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President Barack Obama speaks during a news conference in the South Court Auditorium at the White House complex.  (Photo by Carolyn Kaster / AP) 2011’s eureka moments An HIV drug treatment, steps towards a malaria vaccine and alien solar systems as well as other discoveries have all been named “the scientific breakthroughs of 2011” by the journal, Science. The Independent Special section: 2011: year in review Guardian 2011: the year in pictures New York Times An eye for genius: the collections of Gertrude and Leo Stein It’s easy to see the value of a Picasso painting now. But would you have bought one in 1905, before the artist was known? These siblings did. Smithsonian Magazine   Congress passes payroll tax cut extension Congress passed an amended version of the payroll tax cut extension, sending the measure to President Barack Obama’s desk and handing Democrats a hard-fought victory on taxes. CNN Speaker Boehner: Deal reached on payroll tax cuts ABC News Suicide bombs kill 40 in Damascus Syrian state TV said two vehicles packed with explosives that had been detonated in Damascus were the result of suicide bombers. CBS News Blog: Live updates: Bomb attacks in Damascus as protests planned in Syria Middle East Blog (Guardian) Fewer people are getting married Analyzing U.S. census data, one study finds that 51 percent of all adults age 18 and older are married, compared with 72 percent in 1960. McClatchy Newspapers Blog: Is fear of divorce keeping people from getting married?  (TIME) Healthland   NATION Civil disobedience possible to fight emergency law The Rev. Jesse Jackson and U.S. Rep. John Conyers promised protests and possible civil disobedience against Michigan’s new emergency manager law that could lead to a takeover of Detroit government. San Jose Mercury News Arlington: 64,000 potential grave mixups Thousands of grave markers at Arlington National Cemetery may need to be replaced to accurately account for the dead. TIME Hearing concludes for suspected WikiLeaks leaker The U.S. Army intelligence analyst accused of leaking classified files to the WikiLeaks website gave enemies “unfettered access” to government secrets. Reuters POLITICS War on Christmas: Is it under attack? Dozens of U.S. congressmen have pledged to protect Christmas from attempts to undermine it. So is the West’s foremost public holiday really under attack? BBC President Obama reflects on 1st-term mistakes, economic recovery In an exclusive interview with ABC News‘ Barbara Walters, President Barack Obama accepted some responsibility for the gridlock in Washington and projected a sense of optimism for his re-election. ABC News For black Americans, the unemployment rate continues to rise NPR GOP’s struggle on taxes gives Dems hope Salon BUSINESS Durable goods orders jump in November New orders for U.S. manufactured goods soared on strong demand for aircraft, but business spending plans fell, suggesting a cooling in investment. Reuters US consumer spending tepid MSNBC Special section: For some making minimum wage, the new year holds modest promise Christian Science Monitor Italy consumer morale plummets after austerity budget Italian consumer morale plummeted to its lowest in 16 years after Prime Minister Mario Monti introduced a 33-billion-euro austerity package that included tax hikes and pension cuts, data showed. Reuters EDUCATION States win federal education competition to improve K-12 programs Seven states won a share of $200 million in federal “Race to the Top” money to improve K-12 education programs, the Education Department announced. USA TODAY Military likely to alter rule for graduates of cyber schools The House Armed Services Committee inserted language into the 2012 defense budget bill that says the military has to treat diplomas from cyber schools and other alternative schools the same. Education Week HEALTH Study: Brain scans help predict Alzheimer’s disease early Shrinkage in certain parts of the brain may herald Alzheimer’s disease long before symptoms arise, according to new research. TIME France recommends removal of implants, but UK does not The French authorities have recommended that 30,000 women have faulty breast implants removed as a precaution. The government will cover the cost. BBC French breast implant fears spread around world Reuters RELIGION AND SPIRITUALITY Europe’s perishing parishes: liquidating dying churches in the Netherlands With churches shuttered regularly, one man became top adviser on how to re-purpose once holy buildings. Some are demolished while others find new life as mosques, stores and recreation centers. Spiegel International The Christmas Epistles: a most human understanding of godliness When did God save the world? In answer, one might make a valid argument for the Cross, or the Resurrection. But what about the Incarnation? Christianity Today For Jews and Christians, a holiday ‘season of rapprochement’ Hanukkah and Christmas seasons are coinciding amid what many scholars and religious figures are calling a notable period of reconciliation between Jewish and Christian communities. Christian Science