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Jumbo snow globes + sunlight = consumer hazard 1:33pm EST

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Some 7,000 jumbo-sized snow globes were recalled by Hallmark Cards Inc. because the holiday decorations can act as a magnifying glass when exposed to sunlight and ignite nearby combustible materials, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Tuesday.  Full Article

 
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Trapped passengers evacuate ferris wheel 1:35pm EST 

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - More than 100 passengers stranded for six hours on the world's largest ferris wheel were being evacuated and given medical treatment in Singapore after the attraction ground to a halt Tuesday.  Full Article 

Burger scented cologne is sold out

Dec 23 - Burger King's new meat-inspired cologne is sold out, and it's commanding fat prices on ebay.  Play Video

 
Strange and unusual

Our photographers sometimes capture moments that are strange and offbeat. Here's a recent sampling.  Slideshow 

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Dustin Hoffman finds "Last Chance" for love

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - At 71, Dustin Hoffman says he will never retire from acting, but he may have to look far beyond the Hollywood that made him famous to find the roles he relishes as he ages.  Full Article 

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