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Playing the IRS card: Six presidents who used the IRS to bash political foes
Since the advent of the federal income tax about a century ago, several presidents – or their zealous underlings – have directed the IRS to use its formidable police powers to harass or punish enemies, political rivals, and administration critics. Here are six infamous episodes.
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Briefing
IRS 101: Seven questions about the tea party scandal
How the tables have turned: The Internal Revenue Service is the one under the microscope now, as revelations emerged Friday that the agency wrongly targeted conservative groups seeking nonprofit status. Here’s an accounting of what has happened, along with the ramifications.
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20 most obscure team nicknames in pro sports
Most pro team nicknames make sense at some level. But there are a fair number of head-scratching nicknames. Here are 20 with explanations on their selection:
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Fortune 500: Top 10 companies in 2013
Fortune has released its annual list of the largest corporations in the United States, and there were a few notable changes in this year’s group. Here are the Top 10.
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GMO, Organic, and seven other food labels you should know
A quick, easy guide to nine commonly seen (and misunderstood) food labels, from 'GMO' to 'grass-fed.'
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Abortion rises again as election issue
South Dakota, Colorado, and California weigh measures.
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South Texas school district wins $1 million prize for student progress
Brownsville receives the Broad Prize for Urban Education for narrowing the achievement gap for its Hispanic students.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about feminism and the pro-life movement.
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California eyes going ‘green’ despite slump
Although a new climate plan would boost utility bills, some predict it will stimulate the economy.
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With Prop. 7, California argues its energy future
The ballot initiative would mandate more renewables. So why are many environmentalists against it?
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Warming seas create a massive chemistry experiment
Rising acidity in oceans and accelerating wind patterns may lead to unexpected changes.
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Review roundup: T-Mobile G1
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USA
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Are states next in line for federal bailout?
A bond sale this week will test whether private capital can meet California's shortfall.
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Report: Marijuana plots polluting US forests
The Associated Press reports that illicit marijuana plots are befouling US national forests and parks with toxic chemicals.
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Farewell to a favorite food product
Now that Milkman dry milk is no longer being made, walking the aisles of the grocery will seem lonelier.
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New voter: a young woman’s political awakening
Hayley Colley of Tennessee is among the Americans who, on Nov. 4, will cast votes in a US presidential election for the first time.
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Keep choice in healthcare
Reform efforts need a broader definition of healing.
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Will downturn hit Hollywood?
The box office may not be recession-proof this time.
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How green are the new MacBooks?
Having eliminated many toxic chemicals, boosted energy efficiency, and improved recyclability, Apple says that its new MacBooks are the greenest ever.
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USA
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Opinion: Financial firms need 'nutrition labels'
Wouldn't it be nice to know that your money is safe?
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A scramble to unlock bank lending
US regulators are cranking out an array of options.
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The yo-yo used in ways you won’t recognize
Aficionados converge in California to compete in a national championship that is more performance art than child’s play. Have you seen a 'spirit bomb?'
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Los Angeles finds its heart
Downtown L.A.'s cultural corridor struggles to define its profile and its audience.
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Chrysanthemum displays - not just for the front yard
Fall chrysanthemum shows around the US.
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USA
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What about Fannie and Freddie?
Lawmakers look to place blame for the financial crisis, but not (yet) on the institutions it had a hand in.
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The bonus of vacationing with dogs
If the dachshunds hadn't barked excitedly at the passing trains, we might never have noticed the Keddie Y.
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