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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:
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!
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.
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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At stake in Maine vote: a potential first for gay marriage

No state has ever approved gay marriage at the polls. Gay marriage advocates and opponents have poured into Maine in an effort to either break the streak or keep it intact Tuesday.
What the Dog Saw

New Yorker writer Malcolm Gladwell delves into everything from Enron to 9/11 to pit bulls.
Maine's vote on gay marriage draws national attention

For the first time, voters in the US could approve same-sex marriage. In other parts of the country – and in Washington – the push is on to legalize gay marriage.
Eco-renovation Reasons to hire a green renovation expert
Which states have the highest standards for students?

Each state comes up with its own standards for student achievement. A new study from the National Center on Education Statistics compares them. Here are the top and bottom five.
Reasons to hire a green renovation expert
A green home that saves the green

A century-old farmhouse gets a green home renovation – on a budget.
A green home that saves the green

A century-old farmhouse gets a green home renovation – on a budget.
Eco-renovation Green renovation – go it alone or hire an expert?

Do you need an environmental expert to guide you in a green home renovation?
Public likes public option for healthcare. Joe Lieberman doesn't.

Poll results tend to show that voters approve of the public option for healthcare. But senators like Joe Lieberman could vote the other way.
Green renovation – go it alone or hire an expert?

Do you need an environmental expert to guide you in a green home renovation?
How to keep track of climate change

Complex data, distilled and delivered in real time, could shed light on a global issue.
Eco-renovation A late green bloomer – Sheep Dog Hollow renovation

Environmental considerations come first in he renovation of Sheep Dog Hollow, although the owner admits she came late to the green revolution.
A late green bloomer – Sheep Dog Hollow renovation

Environmental considerations come first in he renovation of Sheep Dog Hollow, although the owner admits she came late to the green revolution.
Senate Democrats join Republicans in rejecting Medicare 'doc fix'

Thirteen Senate Democrats joined Republicans in rejecting a $245 billion 'doc fix’ to prevent cuts in payments to Medicare doctors. Majority leader Harry Reid said the Senate will address the issue again after health reform.
Death penalty is too expensive for states, study finds

State and local governments facing budget crunches can realize big savings by eliminating the death penalty, according to a new report from the Death Penalty Information Center.
Plant daffodils now for a springtime of color

They're easy to plant, come back year after year, and deer rarely eat them.
Tea Party insurgency marches into key states

But will Tea Party protest energy help or hobble the Republican Party? They're challenging some GOP candidates and could split the vote in those races.
Like Maria Shriver, many Californians break cellphone ban

California's first lady was filmed thrice talking on a handheld phone while driving. State highway patrol's cellphone citations are up from last year.
Colorado went to huge lengths to save balloon boy Falcon Heene

The National Guard deployed helicopters and Denver airport delayed flights thinking Falcon Heene was in a runaway balloon. He was safe at home the whole time, but many questions remain unanswered.
Eco-renovation Photo Gallery: Sheep Dog Hollow - framing a green dream home
Healthcare reform adds to troubles of Senators Reid and Dodd

Sens. Harry Reid and Christopher Dodd are leading the charge for a healthcare reform bill. But that makes it hard for them to run as moderates in 2010, when both will face tough reelection campaigns.
Photo Gallery: Sheep Dog Hollow - framing a green dream home
The heart of Latin art

It's not just folk, it's fusion. Exhibitions nationwide spotlight a bold and visionary tradition.
How Senate Democrats can get to 60 votes on healthcare

With 60 votes, Democrats can beat a Republican filibuster – and they're increasingly confident of getting there by wooing party moderates.