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2013 Pulitzer Prize winners: 4 excellent books
Months before the Pulitzer Prize committee got there, the Monitor's book critics had already let readers know that these four books were something special. Here's why.
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15 best books of 2012 – nonfiction
Here are the Monitor's picks for the 15 best nonfiction books of 2012.
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8 steps to US energy security
If Americans are serious about making energy security a moon shot for this generation, the president and Congress must create an integrated rather than piecemeal approach for meeting this goal.Here's a plan to consider.– Steve Yetiv, August 15, 2012
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E. B. White: 10 memorable quotes on his birthday
E. B. White was a much loved and prolific writer, best known for his children's books. Here are 10 of his most memorable quotes.
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What recovery? Top 10 cities losing jobs
For some regions of the US, talk of an economic recovery is more wishful thinking than reality. Here are the top 10 metropolitan areas that continue to struggle with unemployment, from the Carpet Capital of the World to the home of an Ivy League university.
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'Citizen scientists' watch for signs of climate change
People with no formal training are helping scientists track and record birds, fish, stars, and plants in their neighborhoods online.
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On the horizon: News from the frontiers of science
Sugar-powered cars, a downside to bird feeders, and the dark core of Omega Centauri.
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'Citizen scientists' watch for signs of climate change
People with no formal training are helping scientists track and record birds, fish, stars, and plants in their neighborhoods online.
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Economic sweet spot: making maple syrup
In southern New England, producers' prices are up and international demand is high.
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$10 million quest for a practical 100-mpg car
Small innovators rule so far in the entries for the Progressive Automotive X Prize for the most fuel-efficient car.
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$10 million quest for a practical 100-mpg car
Small innovators rule so far in the entries for the Progressive Automotive X Prize for the most fuel-efficient car.
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$10 million quest for a practical 100-mpg car
Small innovators rule so far in the entries for the Progressive Automotive X Prize for the most fuel-efficient car.
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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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Long-wed couples serve as lessons in love
As Valentine's Day draws nearer, look to the marriages that have stood the test of time.
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Can Web-based worlds teach us about the real one?
Researchers are eager to study millions of online gamers that live in 'virtual' communities such Second Life, hoping to gain insight into our 'real world' behaviors.
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Can Web-based worlds teach us about the real one?
Researchers are eager to study millions of online gamers that live in 'virtual' communities such Second Life, hoping to gain insight into our 'real world' behaviors.
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The Monitor's View: Cash for school grades? It works.
Paying for performance can introduce students to courses they would never otherwise take.
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Nevada's unions fracture over candidates and caucus rules
No unity for Big Labor, as unions take opposite sides in a lawsuit over Saturday's caucus sites.
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