“Like the smell of a brand-new car” were the words of International Space Station astronaut Don Pettit on Saturday after he carefully opened the hatch and entered the Dragon capsule for his first glimpse inside.

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The California SpaceX company has seen its unmanned Dragon cargo ship attach successfully to the International Space Station (ISS) for the first time.

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VIDEO: Astronauts praise Dragon craft

With a near-flawless docking on Friday, start-up rocket company SpaceX achieved what only big governments have to date: It launched a mission to the international space station . The moment marked a pivot point in U.S. space ambitions, away from total NASA control and toward creative private enterprise. While NASA furnished seed money and technical advice, SpaceX engineers designed, built, launched and drove the white gumdrop-shaped Dragon capsule until the final moments. Read full article > >

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SpaceX’s Dragon capsule docks with international space station

The California SpaceX company has seen its unmanned Dragon cargo ship attach successfully to the International Space Station (ISS).

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VIDEO: Station grabs SpaceX Dragon ship

Geordan Murphy quits international rugby after failing to make the Ireland squad for the tour to New Zealand.

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Murphy announces Irish retirement

Christine Lagarde, head of the International Monetary Fund, is meeting Treasury officials in London as part of the IMF’s check-up of the UK economy.

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CHICAGO — NATO leaders endorsed a plan Monday to wind down the international combat mission in Afghanistan, giving President Obama a concrete exit strategy from an unpopular war as he seeks reelection partly on his record as an effective commander in chief. Read full article > >

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NATO leaders agree on framework to wind down Afghan mission

The Carlyle Group is leading a $100 million investment into Avail-TVN, which will allow the Reston-based video company to fuel its international growth, the firms announced Monday. Avail-TVN’s investors already include Columbia Capital, Valhalla Partners and Novak Biddle, which are Washington-area venture capital firms. Read full article > >

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Kate Krader ( @kkrader on Twitter ) is Food & Wine's restaurant editor. When she tells us where to find our culinary heart's desire, we listen up. Who do you think set a world record for most new Facebook fans in 24 hours? No, not Charlie Sheen back when he was winning. And not The Avengers movie either, though that’s a good guess.   In fact it was a potato chip. Last April, Frito-Lay’s Facebook page got over 1.5 million new “likes” in one day. That’s a lot of instantaneous fans. And maybe it’s not such a mind-blowing number if you look at the mind-blowing new flavors capturing the attention of chip fans worldwide. Recently, the New York Daily News highlighted Russia’s affection for Red Caviar potato chips (it’s especially popular in Moscow, where they love their caviar). Here are some other snack food flavors that you probably never would have dreamed of. You just have to guess what country is chowing down on them. Hint: If you’re lazy and want to answer “Japan” for all questions, you’ll be right a lot of the time. Scroll down to the bottom for the answers. A. Pepsi: This country offers a suspiciously anti-freeze-colored flavor called Ice Cucumber. Additionally, you’ll find Azuki Bean, Shiso and Pepsi White (yogurt flavored). 1. Japan 2. Taiwan 3. Singapore B. Pepsi II: You can buy both Ice Cream and Cappuccino flavored Pepsis if you’re here. 1. Italy 2. Russia 3. Spain C. Tang: Here, the powdered drink mix goes upscale: It comes in tropical fruit flavors like Tamarind and Mandarin; there’s also a Hibiscus version. 1. Mexico 2. Portugal 3. Taiwan D. Oreos: In this country, you’ll find Green Tea, Raspberry-Blueberry and Mango-Orange versions of the cookie. 1. Sweden 2. India 3. China E.  Pizza Hut Pizza: Home of the Hot Dog–Stuffed Crust pizza; it’s drizzled with mustard. 1. Belgium 2. Germany 3. United Kingdom F. Doritos: The list of outrageous Dorito flavors is long here – Coconut Curry, Tuna Mayo (“gourmet,” according to the bag), Sausage, Steak, Yuzu and Crispy Salmon. 1. China 2. Japan 3. South Korea G. Doritos II: Roasted Turkey chips are popular here. 1. Germany 2. United Kingdom 3. Taiwan H. Kit Kats: This country is home to such flavors as White Chocolate Espresso, Salt & Caramel, Green Tea, Caramelized Sweet Potato, Blueberry Cheesecake and Blood Orange. 1. Italy 2. Japan 3. Sweden I. Pringles: Among the versions of the amazing Pringles potato chip – Soft-Shell Crab, Grilled Shrimp and Seaweed.  1. Singapore 2. Mexico 3. Greece J. Potato Chips: Based on a traditional appetizer in this country, the Pickled Cucumber chip was introduced last year; it’s already the fourth most popular flavor. 1. Japan 2. Russia 3. Sweden K. McDonald's Burger: Everyone should get this one right – the McAloo Tikki is a fried potato-pea patty topped with special sauce and ketchup, served on a bun. They've also got the McSpicy Paneer – crispy fried paneer cheese topped with creamy sauce and lettuce. 1. Singapore 2. India 3. China More from Food & Wine America’s Best Bars America’s Wacky Fair Food Best Pizza Places in the U.S. Best Ice Cream Spots in the U.S. Memorial Day Party Recipes Previously: How did Kit Kat become king of candy in Japan? and 100 years of Oreo cookies Answers: A(1); B(2); C(1); D(3); E(3); F(2); G(3); H(2); I(1); J(2); K(2)

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MPs will decide on Tuesday whether to refer three former News International executives to the standards commissioner for allegedly misleading a Commons committee.

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SpaceX aborted the historic launch of its Dragon spacecraft to the International Space Station at the last second because of a rocket engine glitch.

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The US firm SpaceX aborts the lift-off of its Falcon rocket and Dragon ship to the International Space Station.

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Aborted lift-off for spaceship

The launch of a rocket owned by the private company SpaceX and carrying cargo for the International Space Station was aborted at the last second early Saturday.

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The US firm SpaceX has aborted the lift-off of its Falcon rocket and Dragon ship to the International Space Station (ISS).

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Bound for International Space Station.

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