The News & Observer Rose expert David Austin helps return fragrance to mass-market roses | Don't call me a snob, but I don't want a dozen long-stemmed red roses for Valentine's Day. Flowers thrill me, but not the ubiquitous red roses. | How did the American public get fixated on the red r... (photo: WN / sweet)
Newsvine Hugo Chavez orders expropriation of historic buildings | BBC News: | "Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has ordered the expropriation of several historic buildings in the main square in the capital, Caracas. | The buildings include a former residence of th... (photo: Creative Commons / Que comunismo!)
Indian Express Madonna eyes new toyboy | After ending her romance with toyboy lover Jesus Luz, pop queen Madonna has reportedly taken a shine to another young model Jon Kortajarena. | The 51-year-old singer met Jon, 24, at the premiere of ... (photo: AP / Markus Schreiber) EntertainmentMediaPhotosSingerStar
The New York Times Obama's Balancing Act on U.S. Trade Policies | Senator Arlen Specter of Pennsylvania challenged President Obama last week on behalf of steel workers, and helped underscore the administration's ambivalence about trade. | During a public meeting b... (photo: Creative Commons / tialikely) ChinaPhotosPresidentTradeUS
