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Statue of Liberty closing for modern update

Statue of Liberty closing: the Statue of Liberty will close on October 28. Liberty Island will remain open but the interior of Lady Liberty will remain closed for a year of renovations.
Superhero summer: Behind 'Green Lantern' and the rest, an American story

'Green Lantern' is just one of the comic book heroes on the big screen this summer. With their popcorn, moviegoers will be consuming tales molded by the American immigrant experience.
The Vote
John Thune isn't running for president. Who will make the first move?

The suspense over Campaign 2012 heightens, as Sen. John Thune (R) of South Dakota says he will spend the next two years focusing on his current job, rather than campaigning for the Big Job.
Tom Bosley remembered as 'Happy Days' patriarch

Tom Bosley passed away on Tuesday in California. Television made Tom Bosley a star, but he was also known for his work on Broadway.
97 Orchard

How cuisine and culture collaborated to cook up an American identity.
A green home history puzzle, solved

Answers to some questions about the history of Sheep Dog Hollow came from the home builder's grandson.
White House party crashers fit a new mold: Fame at all costs

On the heels of ‘Balloon Boy,’ the White House party crashers reveal that all the world is an episode of ‘Punk’d’.
Bright Green
US national parks endangered by climate change
America's national parks face challenges

Shifting climates and needed upkeep are issues facing America’s treasured spots.
Preserve US national parks

Americans must make a renewed commitment to their 'best idea.'
A grand reopening for Lady Liberty's crown

An estimated 15,000 visitors endured two-hour waits Saturday to visit the Statue of Liberty – but under new rules only 240 got to climb to the crown.
Lady Liberty to reopen her crown, as the US gets comfortable with post-9/11 security

On the Fourth of July, for the first time in almost eight years, visitors to the statue will be able to climb the spiraling stairs.
An ugly bias is back: blaming Jews for financial woes

Conspiracy claims die hard. But responsibility lies with all of us.
A new script for family drama

After a trip to the theater, she searched for a more accurate portrayal of family life.
It's spring – time to clean

When you're a neat freak, spring is the time to organize everything in the house.
New on DVD: 'Eagle vs. Shark' and 'The Golden Door'

New Zealand's 'Eagle vs. Shark' is on the wrong side of quirky, an Italian family immigrates to America in 'The Golden Door.'