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CBS News Sunday Morning: Condi Rice Reflects

 

Advertisement Dec. 26, 2008   Hello, everyone,   We are now less than a month away from the end of George W. Bush’s two-term presidency. A lot has happened in that time, including the 9/11 attacks, the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and the global economic meltdown, just to mention a few. During the past eight years, one person has been a consistent player within Mr. Bush’s administration, Condoleezza Rice. Correspondent Rita Braver sits down with the Secretary of State to discuss the state of the world, her place in history, and some of Ms. Rice’s personal joys, such as playing the piano.   Pianist Michael Feinstein is doing his part to preserve the nation’s history in song. He is compiling music from the 1930s to the 1960s, all part of the American songbook, which he hopes to keep alive for generations to come. He’ll be ringing in the New Year with correspondent Russ Mitchell, singing some of those old favorites.   We’ll be saluting some old favorites as well. Charles Osgood will give a hearty “Hail and Farewell” to the people we lost this year who touched our lives in so many different ways.   Nancy Giles and Mo Rocca will be stopping by to share their thoughts on New Year’s resolutions, and Bill Geist will take to the heavens to introduce us to some folks who have given new meaning to the term “high dining.”   All that and more, this Sunday Morning. Listen for our trumpet! CBS Evening News  |  The Early Show  |  48 Hours  |  60 Minutes  |  CBS Sunday Morning  |  Face The Nation  |  Up To The Minute U.S.  |  World  |  Politics  |  Sci-Tech  |  Health  |  Entertainment  |  Business  |  Sports  |  Strange  |  Travel  |  Opinion  |  Blogs Videos  |  In-Depth & Photos  |  Puzzles & Toons  |  Mobile Services  |  E-Mail Services  |  RSS Feeds  |  Podcasts Help  |  Advertise  |  Terms Of Service  |  Privacy Statement To unsubscribe or change your subscription options, click here. Contact: Email Administrator, CBSNews.com, 524 W. 57th St., Room 514/1, New York, NY, 10019 ©MMVIII, CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved.

About Today: Is It Really on Sale?

Today In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Jen Hubley The holidays are about halfway over. If you, like me, are sitting in the middle of a pile of crumpled wrapping paper, blowing wanly into a noisemaker, it might do you good to turn your thoughts toward the second-most wonderful time of the year: After-holiday sales.   In the Spotlight Is It Really on Sale? I'm a sucker for a sale. I also tend to believe signs, which can be a problem. Just because your local retailer claims something's on sale, doesn't necessarily mean it's true. Here's how to tell if you're getting the real deal.              More Topics 6 Ways to Recycle Christmas Trees Trees and Shrubs Top Political Stories of 2008 US Politics How to Clean Your House with Lemons Housekeeping Should You Bail on Your House? Home Buying / Selling Take Great Pictures in Cold Weather Photography Dress Right for Outdoor Exercise Sports Medicine 10 Ways to Be a Good Guest Entertaining How to Get a Deal During the Sales Rush The best tip is to think ahead. Now is a perfect time to stock up on holiday stuff for next year. For example, by the end of today, my Mom will have enough wrapping paper to wrap your house inside and out, and she'll get it for about 35 cents.   Make the Most of After-Christmas Sales Hitting the sales today? Here's how to work the system. Do your homework ahead of time and don't forget those coupons. (Mine are usually in my other purse.)     Sponsored Links   Best Moves in a Bad Economy Save & Invest the Right Way Find out how to beat a bear market, make smart choices, and keep your cool even when the economy is unpredictable. Today Ads Diet Recipes Christmas Card Low Calorie Food Child Weight Chart Food Recipes Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Arts & Entertainment Automotive Careers Citysearch Cities & Towns Computing & Technology Education Food & Drink Health & Fitness History Hobbies & Games Homework Help House & Home Industry & Business Magazines Money News & Issues Parenting & Family People & Relationships Religion & Spirituality Shopping & Style Small Business Sports Teens Travel Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter as fpac.rangola@BLOGGER.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=todaysl&e=fpac.rangola@BLOGGER.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.

VOA Africa News Summary

Here are today's top stories from VOA Africa. To listen or watch one of our programs or to read more visit our website at www.voaafrica.com.

Tens of Thousands Attend Conte Funeral Leader of this week's coup in Guinea, Moussa Camara, had promised 'grandiose funeral' for Lansana Conte, who ruled the country for nearly 25 years Analyst Hopeful Military Rulers Would Transform Guinea Into a Democratic Society   Lansine Kaba, professor emeritus of history and African and African American studies at the University of Illinois says Guineans want their country to be transformed like Mali and Ghana Zimbabwe Police Defy High Court Order Lawyers representing detained pro-democracy activists, officials of Movement for Democratic Change say police have refused to release any of those who Harare High Court ordered freed on Christmas Eve Zimbabwe Humanitarian Crisis Includes Hunger, Cholera, HIV/AIDS   Ngo ActionAid says problems are inter-related Zimbabwe's Main Opposition Calls for Resignation of Police Commissioner   MDC spokesman Nelson Chamisa says commissioner Augustine Chihuri has shown wanton disrespect for the rule of law China Launches Anti-Piracy Mission   Three Chinese ships head to Gulf of Aden to escort, protect merchant vessels Some Somalis Demand Ethiopian Troops Withdrawal   Some Somalis are demanding Ethiopian troops leave the country and replaced by a United Nations peacekeeping force despite the UN secretary general's rejection of such a move. Ghana Closes Borders Ahead of Sunday's Run-off Election   Ghana will today (Friday) close its borders with three neighboring countries ahead of Sunday's election run-off. E-mail: Forward this E-mail Click here to unsubscribe from the VOA Daily World News Summary2 If you have questions about this E-mail newsletter send an e-mail to: voanews@voanews.com

New Year's Eve Party: Champagne Picks Under $20 and an Easy Caviar Appetizer in Minutes

Food December 26, 2008 - Newsletter
New Year's Eve Party Budget bubblies and easy appetizers for a deliciously sparkling time Ready to ring in 2009? Don't waste your money on an overpriced night out—invite friends and family over for a New Year's bash of your own. Try our recipes for party-ready appetizers and cocktails, like super-easy caviar hors d'oeuvres (the secret is store-bought blinis) or an elegant but simple to make champagne fondue. And of course, no New Year's Eve is complete without the bubbly. See our picks for budget-friendly sparkling wines—they're delicious, festive and incredibly affordable (most under $20!). More end-of-the-year ideas: Easy New Year's Eve party menu Host a New Year's Eve wine-tasting party New Year's Day brunch Quick breakfast ideas for New Year's Day Visit our message boards | Watch our videos | Find recipes  What Are You Drinking? How many hot dogs, burgers and donuts did you "drink" last night? Find out here! Find out what you've been drinking Read our Food Rush blog | Read our Supermarket Guru blog | Find recipes  The Big Dipper Recipe Contest Enter your delicious dip recipe for a chance to win dinner and the Sunday Night Football Cookbook! Contest ends January 7, 2009, enter now!  Maybelline New York Look Sweepstakes Enter the Maybelline™ New York Look Sweepstakes. One lucky winner will be chosen each week for a chance to win goodies galore from Maybelline New York (estimated retail value: $150)! ADVERTISEMENT	VIDEO Cheese crackers, savory pastries, and more Microwave rice, fruit glaze, and more Organic lemonade, lime tortilla chips, and more NEWSLETTERS Click to sign up in one click! Heart Health: Need-to-know information for a healthy heart What's for Dinner: Weekday recipes & weekend menu ideas Home: Ideas to help you love where you live More free newsletters... ADVERTISEMENT
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