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2 novels about dysfunctional families on vacation
These two novels center on family vacations that are anything but idyllic.
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5 best mysteries of the holiday season
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In Pictures: Europe's love-hate relationship with the Pope
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 06/23
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In Pictures: Obama visits Britain
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Global News Blog Scottish politicians fend off accusations of being 'anti-Scottish'
The long-simmering debate on Scottish independence has boiled over in Edinburgh, with one politician accusing colleagues of being 'anti-Scottish' for not supporting independence.
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UK roils Scottish independence referendum with bid for control
The prospect of a Scottish independence referendum has gained substantial traction among Scots and the UK's attempt to call the shots could backfire by stirring up nationalist sentiment.
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5 best mysteries of the holiday season
I've often thought that Ebenezer Scrooge's famous indictment of holiday well-wishers would make a terrific set-up for a mystery. "If I could work my will," said Scrooge indignantly, "Every idiot who goes about with 'Merry Christmas' on his lips should be boiled with his own pudding, and buried with a stake of holly through his heart." Failing that, here are five 2011 mysteries for the suspense lover on your Christmas list. A legend returns, officially; murder pays a visit to Austen; an Old Bailey hack reminds us how much we miss his creator; a Scottish writer returns to old haunts with a new hero; and a freelance journalist stumbles onto murder and Noel Coward impersonators in rural Michigan.
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Giant pandas, on loan from China, now living in Scotland
A pair of giant pandas was loaned to a Scottish zoo by the Chinese government. The pandas arrived in Edinburgh on Sunday.
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Scotland university fee plan riles the English
A Scottish government plan to charge UK students outside Scotland full tuition while providing a free education to Scotland-based students prompts accusations of inequality and discrimination.
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In Pictures: Europe's love-hate relationship with the Pope
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Sectarian worries as Scotland's 'Old Firm' renews its soccer rivalry
With Glasgow soccer teams Celtic and Rangers set to meet this weekend, Scotland is drafting new measures to stamp out Protestant-Catholic sectarianism rooted in the teams' culture.
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Fall 2011 movie preview
The 2011 Fall Movie Season is here, and we have your guide to all the films keeping you warm at the theater, complete with images, release dates, and our recommendations!
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Zara Phillips too busy for honeymoon, keeps name
Zara Phillips, who is Queen Elizabeth's granddaughter, wed rugby player Mike Tindall Saturday. The couple says they are too busy for a honeymoon as Phillips returned to her job Tuesday.
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Another phone hacking victim, another blow to Murdoch's power in Britain
Revelations of another phone hacking victim – the mother of 8-year-old murder victim Sarah Payne – adds to a culture war that pits Rupert Murdoch’s profit-driven ethos against Britain's establishment press.
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Zara Phillips, Queen's granddaughter, set to wed rugby standout
Zara Phillips wedding: Prince William and Kate Middleton, now the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, are expected, along with Prince Harry and bright lights from Britain's sports and show business worlds.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 06/23
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SlutWalk protests: A dress is not a yes
When women hurl the word 'slut' at other women, we aren’t just buying into the lie that some of us deserve violence more than others. We’re also lying to ourselves about our own safety.
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In Pictures: Obama visits Britain
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Iceland's volcanic ash cloud to cover British air space today
Authorities have already grounded more than 250 flights as a volcanic ash cloud from Iceland's Grímsvötn volcano covers British air space. They appear better prepared to limit the fallout after last year's Iceland volcano disruption.
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Who provides the royal wedding canapé? Royal purveyors, of course.
Some 850 individuals and companies hold the highly coveted warrants to supply goods and services to the royals. They supply everything from suits to cars to chocolates to food for a royal wedding.
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In Pictures: Royal wedding history
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In Pictures: Queen Elizabeth's birthday
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April Fool's Day history: five best-ever pranks
April Fool's Day history has been marked by many good pranks, but here are five of the most creative ever.
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Top Picks: '127 Hours,' Amos Lee's latest album, 'The Complaints,' and more
Danny Boyle's cinematic survival tale '127 Hours,' Amos Lee's soulful album 'Mission Bell,' Ian Rankin's intriguing detective story 'The Complaints,' and more recommendations.
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Saving Adam Smith's house
How much of the 18th century philosopher's Edinburgh home should be renovated for public access?
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Trains need a new conductor: the market
Railways usage is up, but fares and schedules don't meet the demand of passengers.
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In Pictures: Lunar eclipse
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Vivaldi concerto, lost for 300 years, found in Scotland
Vivaldi concerto: The extraordinary find, a 300-year-old copy of the Italian Baroque composer's original manuscript, comprises the parts for "Il Gran Mogol," one of a quartet of national concertos.
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Roman helmet auctioned for more than $3 million
Roman helmet: The helmet with face mask is described as an outstanding example of fine Roman metalwork. It was not designed for use in combat and would have been used during cavalry sporting events.
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