Topic: History
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Playing the IRS card: Six presidents who used the IRS to bash political foes
Since the advent of the federal income tax about a century ago, several presidents – or their zealous underlings – have directed the IRS to use its formidable police powers to harass or punish enemies, political rivals, and administration critics. Here are six infamous episodes.
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20 most obscure team nicknames in pro sports
Most pro team nicknames make sense at some level. But there are a fair number of head-scratching nicknames. Here are 20 with explanations on their selection:
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5 reasons graphic novels are the next big thing at your library
The book format is everywhere, from ESL classrooms to Ivy League libraries.
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15 hidden meanings of popular food phrases
Discover the hidden meanings of some of your favorite food phrases.
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Top 5 bull markets since 1929
The bull market that started in 2009 is currently the fifth most spectacular rise in stock prices since at least 1929. Can you guess which bull markets have been even more impressive?
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'The Searchers: The Making of an American Legend': 8 stories from the set
In "The Searchers," writer Glenn Frankel explores the making of the movie which is often called the best Western of all time.
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Opinion: US leadership needed to prevent nuclear testing by North Korea
North Korea’s nuclear weapons test explosion underscores the need for stronger US leadership to prevent the testing, spread, and use of the world’s most dangerous weapons. US ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty would set a clear international standard.
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Bestselling books the week of 2/21/13, according to IndieBound*
What's selling best at bookstores across America.
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Presidents' Day 2013: Actually, there’s no such thing
We don't care what that newspaper ad says, there's no official 'Presidents' Day' holiday. By law, it's 'George Washington’s Birthday' honoring the Father of Our Country, and only him.
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Reader recommendation: The Last Runaway
Monitor readers share their favorite book picks.
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Saving Money Presidents' Day sales: Look for new deals throughout the weekend
Presidents' Day sales have already begun on a wide array of items, including mattresses, home goods, and clothing. But keep an eye out for more Presidents' Day sales to be announced throughout the weekend.
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Reader recommendation: The Invisible Bridge
Monitor readers share their favorite book picks.
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The Afrika Reich
Guy Saville's debut novel is a thriller with the heart of a blockbuster and the head of a history junkie.
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Reader recommendation: Berlin At War
Monitor readers share their favorite book picks.
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Valentine's Day: 12 classic love stories
Here's our list of 12 of literature's greatest love stories.
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LBJ love letters: Romance in a time without Twitter
LBJ love letters: The correspondence between the 26-year-old future president and Lady Bird were made public for the first time Thursday — Valentine's Day — at the LBJ Presidential Library. The love letters will be available to view online.
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Coolidge
Amity Shlaes offers a fresh perspective on the 1920s and "Silent Cal," but infuses her narrative with ideology.
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Opinion: Debate on gun control should ask whether Congress has power to regulate
President Obama called for more gun control in his State of the Union address last night. The effectiveness of his proposals have been the subject of heated debate. But both sides are missing the larger question: Does Congress even have the right to regulate or ban guns?
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Bestselling books the week of 2/10/13, according to IndieBound*
What's selling best at bookstores across America?
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Reader recommendation: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
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Paper Economy Food stamp use rises in November
The food stamps program increased by 141,067 recipients in November 2012, with the current total increasing 3.04 percent on a year-over-year basis.
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'Lore' features an unusual and absorbing heroine
'Lore' overdoes its symbolism at times, but actress Saskia Rosendahl as the titular character is impressively expressive.
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Bush family e-mails hacked: Was anything stolen of value (beyond privacy)? (+video)
Hacked Bush family e-mail released to date shed light on George H.W. Bush's 'kindness and good nature,' the family's concern for his health, and, perhaps, a preview of a W. art exhibit.
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The Monitor's View: A rightful airing of Obama drone policy
In the latest concern over war tactics against terrorists, President Obama had to release his guidelines for the use of drones in targeted killings. To help ensure constancy and consistency in civic values during wartime, Congress must openly debate this policy.
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New mission for Knights of Malta: rescue Europe's poor
The chivalric order of the Knights of Malta, which has an annual budget of $800 million, announced the switch of emphasis from Asia and Africa to Europe this week.
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Stuart Freeborn, the man behind Yoda's makeup, was a pioneer in Hollywood
Stuart Freeborn was 'a makeup legend,' said 'Star Wars' creator George Lucas. Stuart Freeborn worked on films such as 'Dr. Strangelove' and 'Planet of the Apes' as well as the 'Star Wars' films.
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Engineers of Victory
Meet the engineers, scientists, technicians, and logistical experts whose ingenuity and innovations caused the Allies to win World War II.
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Reader recommendation: Former People
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'Lincoln' factual flaw is discovered by Connecticut congressman
A 'Lincoln' factual flaw was spotted by Rep. Joe Courtney when he went to see the film in theaters. 'Lincoln''s factual flaw 'was really bugging me,' said Courtney.
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Dog breeds: The most popular pooches in US since 1880
The American Kennel Club has been tracking the popularity of purebred dogs for 128 years as the number of recognized breeds grew from nine to 177. Here's of the country's most popular dog breeds by the decade, according to data released by the AKC:
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