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2 novels about dysfunctional families on vacation
These two novels center on family vacations that are anything but idyllic.
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5 best mysteries of the holiday season
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In Pictures: Europe's love-hate relationship with the Pope
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 06/23
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In Pictures: Obama visits Britain
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UK tallies the costs of an independent Scotland
Britain's international reputation – and its nuclear deterrent – are two of the concerns raised by members of Parliament , should Scotland vote for independence next year.
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Cardinals hold first pre-conclave meeting in Rome amid scandal (+video)
The Vatican says most of the 115 cardinals have arrived to begin the process of selecting the next pope of the Catholic Church. But there are other issues for them to deal with.
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Energy Voices Is the Keystone XL pipeline worth it?
The Keystone XL pipeline gains new endorsements as environmental opposition grows. Putting ecological implications aside for a moment, is the Keystone XL pipeline, and the tar sands production that goes with it, a good financial investment?
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Why Cardinal Keith O'Brien is stepping down
Cardinal Keith O'Brien, Britain's highest-ranking Catholic leader, resigned. Cardinal O'Brien also will not be attending the conclave in Rome.
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Opinion: Scotland independence movement sends dangerous message
Scotland's Alex Salmond and British Prime Minister David Cameron signed the 'Edinburgh deal' – allowing Scotland to hold a referendum vote on independence in 2014. As Europe's bonds are tested, the push for Scottish independence sends a dangerous 'go it alone' message.
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Scottish independence: Scots likely to vote in 2014
Scotland is one step closer to voting on independence from the United Kingdom, after British Prime Minister David Cameron and Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond met to approve a plan for a referendum.
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Cover Story
Rent or own? The new sharing economy values access over ownershipTo rent or own, that is the question posed by the burgeoning sharing economy. For a growing population engaged in this high-tech, low-cost 'collaborative economy,' access to cars, clothes, cuisine – or even a cat – is better than ownership.
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Chapter & Verse First official Harry Potter book club is formed
Through the Harry Potter book club, J.K. Rowling will answer readers' questions via a classroom webcast.
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2 novels about dysfunctional families on vacation
These two novels center on family vacations that are anything but idyllic.
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Zara Phillips negotiates tough equestrian course as royal cousins spectate
Her cousins, Princes William and Harry joined an estimated 50,000 fans in Greenwich Park to root for Phillips as she negotiated her horse over 28 obstacles and a slippery course that claimed a dozen fallen riders.
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Beautiful Ruins
Jess Walter's new novel combines a pair of love stories, wicked comedy, Hollywood legend, and a poorly named hotel.
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Historic handshake between British queen and Irish republican (+video)
The meeting between Queen Elizabeth and longtime republican and Northern Irish Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness is a 'hugely significant step,' say commentators.
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In remote China, plant hunters seek clues to climate change
Studying how flowers adapt to global warming in remote China helps scientists consistently demonstrate climate change, say botanists.
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Queen Elizabeth's granddaughter to compete in London Olympics
Zara Phillips will compete for Britain in eventing, an equestrian sport that combines dressage, show jumping and cross country.
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Crowds gather in London to cheer queen on last day of Jubilee (+video)
During the service, the Archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan Williams, praised the queen for bringing happiness to the nation.
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A year after wedding, British monarchy basks in 'Kate effect'
The Duchess of Cambridge, formerly known as Kate Middleton, enjoys widespread popularity a year after marrying Prince William.
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The Economist raises Scotland's ire with 'Skintland' joke
The Economist was targeting Scotland's interest in becoming independent, pointing out that 'Skintland' relies heavily on the United Kingdom.
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North Sea gas leak has environmental activists concerned
North Sea gas leak: An oil production platform off the Scottish coast has been leaking gas since last weekend. Environmentalists are concerned the North Sea gas leak could lead to an oil spill.
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Chapter & Verse Encyclopedia Britannica puts an end to print publishing
The familiar Encyclopedia Britannica reference books will now only be published digitally, says the company.
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Encyclopaedia Britannica: After 244 years in print, only digital copies sold
Encyclopaedia Britannica cost $1400 for a full 32-volume print edition. Only 4,000 are left in stock. Now, the Encyclopaedia Britannica will only be available in digital versions.
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Queen Elizabeth II celebrates 60 years on throne (+video)
Queen Elizabeth II: Dressed in a Tiffany-blue hat and colorful overcoat against the winter cold, she was greeted by well-wishers in the snow-covered town of King's Lynn at an event planned to mark Accession Day, the anniversary of the day she became queen in 1952.
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A banker's punishment: Sir Fred Goodwin is now just Fred
Fred Goodwin, the former head of the Royal Bank of Scotland, was stripped of his knighthood for his role in the bank's 2008 crisis. But it's not clear hefty bonuses will get similar treatment.
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Latin America Monitor Another casualty of Brazil's rise: cheap airfare
The founder of Gol, a Brazilian airline that once set out to topple high-cost air travel, is now facing questions on his company's exorbitantly high prices.
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Scotland talks independence – but can it afford it?
With a vote on Scotland's independence from the UK becoming more inevitable, Scots want to know how an independent Scotland would pay its bills.
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Five ways to invest in Europe – seriously
Just because there's a sovereign debt crisis doesn't mean there's no opportunity in Europe, especially if investors are selective and defensive.
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