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Focus In the end, NSA might not need to snoop so secretly

NSA data-collection programs have spawned support and criticism. But in an era when many Americans already know their personal information is being gathered, perhaps being more open about it would help, some say.
SEAL Team 6 could include women by 2016 under Pentagon plan
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Decoder Wire Edward Snowden a hero to many young Americans, poll suggests
Corruption, drugs, profanity: Mayors pull lid off 'boring' Canada

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David Eads sits among old computer parts waiting to be recycled or refurbished by FreeGeek Chicago volunteers.

David Eads runs FreeGeek Chicago, 'an Apple Store for the rest of us'

FreeGeek Chicago gives volunteers hands-on training in restoring old computers to sell or recycle – while they earn credits toward taking home their own desktop or laptop free of charge.