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Top 10 states for clean tech
Clean Edge, a clean-tech research and advisory firm based in San Francisco and Portland, has ranked states for their leadership in clean tech. Here are its Top 10 picks:
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Spring training: 10 inspiring books about running
Spring is in the air. Lace up, put your shorts on, and pound some pavement!
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Briefing Roe v. Wade at 40: Six questions about abortion rights
On Tuesday, the United States marks the 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the historic US Supreme Court decision that granted women the right to an abortion. Here is a look at the state of abortion rights in America today.
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Senate freshmen: What the 14 new members bring to Capitol Hill
A freshman Senate class was sworn in Jan. 3, bringing diverse skills and experience – not to mention agendas – to the legislative body. Whether the 14 newest senators help break partisan gridlock, or refuse to work across the aisle, will be the test for the 113th Congress.Twelve were elected on Nov. 6, including three Republicans, eight Democrats, and an independent. In addition, a Republican and a Democrat were appointed to vacant seats after the election. Here is a look at the 14 and what they bring to the Senate:
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Briefing Four curious outcomes if the Electoral College ends in a tie
Here are four ways that a 269-to-269 tie in the Electoral College could play out in the 2012 presidential election.
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Tsunami warning: Japan evacuates northern coasts
A tsunami warning is out for the eastern seaboard of Japan.
02/27/2010 10:51 pm -
Hawaii tsunami a no-show. Tsunami warning lifted for Hawaii
The Hawaii tsunami turned out to be more bark than bite as the tsunami warning for Hawaii has been lifted.
02/27/2010 09:04 pm -
The Vote Obama on tsunami warning: Listen to local authorities.
President Obama stepped outside the Oval Office this afternoon to urge citizens to listen to local officials in light of today's tsunami warning.
02/27/2010 04:22 pm -
Hawaii's tsunami warning: How the US is better prepared.
How has the US become better prepared to forecast tsunamis?
02/27/2010 03:01 pm -
Hawaii tsunami warning: Hawaii begins evacuation on coasts
Evacuation efforts have begun in Hawaii because of a tsunami warning that was issued following a massive earthquake in Chile.
02/27/2010 02:33 pm -
8.8 magnitude earthquake hits Chile, tsunami warning issued for Hawaii
A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake rocked Chile early Saturday. A tsunami warning has been issued for Hawaii.
02/27/2010 12:02 pm -
Hawaii under tsunami warning after massive Chile earthquake
Hawaii is under a tsunami warning following an earthquake in Chile Saturday morning.
02/27/2010 11:59 am -
Hawaii tsunami warning issued following Chile earthquake
Hawaii tsunami warning issued early Saturday following this morning's massive 8.8 magnitude Chile earthquake.
02/27/2010 11:23 am -
The Vote White House 'closely monitoring' situation following Chile earthquake
White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs told a pool reporter that they are "closely monitoring the situation" following the Chile earthquake.
02/27/2010 10:36 am -
Chile rocked by 8.8 magnitude earthquake; tsunami warnings issued
A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck south-central Chile early Saturday morning, killing at least 85 people, knocking down buildings, homes and hospitals, and triggering a tsunami.
02/27/2010 10:06 am -
Tsunami warning issued for Hawaii following massive earthquake in Chile
An 8.8 magnitude earthquake rocked Chile Saturday morning triggering a tsunami warning for Hawaii.
02/27/2010 08:50 am -
8.8 magnitude earthquake hits Chile -- tsunami warning issued
An 8.8 magnitude earthquake shook central Chile Saturday. Pacific Tsunami Warning Center has issued a tsunami warning.
02/27/2010 08:29 am -
Horizons Bloom Box: What 60 Minutes left out
The '60 Minutes' Bloom Box spot revealed a lot about the clean-energy 'power house.' Here's information that didn't air on TV.
02/22/2010 03:29 pm -
Five reasons to resist the Valentine's Day hoopla
Gushy cards and all, Valentine's Day has become a $14 billion extravaganza in which Cupid's mark is your wallet. Here are five reasons to assert your independence from the goo of it all.
02/14/2010 04:36 pm -
Global News Blog Gen. Frederick C. Weyand, last Vietnam commander
Gen. Frederick C. Weyand, the last commander of all US forces in Vietnam, passed away on Friday. From Vietnam and Korea, where he was a battalion commander, Weyand surmised 'that Iraq and Afghanistan will be with us for a long time to come.'
02/12/2010 04:34 pm -
Snow in all 50 states? New storm could make that true.
The South faces the brunt of another major East Coast snowstorm. If the Florida Panhandle gets an inch or two as expected, then there will be snow in all 50 states.
02/12/2010 02:33 pm -
Diggin' It Peace and beauty in a quiet, green Hawaiian garden
A tropical garden fit for royalty.
02/09/2010 11:45 am -
Why NASA picked stormy Florida
Weather thwarts shuttle launches. But important factors favor this state.
02/04/2010 10:07 am -
In Pictures Inside President Obama's White House
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Hawaii on track to meet renewable energy goals
The fossil fuel-dependent island state is on track to receive 40 percent of its electric power from renewable sources by 2030.
02/02/2010 05:04 pm -
Photos of the Day Photos of the Day 01/27
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Will California gay-marriage trial go to Supreme Court?
As a federal court considers the constitutionality of a voter-approved ban in California, some gay-marriage advocates say a Supreme Court decision could be the best path to legalization.
01/26/2010 05:26 pm -
Will Americans raise taxes to curb deficits? Oregon a test case.
A ballot before Oregon voters Tuesday would raise taxes on high earners to lower the yawning state deficit. It is being seen as a snapshot of the national mood.
01/26/2010 04:35 pm -
Monitor Breakfast GOP officials: no sign of bipartisanship on healthcare reform
So far, top GOP officials say, Democrats aren't moving to work with them on healthcare reform. The Republican victory in Massachusetts has cost Democrats their filibuster-proof margin in the Senate.
01/21/2010 01:39 pm -
Into the Story
From Bill Clinton to Vince Lombardi, a collection of the best from journalist David Maraniss.
01/13/2010 09:14 am
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