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The 9 weirdest things ever flown on the Space Shuttle

When NASA's space shuttles launch into orbit, they don't just carry astronauts and supplies into the final frontier. There's a lot of other weird stuff that makes the out-of-this-world journey, too. Here nine recent space oddities carried into orbit on NASA shuttles.
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In Pictures: George Steinbrenner through the years

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NBA lockout analysis: Blame the owners

NBA lockout means fewer games for fans. So who's the problem in this NBA lockout? Looking at you, owners.
The Circle Bastiat
Taxpayers grumpy about funding professional sports stadiums

The Minnesota Vikings are facing opposition to the latest plan for a massive-taxpayer funded stadium.
Mariano Rivera reaches baseball milestone Tuesday night

Mariano Rivera is one of the best relief pitchers in the history of Major League Baseball. The Yankees helped Mariano Rivera reach a special mark Tuesday night in Seattle.
The 9 weirdest things ever flown on the Space Shuttle

When NASA's space shuttles launch into orbit, they don't just carry astronauts and supplies into the final frontier. There's a lot of other weird stuff that makes the out-of-this-world journey, too. Here nine recent space oddities carried into orbit on NASA shuttles.
Tax VOX
The biggest tax policy mistake of the year

While politicians debate 2011 tax policy, Congress's inconvenient truth is that they still haven't passed the tax code for 2010.
Tax VOX
Attention, heirs: No estate tax, but watch for capital gains kicker.

The estate tax has been repealed for 2010, but heirs may find themselves owing more capital gains tax when they sell inherited assets.
Chapter & Verse
Oprah and Jonathan Franzen make peace

"Freedom" by Jonathan Franzen will be Oprah's next book club pick.
The Sports Economist
An economist’s tribute to George Steinbrenner

George Steinbrenner changed the way professional sports teams made money, creating an era of 'haves' and 'have nots' in Major League Baseball.
Decoder Wire
George Steinbrenner spent big on politics, too

George Steinbrenner had a long history of political contributions as well as baseball expenditures. Some of those donations got him in serious legal trouble, but they are most notable for how evenly he supported both Republicans and Democrats.
Tax VOX
In baseball and the estate tax, timing is everything

George Steinbrenner's heirs will pay no estate tax because he passed away in 2010, that is, unless Congress decides to retroactively restore the tax to the beginning of 2010.
Yogi Berra, Jerry Seinfeld fondly remember George Steinbrenner

Yogi Berra, Jerry Seinfeld, Hillary Clinton, and others recall George Steinbrenner as a man who was dictatorial, yet fiercely loyal to his friends.
Global News Blog
George Steinbrenner: Why The Boss was notorious in Japan

George Steinbrenner won no fans in Japan with his disparaging comments toward beloved baseball players Hideki Irabu and Hideki Matsui. Japan actually has its own version of the iron-fisted team owner.
Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 07/13
George Steinbrenner: architect of the multimillion-dollar athlete

George Steinbrenner, who passed away Tuesday, resuscitated the Yankees by the force of his will and checkbook. He was a trailblazer in the commercialization of baseball.
Steinbrenner remembered as 'The Boss,' in addition to charitable endeavors

Steinbrenner died early Tuesday in Tampa, Florida. He bought the New York Yankees in 1973 for $10 million. Seven World Series titles later, the Yankees are worth more than $1 billion, due in large part to George Steinbrenner.
Steinbrenner dies on Tuesday morning; New York and baseball in mourning

Steinbrenner died early Tuesday in Tampa, Florida. The New York Yankees won seven World Series titles under the ownership of George Steinbrenner.
In Pictures: George Steinbrenner through the years
Steinbrenner dies Tuesday morning; led Yankees to 7 World Series titles

Steinbrenner, a sporting legend, died early Tuesday. For more than 30 years, George Steinbrenner lived up to his billing as "the Boss."
Global News Blog
England will win World Cup 2010: J.P. Morgan

Financial wizards at J.P. Morgan have used 'Quant Models' to determine that serial underperformers England will win World Cup 2010, taking out Spain in the final match. Could it be?
The New Economy
Veterans day appreciation: Top 5 veterans in business

On Veteran's Day, Americans celebrate those who served the country as members of the military. But after trading fatigues for suits, here are the top 5 veterans who have left their mark on the business world.
Yankees win World Series 2009 on the back of Matsui

The New York Yankees win their 27th World Series title with a 7-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. In Game 6 alone, Matsui drove in six runs.
Is this the year - at last - for the New York Yankees?

It's been nine years since the Yankees' last World Series title – an eternity for New York. But the Yanks are well positioned to make amends, starting Wednesday against the Minnesota Twins.
In Yankee sweep of Sox, big-money buys made the difference

The series was a validation of the $423 million that the Yankee owner spent in the offseason.
Classic review: The Armchair Book of Baseball

Let the games begin!
The Yankee Years

An insider's look at Torre's years with the N.Y. Yankees.