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3 novels about home and estrangement
Robert Frost once defined home as “the place where, when you have to go there, they have to take you in.” In this week's fiction roundup, three men estranged from their families find out if he was right.
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Nine great cars for back to school
While students don’t necessarily have a car on their back-to-school shopping list, when they do, it’s safe to say that they’re “budget constrained” – and that their parents will want safety and dependability. So that gem with the loud exhaust and fast-and-furious spoiler strapped to the trunk is probably a no-go. Instead, think affordable style. Here are nine great used cars that just might occupy the crossroads where young drivers, their parents, and their budget can meet:
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10 cars that tell the story of America
From Paul Ingrassia's book 'Engines of Change,' the author and car aficionado tells the story of America through automobiles.
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10 great summer cars
Wind in your hair, sun in your face – the summer drive is as classic a pastime as barbecues and baseball. For dedicated sun-seekers, the right machine can make all the difference, and since most of us can’t afford the demi-convertible Maybach Landaulet limousine, here are 10 fun-loving new models sure to keep a summer smile on your face. Climb into one of these this season, and you’ll be happy to keep driving duties for yourself.
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International Women's Day: Meet the 10 richest women
The day before International Women's Day, Forbes magazine released its annual billionaires list for 2012 headed, predictably, by men. But this year, 14 of the richest 100 were women. In honor of International Women’s Day, here’s a countdown of the Top 10, a list that includes a few mining tycoons, a media mogul, and a pair of Wal-Mart heiresses. Which wealthy woman snagged the top spot?
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Latin America Monitor Move over Beyoncé: Another American explores Cuba, 'people to people'
Like Beyoncé and Jay-Z, the Monitor's Linda Feldmann travels Cuba on a 'people to people' tour. Since 2011, such trips have had the sanction of the Treasury Department – a legal way for Americans to see the long-forbidden island.
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Airbag recall hits 45,000 BMWs (+video)
Airbag recall: The BMW 3 Series – 2002 and 2003 model years – is the target of the airbag recall. These cars are part of 3.4 million vehicles being recalled worldwide by six different automakers, including Toyota, Honda and General Motors.
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Focus Beijing is booming, but talent is leaving due to bad air
The horrifyingly bad air in Beijing is driving something of an expat exodus - as well as one by young Chinese executive types. The past three months have seen the worst air quality on record.
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Energy Voices The future of fuel-efficient, self-driving cars
Semi-autonomous driving is already here, Alic writes, and the future will clearly see self-driving and an increase in fuel efficiency. According to Germany’s Continental tech supplier, we’re looking at fully automated driving by 2025.
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In Gear February car sales strong despite payroll tax, sequester
February car sales were slightly weaker than January, but they were stronger than last year by 7 percent. Chrysler, Ford, Toyota, and General Motors saw their sales rise, while Honda and Nissan saw declines.
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3 novels about home and estrangement
Robert Frost once defined home as “the place where, when you have to go there, they have to take you in.” In this week's fiction roundup, three men estranged from their families find out if he was right.
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In Gear Russia wants in on the luxury auto boom
Luxury auto sales are booming in resource-rich nations like Russia, and Russia would like to get in on the action with its own luxury brands.
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In Gear BMW recall: 570,000 cars have faulty connector
BMW recalls 1-Series, 3-Series, and Z4 late-model cars in US and Canada for faulty battery cable connector. Vehicles can lose electrical power unexpectedly, causing engine stall.
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Energy Voices A123 purchase by Chinese firm approved by US. Are energy secrets safe?
The acquisition of A123 Systems Inc. by China-based Wanxiang Group Corp. passed its last official hurdle with the authorization by the US government. The approval comes despite concerns that the A123 Systems deal would expose sensitive energy technology to Chinese authorities.
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In Gear Ford Motor Company generates most 'buzz' in car industry, study says
Ford Motor Company generated more positive 'buzz' than any other automaker for the second year in a row, according to a study by marketing firm YouGov. Honda came in second place, behind Ford Motor Company.
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The Simple Dollar Luxury cars: Who needs them?
Hamm offers six reasons why he will never buy a luxury car, even if he had the money to do so.
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Tunisia seeks gold in former dictator's assets
Tunisia has been aggressively pursuing the assets of former dictator Zine El Abidine Ben Ali and his associates, seizing bank accounts, luxury homes, and one-of-a-kind luxury cars.
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'Storage Wars' lawsuit: Former cast member says show is rigged
'Storage Wars' lawsuit: David Hester, a former participant on the show, says he was fired because he complained about producers adding items to lockers to add drama. 'Storage Wars' airs on A&E.
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In Gear Wanxiang buys bankrupt battery maker A123
Chinese auto parts maker Wanxiang Group Corp. on Sunday bought A123 Systems, the bankrupt battery maker which supplies Fisker Automotive and others.
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Cover Story Inside the mind of Iran's Khamenei (+video)
Why Iran's iron ayatollah distrusts the US and what that means for nuclear talks and the possibility of war with the West.
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Sandy's silver lining? Superstorm boosts US auto sales in Nov.
Toyota, Volkswagen and Chrysler were among the companies posting impressive increases for November, which is normally a lackluster month because of colder weather and holiday distractions.
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In Gear Chevy Volt drivers top 100 million miles driven
Chevy Volt drivers have driven a combined total of more than 100,000,000 miles on electricity, as of last Friday, Voelcker writes. The number of miles is tracked by a counter on the Chevy Volt website.
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In Gear MINI, Lexus get top marks in sales satisfaction
The results are in, and once again, Lexus and MINI have proven masters of the sales process and making customers happy, according to J.D. Power and Associates. Why are Lexus and MINI so successful on this front?
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Disposable diapers or bare bottoms? China frets over potty training
As they rapidly enter the middle class, Chinese parents are scorning traditional environmentally-friendly split pants for disposable diapers.
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Culture Cafe 'Girl Meets World': Which original cast members are returning for the 'Boy Meets World' series? (+video)
'Girl Meets World' is a planned spin-off of the series 'Boy Meets World,' which originally starred Ben Savage.
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Texas man executed for killing woman during a burglary
Texas man executed: Mario Swain was executed for killing Lola Dixon in 2002 in her East Texas home. This is the 13th man executed this year in Texas, the nation's busiest capital punishment state.
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In Gear The auto industry responds to hurricane Sandy
Donations to victims of hurricane Sandy have begun pouring in from individuals, foundations, and major corporations, including the auto industry, Read writes.
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Vladimir Putin to get a new, Russian-made ride
Putin has decided to ditch foreign-made armored limos in favor of a Russian model. But experts say the move, while patriotic, won't change things for the utilitarian Russian auto industry.
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In Gear Camaro Hot Wheels and a roundup of today's car news
Chevrolet's Camaro gets a special appearance edition in the form of the Hot Wheels Edition, Ireson writes. The Hot Wheels upgrade costs $6,995 and is available on any standard Camaro or Camaro Convertible.
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In Gear A123 electric car battery plants to be bought by Johnson Controls
In addition to the $125 million acquisition, Johnson Controls will provide A123 Systems with $72.5 million to continue its operations at those two battery facilities, Gordon-Bloomfield writes.
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