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10 quotes from "E.B. White on Dogs"

In "E.B. White on Dogs," the famed author and essayist discusses man's best friend. Here are a few choice samples of White's writing on dogs.
Boston Marathon bombings: 5 books to read in the aftermath

In the wake of the tragedy, check out these five titles which address topics from patriotism to strength in the face of disaster.
Isabella Stewart Gardner: 5 books about the world's most audacious art theft

These five books – fiction and nonfiction – share a connection to the notorious March 18, 1990, theft of 13 masterworks from Boston's Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
Dog breeds: The most popular pooches in US since 1880

The American Kennel Club has been tracking the popularity of purebred dogs for 128 years as the number of recognized breeds grew from nine to 177. Here's of the country's most popular dog breeds by the decade, according to data released by the AKC:
The Super Bowl: 10 football books to gear you up for the big game

The biggest sports game of the year is just around the corner. Here are some books to put you in the mood.

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Decoder Wire Boston bombing. Ricin in D.C. Texas inferno. Any links?

Boston bombing case has no suspect or suspects, which has opened the door to speculation. But the fire in Texas appears to be happenstance, and an arrest has been made in connection with the poison-laced letters.
Modern Parenthood Time cover of terrified child at Boston Marathon is disturbing media trend

Time's tablet-only Boston Marathon cover shows a bloodied and terrified child in the arms of a police officer. The controversy sparked is not unfamiliar to modern Time covers that have used children in provocative ways.
Change Agent Patrons praise restaurant staff near Boston Marathon blast

Diners at Forum, a restaurant near the two bomb detonations at the Boston Marathon, laud the efforts of staffers who kept them calm and helped them to safety: 'They could have run like the rest of us, but they stayed there and showed us the way out.'
American Idol: Who demonstrated the most girl power?

American Idol recap: On Wednesday night, the remaining five female American Idol contestants chose songs from the 'Year You Were Born' and 'Diva Songs.' Did anyone top Candice Glover's performance of 'The Cure' from last week?
Boston bombing suspects? Authorities seek IDs of two men seen on video (+video)

Boston bombing suspects: Investigators in the Boston Marathon bombing are working to determine the identities of two men, one carrying a backpack and the other dropping off a bag, who were at the scene prior to the explosions.
Boston Marathon bombing suspect caught on video, officials said

In what was the worst terrorist attack on U.S. soil since 2001, three people were killed and 176 injured at the Boston Marathon on Monday. Investigators have not yet arrested anyone in connection with the crime, but they have spotted someone of interest in a surveillance video.
Whirlwind day in Boston bombing case ends, search for mystery man begins

Numerous media reports suggest that law enforcement has identified a potential suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing case in a surveillance video. But other news reports Wednesday turned out to be false.
Suspect arrested in ricin-laced letters case

According to the FBI, a Mississippi man was arrested for sending possibly poisonous letters to President Barack Obama and Senator Roger Wicker. There were other reports of mysterious packages in Senate office buildings and in senators' offices in their home states. Authorities are continuing to investigate the suspicious materials.
Decoder Wire Ricin roils Washington: How dangerous? (+video)

Preliminary tests indicate that letters sent to President Obama and to Sen. Roger Wicker (R) of Mississippi were laced with the potentially deadly poison ricin. They were postmarked Memphis, Tenn.
'Run for Boston' helps runners everywhere cope with marathon horror (+video)

Runners across the US – and the world – have responded to the Boston Marathon bombings with a determination to 'keep on running' to show solidarity with Boston and the victims.
Iran's Khamenei condemns Boston Marathon attacks, but takes jab at US policies

Iran's supreme leader was emphatic in his condemnation of the Boston Marathon attacks, but criticized the US for decrying attacks on its own civilians while carrying out drone strikes elsewhere.
In Kenya, home of Boston Marathon winners, 'sports more powerful' than hate

Kenyan champions and coaches today urge runners to participate in upcoming London marathon as protest against fear and for the spirit of humanity.
In Boston Marathon bombing case, significant progress and mass confusion

Media reports suggest that a surveillance camera at a store near the Boston Marathon finish line might have caught a glimpse of the bomber. But reports that he was already in custody were refuted by law enforcement.
Robert Reich Boston bombings: A moment of unity amid economic division

The Boston bombings have united Americans, Reich writes, but the country continues to split apart economically.
How to help after Boston Marathon bombing: Relief funds spring up

Among the efforts is The One Fund Boston, which is designed to be a primary vehicle for helping those affected by the Boston Marathon bombing. Funds to benefit specific individuals are being created, too.
Is Boston Marathon bombing suspect in custody?

A law enforcement official says a suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing is in custody, reports the Associated Press. But the US Attorney's office told The Boston Globe that there is no suspect, no arrest.
Global News Blog After shipwreck, Costa Concordia gets the musical treatment

The 2012 Costa Concordia cruise ship sinking is the loose inspiration for a new Bollywood-style musical to be filmed in Italy this summer.
Modern Parenthood Childhood as a garden: Don't let Boston Marathon bombings spread weeds

The Boston Marathon bombings may foster helplessness, despair, but they don't have to. Be proactive in helping others, says Dr. David J. Schonfeld. And allowing your child to express their feelings – in the comment section below, in private, or as Lisa Suhay suggests through gardening – can be salutary.
Opinion: Why I'll run the Boston Marathon again in 2014

Angry people set off the bombs at the Boston Marathon. We runners are angry, too, but we're going to use that as fuel to train harder and become better at the sport we love, so when we show up in 2014, we'll be ready to do our best in memory of those who fell on Monday.
Chapter & Verse Boston Marathon bombing: how it compares to the 1920 Wall Street attack

The 1920 bombing of Wall Street, which killed 38 and injured hundreds, was the deadliest terror attack on US civilians until Oklahoma City. The crime has never been solved.
Boston Marathon bombing: '6L' mark, circuit boards may be key clues (+video)

Investigators have scoured the crime scene of the Boston Marathon bombing for every possible physical clue. A crucial task is to collect as many bomb fragments as possible, to track where the parts came from and who bought such items.
An unexpected hero in Boston relief efforts: Reddit

Reddit provided a forum coordinate aid for victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. Overnight, thousands donated everything from pizzas to transportation to housing.
Boston Marathon attack: Circle of possible bombers narrows, experts say (+video)

Experts who follow radical groups inside the US look at emerging details about the Boston Marathon attack and see the work of a domestic operative – either American jihadi or antigovernment extremist.
Candlelight vigil spreads messages of peace and love in Boston

Hundreds gathered on the Boston Common for a candlelight vigil tonight. They sang songs and lit candles in front of banners reading "Peace here and everywhere" and "Boston, you're our home."
Marathons as 'soft targets' for terrorists? Why panic isn't warranted.

Boston Marathon bombings are prompting officials of other marathons to review security plans. That's a good thing, say experts, but concerns that terrorists might single out marathons are unfounded.