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Three new industry analyses released Thursday show that the recovering economy has produced a divided U.S. housing market. Where people live, their age and the color of their skin have largely influenced who has benefited as real estate continues to heal from the bursting of a mortgage bubble that triggered the worst economic downturn in nearly 80 years. [...] the millennials buying their first home are being priced out of the market because student debt has prevented them from saving. [...] a... Читать дальше...

Dalton Trumbo, the famed Hollywood screenwriter, knew what it meant when he was officially summoned to appear before the House Un-American Activities Committee in 1947. "Trumbo," starring Bryan Cranston, resurrects the darkest chapter in Hollywood history — the blacklist — and celebrates one of the men the movie industry once tragically shunned. "To watch it turn around, to watch him go from villain to hero, is fascinating," says Mitzi Trumbo, the 70-year-old daughter of the screenwriter. During the decade-long blacklist... Читать дальше...

Seattle Public Schools and police confirmed that one Ballard High School student was arrested off-campus Thursday morning and police are searching the school.

Some come in a few days early or stay a few days later, often bringing their families along to enjoy time at the parks. Since the business traveler's plane fare is already paid for, that makes the trip that much cheaper. The events typically include catered food and drinks, and exclusive access for a period of time to rides and attractions in that section so they don't have to wait on lines. Another exhibitor from the helicopter group's Heli-Expo trade show in Orlando hosted an event at Universal... Читать дальше...

The Seattle Seahawks are halfway through the 2015 season. How have they graded out so far? 

Nearly half of US pregnant women gain too much weight NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly half of U.S. moms gain too much weight during pregnancy, according to a government study released Thursday. Women need to eat extra calories during pregnancy, although not that much — only about 350 to 450 extra calories during the second and third trimester, said Andrea Sharma, one of the study's authors from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Too much weight can lead to obesity and other health problems for the mom.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Internet radio service Pandora says it has reached a direct licensing deal for songwriting rights with Sony/ATV music publishing, the largest music publisher in the world. Pandora CEO Brian McAndrews said in a statement the deal marks a "significant milestone in our long-standing effort to strengthen ties with the music maker community."

Low-cost Spirit Airlines plans to start serving Sea-Tac early next year.

MOSCOW (AP) — An agency that oversees civil aviation in Russia said Thursday it is suspending the certification of Boeing 737 planes used by Russian airlines pending resolution of safety concerns. The Boeing 737 is flown by most major Russian airlines, but there were no immediate signs the Interstate Aviation Commission's surprise announcement would disrupt air travel.

The Department of Justice said Thursday that the lender's failure to give borrowers timely notice of payment hikes or reductions violated a federal bankruptcy rule aimed at ensuring proper accounting of consumers' costs in bankruptcy. Under the rule, which took effect in December of 2011, mortgage lenders are required to give borrowers in Chapter 13 bankruptcy 21 days' notice before making an adjustment to their monthly payment. In addition to the payout, Wells Fargo agreed to improve its computer... Читать дальше...

Supporters, with tacit encouragement from former House Speaker John Boehner, a Republican, finally mounted a petition drive to force a vote, and the measure sailed through the House last week by a 313-118 vote — with a majority of Republicans controlling the chamber voting in favor. The bank helps finance sales of U.S. exports to foreign customers through a variety of steps, including loan guarantees, direct loans and credit insurance. Much of the bank's financing benefits large corporation such as The Boeing Company... Читать дальше...

The Utes (7-1, 4-1 Pac-12) are in control of the South Division, a game ahead of No. 22 UCLA and Southern California, while Washington has struggled after a strong start to the season. The Huskies bounced back from consecutive losses by blowing out Arizona last week, so they seem to be back on the right track. The Ducks pulled out a 61-55 victory in triple overtime against Arizona State, but struggled defensively. Oregon allowed the Sun Devils to roll up 742 total yards and the Ducks essentially outlasted them with some big plays on offense.

Robot to attend school for 10-year-old cancer patient POOLESVILLE, Md. (AP) — A Maryland girl who is undergoing cancer treatment will be able to attend school with the help of a robot. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity tie the remote user to the robot's iPad and the iPad to the roller.

