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Who handled Major League Baseball’s ceremonial first-pitch honors in 2013?
One of the most anticipated moments of any baseball season occurs when ceremonial first pitches are thrown at each of 30 major-league ballparks. Often the identity of the persons or persons doing the honors is kept a secret until the last minute. Here’s the lineup of the 2013 VIPs:
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How much do you know about gay rights in America? Take the quiz!
Throughout much of the 20th century, an admission of homosexuality could result in a felony conviction and a lengthy prison sentence. Even as late as 1970, Connecticut denied a drivers license to a gay man on the basis of his sexual orientation. Today, gay men, lesbians, bisexuals, and transgender people get considerably more legal protection. Twenty-one states plus Washington, D.C. outlaw discrimination based on sexual orientation, and nine states plus Washington, D.C. recognize same-sex marriage. But 39 other states prohibit same-sex marriage, either in their state constitutions or by statute. And LGBT people in every state still face bullying that can range from taunting to physical violence.How much do you know about the history of gay rights in America? Take our quiz to find out!
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Income taxes: Five changes for 2012
Here are new income tax provisions to watch for as you work through your 1040 form:
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Roe v. Wade at 40: Six questions about abortion rights
On Tuesday, the United States marks the 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the historic US Supreme Court decision that granted women the right to an abortion. Here is a look at the state of abortion rights in America today.
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14 Republicans who might run in 2016
The GOP has a history of nominating people who have run before, which could give heart to some familiar faces. But there’s also a crop of young rising stars who could steal the show.
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Opinion: A trip down the Monitor's memory lane
A serious newsroom calls for serious high jinks.
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Roundup: Other countries' efforts to develop and support teachers
A recent study identified teaching-related areas in which nations with high student achievement tend to have an advantage over the US.
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Even renters who are paid up are getting kicked out
Some 40 percent of foreclosure-related evictions involve renters. Congress and 13 states weigh giving them greater protection.
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Down times spark start-ups
Americans dealt pink slips chase new dreams, either by choice or default.
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From homeless to actress
A theater class helps marginalized women reclaim their lives.
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Obama redeploys his grass-roots network to push budget
Volunteers canvassed door to door over the weekend in the first big test of his ground support.
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Will deficits trim Obama's agenda?
Even Democrats signal adjustments are likely, given rising projections for budgetary red ink.
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Senator Dodd takes the heat on AIG bonuses
The public and political uproar could make what's expected to be a tough reelection fight next year even tougher for the Connecticut Democrat.
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The Tricking of Freya
A young woman finds she cannot escape her family’s roots in Iceland.
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Good-bye, privatization; hello, nationalization
The Monitor's language columnist observes how Americans seem to be losing (some of) their fear of a hitherto scary term.
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Lieberman loves Obama - disregard everything he said in 2008
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As big banks falter, community banks do fine
Unlike banks on Wall Street, these smaller banks didn’t invest in risky mortgage-backed securities or complex derivatives.
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Obama's overtures seek to help a spiraling Mexico
Mexico's drug wars are spilling over into the US, forcing Obama's administration to refocus attention on the border.
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Taking a page from Washington, cities craft their own stimulus
Unable to wait for federal help, they are finding ways to offer loans to local businesses.
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Good news! Pig odor funding remains in spending bill!
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Soldier's Afghan dog story comes back to bite
Don’t ask, don’t tell? Pets are forbidden – but the rules are often overlooked in Afghanistan and Iraq.
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For kids: On the road with Atka, the wolf
He's an ambassador on an important mission.
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Break out the rain gauge -- CoCoRaHS wants you
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A vow to take the plunge
He made a resolution to dive in the river once a month – even in winter.
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Fighting recession has become a new kind of warfare
Five months into the economic crisis, experts predict a years-long recovery.
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My thrifty Valentine: The thought counts even more this year
Americans plan to spend about 20 percent less on Valentine’s Day than in 2008.
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Obama's backers go to the Net for stimulus bill
At weekend house parties, his campaign supporters make a postelection foray into policy.
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Florida Gov. to President Obama: Show me the money!
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Radio rookies
Young DJs step up behind the mic to host their own on-air shows.
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Obama embraces states' rights on auto emissions
On Monday, President Barack Obama directed the Environmental Protection Agency to reconsider a waiver request by California and 13 other states to set standards on auto emissions – including those of greenhouse gases – that are tougher than federal standards.
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