Mothers Protest Over 'Pinkification' Of Toys

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HEADLINE: Mothers Protest Over 'Pinkification' Of Toys
SOURCE LINK: http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/UK-News/Pink-Stinks-Campaign-Girls-Christmas-Toys-Can-Harm-Self-Esteem-Mothers-Abi-And-Emma-Moore-Claim/Article/200912115494856?lpos=UK_News_Third_Home_Page_Article_Teaser_Region__7&lid=ARTICLE_15494856_Pink_Stinks_Campaign%3A_Girls_Christmas_Toys_Can_Harm_Self_Esteem%2C_Mothers_Abi_And_Emma_Moore_Claim
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Two mothers have called for a boycott of a major toy seller in protest at the "pinkification" of girls' Christmas presents.
Twins Abi and Emma Moore want families, manufacturers and schools to think more carefully about the toys they provide.
They claim gifts which emphasise being pretty and dainty could contribute to low self-esteem and eating disorders.

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HEADLINE: Police: Man Arrested for Throwing Tomatoes at Palin
SOURCE LINK: http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/12/07/man-arrested-throwing-tomatoes-sarah-palin-police-say/?test=latestnews
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A man was arrested for allegedly throwing two tomatoes at Sarah Palin from the second floor balcony during a book signing event at the Mall of America in Minnesota, MyFoxTwinCities.com. reported.

Neither tomato came close hitting the former 2008 Republican vice presidential nominee, but did hit a police officer in the face, the station reported.

The unidentified man may face charges for assaulting a police officer, according to the station.

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HEADLINE: Funeral 2.0 comes with webcasts
SOURCE LINK: http://www.news.com.au/technology/australian-funeral-home-launches-webcast-service/story-e6frfro0-1225808070341
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THE internet has touched virtually every aspect of our daily lives.
Now the worldwide web has extended its reach into the afterlife as well.
In an Australian first, funeral director Tobin Brothers yesterday launched a new service offering families the option of webcasting their loved one's funeral.
The initiative allows those emotionally close to the deceased, but separated by distance, to "attend" a funeral service from anywhere in the world.
The company will even record the ceremony and offer it for playback online for up to 12 months.
A real-time messaging feature offers the option for those watching the funeral service to email a friend, post a message of condolence or light a tribute candle on the family's web page.

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