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10 influential authors who came to the US as immigrants
These 10 immigrant authors have all made significant contributions to US literature and culture.
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Andy Cohen: 7 stories from his new book
In his new memoir 'Most Talkative,' the Bravo executive and host recounts everything from high school to crazy experiences on his talk show.
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Seven retirement questions you need to answer
Retirement planning isn't easy. Nearly half of Americans don't feel financially prepared to live to age 75, according to a survey from Northwestern Mutual. But the process is a lot less burdensome if you break the task down into simpler parts. Here are seven questions to ask as you plan for your long-term financial security in retirement.
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Boston Marathon: five historic moments
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Ideas for a better world in 2011
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Opinion: Russia's payback
NATO disrespected Russia for too long. Now the Alliance must regroup.
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U.S. shifts 'hearts and minds' fight
Instead of trying to explain America, it promotes alternatives to extremism.
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For teens, few jobs this summer
The economic downturn pushed last month's teen employment rate to its lowest point in 60 years.
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How Clinton and Obama boosted feminism, civil rights
The primary contest helped both of the historical causes, though some tensions erupted.
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With new telescope, a fresh view of the cosmos
The gamma ray telescope, slated to launch soon, could yield insights into such mysteries as dark matter.
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Secret lives of students
How sex and spirituality relate (or fail to) on campus.
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Even the pros could benefit from Finance 101
The economic slump has roots in faulty logic and unwise moves by the financial elite, analysts say. Congress has designated April as Financial Literacy Month.
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Walden Pond and Global Warming
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On the horizon: news from the frontiers of science
Walden Pond and global warming, truckers don their skirts, and how Arctic flow can snowball.
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A year after Virginia Tech, sharper focus on troubled students
Many campuses have new practices.
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Stresses still high on U.S. military
Bush announced Thursday that Army tours will be cut to 12 months.
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Political clash sinks Massachusetts casino-gambling plan
House vote seen as big defeat for freshman Governor Patrick.
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Can Postum fans revive their beloved beverage?
Consumer campaigns hope to restore the decaf hot drink to store shelves; it's worked before, with other 'orphan' products.
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U.S. troops buy own gear for safety, style in battle
Since 9/11, the market for tactical war gear has grown to $150 million annually.
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In professional 'personal documentaries,' memories polished – and preserved
DVDs that chronicle people's lives – the ultimate memory keepsake – are centerpieces at weddings, funerals, and anniversaries.
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Raul Castro, the pragmatist, takes Cuba's helm
The National Assembly elected Fidel's brother Sunday to be president in a vote that signals minor changes.
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Election '08: For candidates, Iraq debate shifts
The question used to be 'withdraw or not'? But now, some progress in Iraq is prompting a more nuanced discussion.
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Why Romney fell short in '08 presidential race
By bowing out now, the GOP conservative leaves his options open for 2012
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After South Carolina: Can Obama capture a wider swath of voters?
The black vote was key to his decisive win Saturday. To be competitive in the Feb. 5 sweepstakes, he'll need a broader coalition of independents, young people, and affluent whites, analysts say.
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With South Carolina win, McCain is front-runner again.
Loss is major setback for Huckabee. Romney remains contender with win in Nevada.
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How African-Americans stand 40 years after the death of Martin Luther King
A statistical snapshot of black progress in areas from education to home ownership.
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The high cost of a free life
Novelist Ha Jin offers a realistic portrait of a Chinese immigrant’s search for purpose in the land of plenty.
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