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East Ukraine's rebels prepare for a long cold war

As winter approaches in Ukraine's eastern countryside, pro-Russian rebels and Kiev forces eye each other uneasily across a ragged frontline. Despite signing a truce, both seem to be digging in for the long haul. Duration: 00:41 Oct 30, 2014
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What is Halloween? Evolution of Ancient Celtic Festival into Global Fair

Halloween, also called "Hallowe'en", "All Hallows' Eve," and "All Saints' Eve," is celebrated every year on 31 October, on the eve of All Hallows (or All Saints), by Western Christians and non-Christians around the world. the festival originated from the ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain to mark the end of harvest season in Gaelic culture. Oct 30, 2014
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Sports stars hail govt's training initiative for athlete ahead of Olympic Games

New Delhi, Oct 29 (ANI): Sports stars hailed Modi government's initiative of better training programme for athletes ahead of Olympic Games in a bid to enhance their performance to bag more medals for the country. The Sports Ministry has decided to start a "Target Mission Olympic Podium Scheme", an initiative promoted by National Sports Development fund to identify sports personnel and train them for Rio de Janeiro 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympics and other major sporting events up to 2020 games. Appreciating the government's plan, Cricketer Rahul Dravid said the initiative will not only encourage the sportspersons but will also play a major role in increasing the medal tally of India in the future events. Olympian boxer Mary Kom said she being part of the planning committee would help in structuring a better programme for sportspersons, which would in turn help to boost their performance on the international platforms. Oct 29, 2014
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Celebrity News - 23/10/2014

NEW YORK Spidey star Andrew Garfield was one of the night’s honorees at GQ's 2014 Gentlemen's Ball. Along with Garfield, Taylor Kitsch, Joshua Jackson and Zachary Quinto were all recognized for their philanthropic work. Garfield spoke about the importance of what GQ is doing. #457815612 0:25: Andrew Garfield: So I’m just…right now. :0:36 LOS ANGELES British stars Gavin Rossdale, Max George and Natasha Bedingfield were just some of the celebs on hand for the announcement of a new route from L.A to London at the Delta Air Lines And Virgin Atlantic Flysmart Celebration. Rossdale spoke about why he enjoys flying so much. #457823658 0:02: Gavin Rossdale: I write on…win. :0:14 Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter and Adrianne Palicki all came out for the premiere of the action thriller ‘John Wick’ but first made sure to greet fans and sign autographs. LONDON Katie Price held the unveiling of her new book, ‘Make My Wish Come True’ but seemed to be promoting more than her latest literary venture. Price showed off her curves in a revealing, satin outfit that made her look like a winter fairy. Definitely not from the collection of the hit film ‘Frozen’. That’s all for now. We’ll be back tomorrow with more celebrity news and sightings. Oct 24, 2014
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