DETROIT (AP) — Net income at Fiat Chrysler's U.S. operations fell 89 percent in the third quarter as the company set aside millions to pay for future safety recalls. In July, FCA US reached agreement with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to buy back from customers more than 500,000 Ram pickup trucks and other vehicles in the biggest such action in U.S. history. The company reports results separately from its parent, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, which said last week that... Читать дальше...

Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. Twelve Bar Brews invites you to join them at the brewery in Woodinville this Saturday for their 4th Anniversary Party. Here is the announcement from the brewery: Come celebrate our Fourth Anniversary with us at Twelve Bar Brews! Open from Noon to 9pm, we have live music... The post Twelve Bar Brews Celebrates 4th Anniversary this Saturday appeared first on Beer News.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Average long-term U.S. mortgage rates rose sharply this week amid growing expectations that the Federal Reserve may soon raise its key short-term interest rate. Mortgage giant Freddie Mac said Thursday the average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage jumped to 3.87 percent from 3.76 percent a week earlier. At their mid-December meeting, Fed policymakers will consider raising the rate if the economy continues to grow at a strong enough pace to keep adding jobs and push annual inflation toward the 2 percent target... Читать дальше...

Orban, who opposes the settlement of economic migrants in Hungary, said Europe needed to adopt family-friendly policies and support having children because "the survival of our civilization and our culture is at stake." Orban's government has been using tax breaks, housing subsidies and other incentives to encourage families to have more children. Spain's Defense Ministry says one of its frigates has rescued 517 migrants from an open-top, wooden fishing vessel that was adrift off the coast of Libya. Читать дальше...

State-run news agency MENA reported Thursday that Hisham Zaazou is meeting with British officials in London to persuade them to cancel the decree. Britain suspended flights to Sinai on Wednesday over suspicions that last weekend's Russian plane crash was caused by a terrorist bombing. Egypt's vital tourism sector is reeling from years of political unrest following the 2011 toppling of longtime autocrat Hosni Mubarak. Russia's President Vladimir Putin has told British Prime Minister David Cameron... Читать дальше...

DETROIT (AP) — Net income at Fiat Chrysler's U.S. operations fell 89 percent in the third quarter as the company set aside millions to pay for future safety recalls. Fiat Chrysler US posted just over $1 billion in one-time pretax charges, including $848 million for recalls and $159 million for vehicles damaged in a Chinese port explosion last August.

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — It seems New Mexico is stuck with the Rail Runner Express, as a state Department of Transportation study has found getting rid of the service would be a financial mistake. The Albuquerque Journal reports (http://bit.ly/1Q6RXgt ) that the study, unveiled Wednesday, found selling the commuter train isn't feasible and switching to a bus service between Belen and Santa Fe would not save much money.

Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. Story by Kendall Jones, via Washington Beer Blog. Beer Church is the philanthropic arm of the Washington Beer Blog. (read our previous posts about Beer Church.) Basically, we organize beer lovers for the sake of charitable giving. For instance, every year we work with some local breweries to produce Beer Church Holiday Ale, a beer... The post Beer Church Holiday Ale #5 appeared first on Beer News.

BOSTON (AP) — Athletic gear retailer City Sports Inc. is selling its assets to a group known for buying struggling companies after failing to find a buyer willing to keep its more than two dozen stores open. A declaration filed by company officials says harsh weather last winter and stiff competition pushed the company into bankruptcy.

The cause of Saturday's crash of a Metrojet flight packed with Russian vacationers returning home from the Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh is under investigation, but the Islamic State extremist group has claimed responsibility and British Prime Minister David Cameron said it was "more likely than not" that a bomb brought down the flight. Tourism, a key foreign currency earner for Egypt's economy, is making a gradual recovery after years of political upheaval, but the future would be grim if it's... Читать дальше...

A Clark County commissioner turned a relatively routine request for an off-site improvement bond extension into an opportunity to compel the property's owner to cover up part of the unsightly construction site that has been visible for several years, rising 63-stories above the Strip. Other under-construction properties along the Strip have agreed to cover up unsightliness, including The Venetian, which covered up a tower that was never finished, and Boyd Gaming Corp., which sold its Echelon project... Читать дальше...