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Two big drilling ships from Shell’s aborted Arctic oil exploration program, the Transocean Polar Pioneer and Noble Discoverer, are headed to Washington waters for what’s expected to be a brief stay. But the Polar Pioneer will not be returning to Seattle, where it was greeted last April by a seaborne protest of “kayactivists” including local politicians. The Shell-leased drilling ship Transocean Polar Pioneeer arrives in Port Angeles last April.  It is coming back following pShell’s decision to abandon its Arctic oil exploration. Читать дальше...

Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. Hoptoberfest at the Beveridge Place Pub is a hop-lovers dream. All month long the pub pours through a massive selection of IPAs, with the goal of determining which will be the “house IPA” for the next year. It’s a crowd participation thing, where pub patrons nominate and... The post Hoptoberfest Elite 8 Announced at Beverage Place Pub appeared first on Beer News.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Luke Kuechly was back in his comfort zone Tuesday, on the football field wearing a helmet and shoulder pads. The Panthers middle linebacker returned to practice exactly one month after suffering a concussion in the Carolina's season-opening 20-9 win against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The four-year pro spent four weeks in the NFL's concussion protocol and missed three games before being cleared to return. Kuechly has more tackles the last three seasons than any other player... Читать дальше...

Another $20 billion in six-month bills was auctioned at a discount rate of 0.080 percent, up from 0.065 percent last week. Because of the Columbus Day holiday on Monday that closed federal government agencies, this week's auction was held Tuesday. Short-term rates have been at ultra-low levels for a number of years, reflecting efforts by the Federal Reserve to boost the economy by pushing borrowing rates down.

Xerox will book a pre-tax charge of around $385 million in the third quarter, after the business services and copier company announced that it will not complete the implementation of new Medicaid payment systems for Montana and California. Xerox is installing in several states new software platforms for processing Medicaid payments to providers like doctors and hospitals. In Montana, a state legislative panel had given the company a vote of no confidence, and state officials and Xerox had negotiated... Читать дальше...

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The National Security Agency's massive data center in Utah isn't being used to store Americans' personal phone calls or social media activity, but plays a key role in protecting the country from cyber-attacks by hostile foreign governments, U.S. Rep. Chris Stewart of Utah said Tuesday. The center became a target of scrutiny after revelations in 2013 that the NSA has been collecting millions of U.S. phone records and digital communications stored by major Internet providers. Читать дальше...

BRUSSELS (AP) — The world's biggest beer maker clinched a deal Tuesday to take over its nearest rival in a bid to stave off the megabrewers' most serious problems: the surge in popularity of craft brews and weakening sales in the rich markets of the U.S. and Europe. AB InBev's determination to close the deal after five attempts shows how established beer brands know they have to act to adapt to shifting global tastes. "The global beer market overall is largely flat and in some regions is declining... Читать дальше...

Why 31? There are 31 first round picks in the 2016 NFL draft. #1 Joey Bosa (DE, Ohio State) His production is down on previous seasons but he’s still the best overall prospect available for this draft class. Endless motor and converts speed to power with ease. Similar to Chris Long who went #2 overall. […]

Forecasts that global warming would become a hot presidential campaign issue began in 1988 and get repeated every four years, but climate change always seems to be put in cold storage once election day approaches. Gov. Jay Inslee is absolutely convinced that 2016 will be the year, and said so from Walla Walla on an early morning call-in news conference Tuesday.  “I believe that this is a winning issue for the (2016) Democratic candidate because the people are with us,” said Inslee. Billionaire California environmentalist Tom Steyer... Читать дальше...

WASHINGTON (AP) — A chronic shortage of controllers has reached a crisis that will lead to widespread flight delays if left unchecked, officials for the union that represents air traffic controllers said Tuesday. The Federal Aviation Administration has failed to meet its hiring goals for controllers for five consecutive years, leaving the number of air traffic controllers at its lowest level in 27 years at a time when air traffic is increasing, National Air Traffic Controllers Association officials said at a news conference. Читать дальше...

Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. No-Li Brewhouse of Spokane just received and award from the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA). The Brewer Partner of the Year Award recognizes the brewery that does the best job in the marketplace producing great beer; building strong partnerships; providing valuable education; and offering support to their... The post No-Li Brewhouse Wins Award from National Beer Wholesalers Association appeared first on Beer News.

Arresting and heartbreaking, wrought with extremes of tension and love, "Room" is as evocative and unforgettable on screen as in the bestselling novel that inspired it. Originally crafted and ingeniously adapted by Emma Donoghue, "Room" burrows itself deep in the mind and becomes a permanent resident. Tenderly and terrifyingly realized by director Lenny Abrahamson, the film succeeds with quiet camerawork and brilliant performances by its two leads, Brie Larson and 8-year-old breakout talent Jacob Tremblay. Читать дальше...

Aside from the arrival of a certain pumpkin spice-flavored beverage, nothing signals fall in Seattle like a taking a brisk autumn walk around Green Lake. These charming Green Lake homes range from $649,000 to $795,000.

Robinson Cano underwent surgery for a sports hernia Tuesday, but he's expected to be healthy in plenty of time for spring training. 

NEW YORK (AP) — Starbucks will start offering delivery within the Empire State Building Tuesday, giving office workers in the skyscraper the option of paying a $2 fee to avoid making a trip to the lobby. The Seattle-based coffee chain says 12,000 employees who work in the New York City building will be able to place orders on a designated website, and have their food and drinks delivered within a half hour. The Empire State Building's tenants include Shutterstock, Human Rights Watch and Skanska... Читать дальше...

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — France has signed deals worth 10 billion euros ($11.4 billion) with Saudi Arabia, said French Prime Minister Manuel Valls on Tuesday, underscoring the shared foreign policy stances that have helped deepen the two countries' military and economic ties. France's Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the deal includes the start of negotiations to provide Saudi Arabia with its own communication and observation satellites — something the kingdom has been coveting as it... Читать дальше...

NEW YORK (AP) — Fortress Investment Group LLC is closing a major hedge fund and parting ways with the money manager who ran it amid the turmoil that has roiled financial markets around the world. The 13-year-old fund specialized in investments that aimed to take advantage of shifts in the global economy.

iTunes Movies U.S. charts for week ending October 12, 2015: iTunes Movies US Charts 1. Avengers: Age of Ultron 2. Spy 3. Jurassic World 4. Cartel Land 5. Pixels 6. Magic Mike XXL 7. Entourage 8. Pitch Perfect 2 9. '71 10. The Age of Adaline iTunes Movies US Charts - Independent 1. Cartel Land 2. '71 3. Me and Earl and the Dying Girl 4. Froning 5. Knock Knock (2015) 6. The Overnight 7. Dope 8. Ex Machina 9. Cop Car 10. Love & Mercy ___ (copyright) 2015 Apple Inc.

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov says Tuesday the "attempt to make a biased conclusion, in essence to carry out a political order, is obvious." The missile explosion also caused a "deafening sound wave" and the airplane's sudden deceleration, then speeding up as it fell to Earth, "may have caused dizziness, nausea and loss of consciousness." Dutch prosecutors leading the criminal investigation into the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 say it's been tough finding eyewitnesses in eastern Ukraine to help build their case. Читать дальше...

NEW YORK (AP) — Actress Julianne Moore is rallying the entertainment industry to help end gun violence. The group aims to mobilize voters to support measures such as enhanced background checks for gun buyers.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The private email server running in Hillary Rodham Clinton's home basement when she was secretary of state was connected to the Internet in ways that made it more vulnerable to hackers while using software that could have been exploited, according to data and documents reviewed by The Associated Press. Experts said the Microsoft remote desktop service wasn't intended for such use without additional protective measures, and was the subject of U.S. government and industry warnings... Читать дальше...

NEW YORK (AP) — Stock indexes are edging slightly higher as traders digest the latest news on corporate deals and earnings. Transportation company Ryder sank 9 percent Tuesday after the company cut its earnings forecast.