Monitor Pilgrims visit church of the Nativity TIME   Columns And Op-Ed The opinions in the items below are not necessarily those of DailySource or our editors. Read more. Column (David Gergen): Why the winds are shifting toward Obama CNN Column (Bob Ray Sanders): Bah, humbug to this ‘War on Christmas’ stuff McClatchy Newspapers Column (Jules Witcover): On North Korea, caution is better than rash words Baltimore Sun Interview: How will we read? EducationNews.org Column (Cary Tennis): I feel guilty for not calling my family Salon Column (Michael Wilbon): The curtain rises on the NBA’s theater ESPN Interview: Hip-hop culture and students Inside Higher Ed Column (Toby Jones): Why the US should withdraw from the entire Persian gulf The Atlantic   Site edited by: Tanya Flowers, Kevin Augustine, Diana Shaw, Brian Lam, Brooke Coggiano, Harsha Malik, Erkinaz Shuminov, Brian Kendall, Charlene Morisseau and Maria Laverghetta.   GOOD NEWS HIV prevention earns scientific breakthrough of 2011 The journal Science has named research led by Myron S. Cohen, MD., of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the 2011 Scientific Breakthrough of the Year. Medical News Today Washington city rallies around laid-off diner workers A regular customer at a Washington state diner that closed, leaving a dozen employees out of work, has led a fundraiser that collected nearly $17,000 to help them out. Seattle Post-Intelligencer Arizona student survives blizzard After being trapped alone in her Toyota Corolla in freezing temperatures deep in a secluded mountain range, an Arizona woman is recovering at a Flagstaff medical center after being rescued. ABC News WORLD Pakistan army rejects US findings on border attack The Pakistani army rejected a U.S. investigation, which concluded that the U.S. air strikes killing 24 Pakistani soldiers were caused by mistakes on both sides. Guardian Blog: US military report shares blame on NATO bombing of Pakistani soldiers Christian Science Monitor Uncle Jang emerges as real power in North Korea North Korea’s anointed “Great Successor” Kim Jong Un will have to rule from under the thumb of an uncle widely regarded as “the regent” who is both coaching him on how to govern and telling him what to do. The Independent Strong earthquakes rattle New Zealand’s capital Christchurch A series of strong earthquakes struck the New Zealand city of Christchurch, rattling buildings, sending goods tumbling from shelves and prompting terrified holiday shoppers to flee into the streets. ABC News ENVIRONMENT Sunlight-powered ‘bulbs’ made from plastic bottles light up homes Around 25,000 low-income homes in the Philippines have been lit up after the launch of a scheme to fit sunlight-powered “bulbs” made from old plastic bottles. Guardian NY group: Thermostats source of mercury pollution New York group says that discarded thermostats remain a major source of mercury contamination in the area. Seattle Post-Intelligencer SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Myth busting: the truth about animals and tools A surprising number of animals use tools, but scientists say there are some misconceptions. Among them: Using tools isn‘t a sign of intelligence, and animals don’t need fingers to be crafty with tools. NPR You do the math — because pigeons can Msnbc.com Personality trait reveals who becomes a mean drunk A focus on the present, with little regard of consequences, appears to make someone under the influence more likely to become mean. LiveScience It’s official: Stonehenge stones were moved 160 miles Some of the volcanic bluestones in the inner ring of Stonehenge officially match an outcrop in Wales that’s 160 miles from the world-famous site. National Geographic LIVING AND ENTERTAINMENT 1920s roaring back in fashion and film The 1920s were the beginning of the modern age in fashion. Cue the flappers, the fringe, the beads and the bobs. The Roaring ’20s are back in fashion — on the runways and on-screen. Denver Post And the Grammy for ‘revolution’ goes to ... Steve Jobs The accolades for Steve Jobs, who died Oct. 5, are still pouring in. The Recording Academy said it is giving the co-founder of Apple a special “Trustees Award” Grammy. Globeandmail.com SPORTS Wayne’s late TD lifts Colts over Texans The victory of the Colts over the AFC South champion Houston Texans could mark the beginning of a special holiday weekend — though it may also be their final Christmas in Indianapolis. USA TODAY Beltran, St. Louis Cardinals agree to 2-year contract Carlos Beltran and the World Series champion St. Louis Cardinals agreed to a 2-year contract pending results of a physical, a move that would fortify the lineup following Albert Pujols’ departure. ABC News USC Football: QB Barkley to stay for senior season USC quarterback Matt Barkley believed he was prepared to play in the NFL, and the draft prognosticators agreed with him. North County Times   IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Wikipedia aims higher The foremost custodian of public records in the U.S. had advice from professors whose colleagues still reject Wikipedia. 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