Toronto-based researchers found that kids were nearly five times less likely at risk of breaking arms, legs or parts of their bodies on playgrounds with sand surfaces. Full Article at New Kerala
'Spider-Man' star reportedly in early talks about role Well, this takes care of our 'Hobbit' and 'Spider-Man' rumors of the day, all in one fell swoop. Full Article at Cinema Spy
(NECN/ABC) - The federal government has been looking at an underused maximum security prison in the Midwest and on Tuesday, the Obama administration will announce it will take over that prison in Thomson, Illinois. Full Article at NECN
(NECN/ABC) - With Senate Republicans united in their opposition against the health care bill, the fate of reform is now up to the Democrats. Full Article at NECN
The Federal Reserve starts its two-day meet on Tuesday and is expected to keep rates unchanged near zero, leaving the focus on the accompanying statement, especially after upbeat sales and jobs data led markets to price in the chances of a rate hike in... Full Article at International Business Times
Perth (Australia), Dec. 15 (ANI): Australian wicketkeeper Brad Haddin has said that he is not a great fan of the umpires referral system. Full Article at OneIndia
A little less publicity is probably what Tiger Wood's alleged mistress Rachel Uchitel might be wishing for as seen on Hollywood TV. Full Article at NECN
The Camelot Mafia? The History Channel in the U.S. is planning its first scripted series for 2011. Full Article at Toronto Star
Tasmanian dairy farmer Phil Beattie has been in Melbourne holding talks with milk processor National Foods. Full Article at ABC Online
A 1820s Regency sofa which has been restored by the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery. Full Article at ABC Online