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The 25 best country songs of all time (+video)
Check out Country Music Television's rankings of the best country music songs ever released.
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Presidential libraries: from Boston to Honolulu ... or maybe Chicago
Presidential libraries can be found coast to coast, and may even go beyond that once a site is selected for President Obama's future repository of documents and artifacts. To quickly hopscotch around to the 13 official presidential libraries and museums overseen by the National Archives, plus that of Abraham Lincoln, check out this library list.
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The 25 best musicians of the Rock era
Who took the top slots for the best artists in the Rock-and-Roll era? Check out the full list.
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Elvis Presley: 10 quotes on his birthday
Celebrate the 78th birthday of Elvis Presley, “The King” of rock and roll, with these 10 quotes.
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John Lennon: 40 quotes on his birthday
Here are 40 quotes from John Lennon, who would have been 72 today.
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Harry Morgan remembered for TV's 'M*A*S*H,' as well as film roles
Harry Morgan didn't start out wanting to be an actor, but developed an interest in college. He eventually worked with some of the biggest names in film and TV.
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Six Picks: A british classic, parents' funny texts, Michael Bublé Christmas CD, and more
Smithsonian blog brings history to life, new website showcases humorous examples of parents' technological learning curves, Michael Bublé releases 2011 Christmas CD, and more.
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Wayne Newton to open Vegas mansion to public
Wayne Newton estate: A promotional tour is expected next month and Newton told The Associated Press he hopes to offer the first public tours by February.
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Chicken pecan bites with blue cheese dip
These tender little golden bites make a nice change from standard appetizers.
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Who was John Lennon? Interview with biographer Tim Riley
Lennon biographer Tim Riley talks about John, his relationships with Yoko Ono and Paul McCartney, and the mystique that surrounds them all.
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Fall house cleaning -- birdhouses, that is
One fall house cleaning chore is done outdoors -- cleaning out birdhouses so they'll be ready for next year's occupants.
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Fall books: 20 nonfiction titles you don't want to miss
From the energy crisis to The Doors, from Hitler’s Germany to Rin Tin Tin, here are the nonfiction titles that have readers buzzing this fall.
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Elvis Presley: His five greatest songs
Elvis Presley fans gathered at the Graceland Memorial in Memphis today to show appreciation for The King. It is the 34th anniversary of the day Elvis died on Aug. 16, 1977 at his home. Fans remember the romantic crooner whose gyrating hips and curled lip were the stylistic signatures of an icon who permanently altered American music and pop culture. Elvis grew up with musical influences of pop and country. Although Elvis had many hits, here's our compilation of the best five. What's your favorite?
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Elvis Presley: How well do you know the King of Rock and Roll? Take our quiz.
Thirty-four years after his death, Elvis Presley is still loved by millions and recognized as the King of Rock and Roll. Each year, thousands gather at his home, 'Graceland,' to mark the anniversary of his passing during "Elvis Week." How much do you know about the best-selling solo artist of all time? Take our quiz and find out.
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A trick to catch Perseid meteor shower 2011 in spite of a full moon
The Perseid meteor shower 2011 peaks overnight. The nearly-full moon will mask all but the brightest meteors, but even if you can't see the shooting stars, you can hear them on your FM radio.
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Ukulele: The little guitar that could
The tiny ukulele is back, with a new generation of pickers, crooners – even brooding rockers – plinking away and singing its praises.
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Trapped Chilean miners to appear on the big screen
Many say the successful rescue of 'Los 33' after their 69-day plight is made for Hollywood, but Chileans are cautious about how their society will be portrayed.
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Amy Winehouse album: the pluses and pitfalls of a posthumous release
Amy Winehouse fans have been hoping for a follow-up to her ‘Back in Black’ album. There are plenty of cautionary tales, as well as success stories, about how to do a posthumous release right.
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Why Michele Bachmann is no Sarah Palin
Newsweek's Washington Bureau Chief warns that Rep. Michele Bachmann should not be underestimated as a presidential contender in the 2012 race.
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Rejoice and Shout: movie review
The documentary ‘Rejoice and shout’ celebrates giants of gospel music and its God-centered heart.
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In his federal retrial, Blagojevich takes the stand and center stage
Last summer, when a jury convicted Blagojevich on one count and deadlocked on all the rest, he didn't testify. This time defense lawyers apparently are betting on his personal charm.
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Classic review: Bob Dylan in America
Sean Wilentz's study of enigmatic music icon Bob Dylan is at once a time-hopping biography; a catalog of Dylan’s myriad, eclectic influences; and a primer on American music.
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How Rahm Emanuel might reinvent Chicago politics
He takes over a city that will test his legendary toughness and may become a laboratory for addressing the problems that plague urban areas in hard times.
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Memphis largely spared as Mississippi River floodwaters near historic high
Gawkers gathered beside the Mississippi River to see floodwaters near 48 feet. Most of the flood damage was in low-lying areas outside downtown Memphis.
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American Idol: It was Haley Reinhart's night
American Idol contestants are down to the Final Five. The most impressive American Idol performances Wednesday night: Haley Reinhart, James Durbin, and Scotty McCreery.
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American Idol contestants rock, Paul McDonald peaks
American Idol contestants put on the best Idol show of the season Wednesday with rock 'n' roll hits. Paul McDonald and Scotty McCreery showed American Idol fans what they can do.
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In Pictures: Oscar's red carpet runway
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In Pictures: Teen Idol Hair
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Michael Jackson estate earns millions after artist's passing
Michael Jackson estate: The late artist was in substantial debt when he died in 2009, but the Michael Jackson estate has since earned $310 million and industry players expect the estate will continue to earn millions for years to come.
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Classic review: The Beatles
What can there possibly be that we don't already know about the Beatles? Read this book to find out.
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