Israel forms special ops command; experts eye Iran (Reuters)

JERUSALEM (Reuters) ? Israel said on Thursday it was unifying its special forces under one command, a move experts say could help Israel strike countries like Iran, whose nuclear program the Jewish state deems a threat to its existence.

"The primary task of the Corps will be to extend joint IDF (Israel Defence Force) operations into the strategic depth," said a statement from the military, announcing the formation of the "Depth Corps."

Citing interviews with senior Israeli officers, American journal Defense News said the Corps commandos would be able to operate "far from Israel's borders" in the "third circle" - a term that generally applies to the Gulf and the Horn of Africa.

Israeli media predicted that the Depth Corps might operate inside Iran, which a U.N. nuclear watchdog report last month said appeared to be working on designing a nuclear weapon.

That finding has ratcheted up tension between Iran and Western powers and Israel. Diplomatic sources said on Wednesday Iran could soon begin sensitive atomic activities in an underground facility deep inside a mountain.

Iran, which denies seeking the bomb, has lost several nuclear scientists and military brass to assassinations, suspected defections and explosions, feeding speculation that Israel and Western allies are already waging sabotage campaigns.

Elite ground, air and naval units would all retain their unique capabilities, Defense News reported, but the new structure would encourage them to more closely collaborate in mission planning.

The IDF's most prestigious unit, Sayeret Matkal, counts Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu among its veterans and is famed for carrying out the 1976 rescue of Israeli airline passengers hijacked on an Air France plane and flown to Uganda.

(Writing by Dan Williams; Editing by Ben Harding)

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House passes bill to expand sanctions on Iran (Reuters)

WASHINGTON (Reuters) ? The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation on Wednesday that would expand sanctions on Iran, cracking down on a wider range of energy issues and closing some loopholes in existing energy and financial sanctions.

Some senators in both parties are also working on legistlation to tighten sanctions on Iran, the world's fifth biggest oil exporter, because of concerns it is developing a nuclear bomb.

In a 410-11 vote, the House passed a bill that would expand sanctions on companies involved in the oil industry, including on investments, selling Iran goods or services used in refineries, or providing Iran with refined products worth $5 million or more in a year.

The bill would also place sanctions on developing infrastructure or ports, or buying Iranian sovereign debt.

Earlier this week, congressional leaders agreed to legislation on new sanctions on Iran's central bank that they hope to quickly pass.

(Additional reporting by Roberta Rampton)

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John Rhode: Biggest Loser Winner 2011

John Rhode is Biggest Loser Winner 2011! He lost an incredible 220 pounds!! So everyone is wondering who won the Biggest Loser 2011? Last night, John Rhode was named the winner after an amazing journey. He not only lost 220 lbs. but also won $250,000! He appeared on the Wendy Williams show today to talk about his 49.44% total body weight loss where he said, ?I feel fantastic, I feel like I can do anything. The weight was only part of the journey?I would secret eat, I would late-night eat, I would eat until it hurt. I bought, on any given day, I would buy 10 bucks worth of candy at the local store. He also loaded up on cheap hamburgers, he said, ?Look at what quick and easy does to you. I?m scared to death that I?m going to put the weight back,? he said. ?It?s a daily struggle. I love carbs, why lie? I?m going to probably need some skin surgery. It?s part of the journey; nothing?s over.? Well, losing half of your body weight is just unbelievable! Really, I mean you get a whole new life! And tons of new clothes that I am sure he feels [...]

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Use the Valsalva Maneuver to Prevent Ear Pain When Flying [Flying]

Ear-popping pain is one of the hazards of flying. For some, especially kids or those with colds, Pain In The Ear or Airplane Ear can be quite severe. Mun Fitness Blog suggests several tips for preventing this condition, including the "Valsalva maneuver."

In the Valsalva manuever, you close your mouth and pinch your nose shut and exhale forcibly through your nostrils. You'll hear a "popping" sound and the pressure should be equalized in your ears. (Unequal pressure in your ears when the plane takes off or lands is the cause of Airplane Ear.)

Besides several other suggestions for preventing ear pain when flying, Mun Fitness Blog also offers a great tip for preventing ear pain that happens when driving:

Ear pain also happens while sitting in a car which come down from a steep mountain quickly with the window rolled up. Leave a crack in the window when descending or climbing a steep mountain will help.

I've always just chewed gum when flying. What's your strategy?

How to prevent pain in the ear when you are in the plane? | Mun Fitness Blog

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G.I. Joe Retaliation Trailer: Wanna Make a Difference?

It is, indeed, the most wonderful time of the year. For movie fans, at least, as the holiday season means the debut of numerous previews for next summer's blockbusters.

Yesterday, we were treated to the unveiling of the Men in Black 3 trailer; and today we have the first look at G.I. Joe: Retaliation, the sequel to 2009's G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra. The video first premiered on movie site Machinima.

Returning cast members for this june 29 release include Channing Tatum, Ray Park, as they'll be joined by an impressive list that include: Dwayne Johnson, Elodie Yung, D.J. Cotrona, RZA, Adrianne Palicki, Ray Stevenson, Walton Goggins, Joe Mazzello and Bruce Willis.

Watch now!

G.I. Joe Retaliation Trailer

Source: http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2011/12/gi-joe-retaliation-trailer-wanna-make-a-difference/

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ESPN reporter Andrews sues man for peephole videos (Reuters)

NASHVILLE (Reuters) ? ESPN reporter Erin Andrews has filed a new $10 million invasion of privacy lawsuit over a 2008 incident in which she was videotaped in the nude through the peephole of her Nashville hotel room.

Andrews, one of the most popular reporters on the network, wants $6 million, plus costs and interest, from the West End Marriott, and $4 million from Michael Barrett, the Chicago man who pleaded guilty to stalking Andrews and was sentenced in 2010 to 2 1/2 years in federal prison.

According to Davidson County Circuit Court records, the suit was originally filed last year and was refiled to make sure the statute of limitations did not run out.

At Barrett's sentencing hearing, Andrews said that she still suffers fear, anxiety and public humiliation as a result of having been stalked.

"I'm being victimized every day...and I did nothing to deserve it," Andrews said, adding the videos will likely always be on the Internet.

Prosecutors said Barrett had traveled to at least three cities and taken videos of the sideline reporter through the peepholes of hotel rooms.

According to the lawsuit, Andrews said the hotel was guilty of negligence for, among other things, allowing Barrett to know that Andrews was staying in the hotel and then allowing him to book a room next to her own. Andrews was in Nashville to cover a Vanderbilt University football game.

She also said the hotel was negligent for failing to discover Barrett altered the peephole of the plaintiff's hotel room door, allowing the videos to be taken.

The suit said the videotaping and posting of the nude images continues to cause Andrews "great emotional distress and embarrassment."

The hotel chain declined comment on the lawsuit.

"Unfortunately we do not comment on pending litigation," said Jeff Flaherty, Marriott's director of public relations.

Andrews' Nashville attorney, Mary A. Parker, declined to comment on the case.

(Writing and reporting by Tim Ghianni; Editing by Mary Wisniewski and Greg McCune)

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Fla. man charged with killing couple with bat (Providence Journal)

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