing.
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Snakeskin makes a statement
Whether it's bags, boots or blouses, the marbled, textured snakeskin look seems to be fashion's new favorite alternative to more traditional animal prints.
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Grab your Duffel, get going
It's almost a rite of passage for North Americans to go abroad in search of themselves. The rest of the world has been known to call us "ugly Americans."
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Like a Leapfish out of water
Ben Behrouzi came from the shadowy lead generation business, but some people in that field said he played too dirty. Now he's got a real-time search engine that just came out of beta today that's called Leapfish, and he says the company will report $10 million in revenue this year despite…
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Correction: Rick Warren-Reader's Digest story
In a Nov. 4 story about the end of a publishing partnership between pastor Rick Warren and Reader's Digest, The Associated Press erroneously reported that subscriptions to the Purpose Driven Connection totaled 2,500 to 5,000 per month. Subscriptions were growing by 2,500 to 5,000 per mont…
Nov 06, 2009 | 2:50 pm
Mosques step up security after Fort Hood rampage
U.S. mosques fearful of a backlash after the shooting rampage at Fort Hood, Texas are stepping up security.
Nov 06, 2009 | 1:00 pm
Augie student raises funds for TB clinic in Uganda
Troy Curtis was working in a hospital in the African nation of Uganda last summer when he noticed a patient with tuberculosis.
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Rick Warren, Reader's Digest part ways on project
A joint publishing venture between influential pastor Rick Warren and Reader's Digest magazine has collapsed less than a year after it was announced with great fanfare.
Nov 05, 2009 | 8:45 am
Quad-City libraries gear up for the 'New Moon'
Twilight-mania has hit Quad-City libraries hard as their staffers gear up for the release of "New Moon," the second movie installment based on the popular Stephenie Meyer series of books about vampires and romance.
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Remembrance Trees benefit hospice care
The Genesis Remembrance Trees in Davenport and Clinton celebrate the memories of loved ones and focus attention on the continuing need for hospice care in the Quad-City region.
Nov 04, 2009 | 2:15 pm | Loading…
The Alverno recognized for end-of-life program
The Alverno Health Care Facility, Clinton, Iowa, was recognized by the Iowa Health Care Association for its specialized End of Life Program.
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Pet first aid class helps owners, pets in emergencies
The American Red Cross of the Quad-Cities Area will offer pet first aid classes in November and December.
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Seniors invited to free health program
Area seniors are invited to a free health event, "Get Up and Move," from 11 a.m. to noon Nov. 12 at the Roosevelt Activity Center, 1220 Minnie Ave., Davenport.
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Religion News in Brief
An Ohio village's Christmas parade has been canceled amid concerns over possible lawsuits, expected protests and logistical problems.
Nov 04, 2009 | 10:30 am
Top chefs land on Epicurious.com
Hundreds of recipes from the world's top chefs and cookbook authors soon will be available on the food site Epicurious.com.
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Folgers contest brings you home
Entries are being accepted for the Folgers Home for the Holidays Contest.
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Bickelhaupt hosts a Harvest of Soups
Bickelhaupt Arboretum in Clinton, Iowa, will host a Sampling Harvest of Soups from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Nov. 14.
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Seasonal beer is reintroduced
With the holiday season quickly approaching, Leinenkugel's Fireside Nut Brown returns, providing craft beer enthusiasts with a handcrafted seasonal brew made especially for this time of year.
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Gone to the dogs: LA church starts pet service
When the Rev. Tom Eggebeen took over as interim pastor at Covenant Presbyterian Church three years ago, he looked around and knew it needed a jump start.
Nov 04, 2009 | 8:50 am
