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Older women sit most of their day as researchers question harm
By Nicole Ostrow
Jan 10, 2014 11:35 AM - Older women spend two-thirds of their day not moving around, generally getting up every half-hour for periods of movement, according to a study designed to help researchers understand patterns of sedentary behavior.
Reeves comes off bogus in 'Ronin'
By Peter Debruge, Variety
Dec 26, 2013 12:43 PM - In Japan, the story of the 47 ronin is so central to the country's national identity that a special word exists for the act of retelling it: Chushingura. But despite this long tradition of flexible reinterpretation, the Hollywood-backed "47 Ronin" takes such liberties with the underlying legend that a different term comes to mind, one better suited to American actor Keanu Reeves' involvement: "bogus."
Mandela's 'Long Walk' a long, plodding drama
By Dann Gire
Dec 26, 2013 12:41 PM - Justin Chadwick's "Mandela" presents the story of beloved South African leader Nelson Mandela with so much reverent respect, its good intentions nearly choke us. Idris Elba bears little actual resemblance to Mandela. Yet, the movie uses the real Mandela in newsreel footage, photos and on posters. Why constantly thwart the audience's ability to suspend its disbelief?
Emanuel names members of grocery task force
Associated Press
Dec 26, 2013 9:37 AM - Mayor Rahm Emanuel has announced the members of a task force to assess the impact of the closure of dozens of Dominick's grocery stores. Parent company Safeway Inc. said in October it would stop operating 72 Dominick's stores in the Chicago area by the end of the year. Only a few of the stores have been bought by competitors.
Ill. Lottery officials: Double-check old tickets
Associated Press
Dec 26, 2013 8:31 AM - Illinois Lottery officials are asking people to take another look at those old lottery tickets. There are two unclaimed winning tickets that were purchased in Chicago almost a year ago. One is for the $100,000 Lucky Day Lotto prize and another is a $250,000 Mega Millions prize.
Rockets knock off Spurs 111-98
Associated Press
Dec 25, 2013 10:10 PM - James Harden scored 28 points and Dwight Howard had 15 points and 20 rebounds, leading the balanced Houston Rockets to a 111-98 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday.
Defensemen huge reason Hawks are scoring in bunches
Associated Press
Dec 25, 2013 8:54 PM - Forget Patrick Kane's flashy moves and Jonathan Toews' steady play. Same for the rest of the talented forwards on the Blackhawks. Instead, check out the players who line up right behind the team's biggest stars. The Hawks' athletic defensemen play a prominent role in the NHL's most potent offense.
Time to shine spotlight on offensive line
By Bob LeGere
Dec 25, 2013 8:50 PM - It hasn't gotten as much credit as the skill-position players, but the Bears' offensive line has paved the way for much of the unit's success this season. The same five guys have started up front for the Bears in all 15 games -- left tackle Jermon Bushrod, left guard Matt Slauson, center Roberto Garza, right guard Kyle Long and right tackle Jordan Mills.
Battling barracuda in Keys an angler's delight
By Mike Jackson
Dec 25, 2013 8:49 PM - It was the only time to sneak away for a few days of sun and scrumptious Florida stone crabs. It was a perfect time to recharge our batteries. So, to the Flordia Keys we drove from Boca Raton, full of anticipation and hopes that the puffy, white clouds wouldn't obstruct some of the sun's rays.
Miami beats Lakers 101-95 for 6th straight victory
Associated Press
Dec 25, 2013 8:47 PM - Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade had 23 points apiece, and LeBron James added 19 points in the Heat's sixth straight win. Bosh grabbed 11 rebounds and Ray Allen made four 3-pointers for 12 points, helping Miami improve to 5-0 against the Lakers on the holiday.

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