Topic: Hurricane Sandy
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The Monitor's top 11 US stories of 2012
From storms to politics, the year was a wild ride. What are the most meaningful US stories of 2012? Here's the Monitor's list, in roughly chronological order.
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Top 10 metros for job growth
Some metropolitan areas have a booming jobs market, thanks to energy, manufacturing, or sometimes just the right mix of highly diversified industries. Here's a look at the 10 metros that have seen the largest percentage increase in jobs over the past 12 months:
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4 ways to get phone service the next time a hurricane Sandy calls
In the aftermath of a disaster such as superstorm Sandy, two-way communication is essential. Here are four ways to better prepare our phones and other devices for the next disaster:
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4 smart ways to rebuild after superstorm Sandy
Early estimates of the damage from superstorm Sandy are staggering. In the days ahead, once people's immediate needs are met, we must focus on rebuilding. It is increasingly clear that rebuilding efforts must consider the following four points.
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In Superstorm's wake: Erosion and questions on government-funded sand
Hurricane Sandy caused major erosion along the New Jersey coastline, slimming beaches significantly. Some question the wisdom of using federal funding to build up beaches that just get washed away.
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Home sales up, inventory down: good for home prices and for builders
The US housing recovery marched on in October with several positive signs: sales, prices, and permits to build new homes were up, and the supply of homes for sale was the lowest in years.
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Energy Voices
Are renewables stormproof? Hurricane Sandy tests solar, wind.Most renewable energy installations in New Jersey and New York appear to have weathered hurricane Sandy relatively well. Can they stand up to storms with even stronger winds?
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Stir It Up!
Turnip puff with buttered breadcrumb toppingWondering what to do with turnips? Boil a batch with a potato to remove any bitterness, then mash, and bake them with brown sugar and nutmeg to bring out a sweet flavor. Top the whole thing with buttered breadcrumbs.
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Energy Voices
Dust Bowl lesson: We can heal ecological disaster'The Dust Bowl,' part I, aired Sunday night on PBS stations. The Ken Burns documentary points to how the Dust Bowl was man-made – and overcome with smarter policies and practices.
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The Vote
GOP crafts new image as it hustles Mitt Romney out the doorAll the Republican Party needs to recover from its presidential defeat is a new message, a new image, and some fresh faces. And usher Mitt Romney offstage. That's it. Piece of cake.
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Superstorm was super-test for state and local leaders
Experts have given New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, and New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg good reviews for their performances after hurricane Sandy.
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Global News Blog
Syrians want to know: 'Are you okay after Superstorm Sandy?'With the sound of mortars in the background, Syrians in Aleppo express concern for our American correspondent and his storm-battered homeland.
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A political chill for charities?
A new Congress could cut tax deductions and funds for charities. States are also starting to clamp down on compensation for executives of charities.
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Stocks finish higher on optimism over budget talks
Stocks started lower Friday but spiked higher shortly before midday as the top members of the House and Senate spoke at the White House following a closed-door session with President Obama.
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GOP leaders Jindal, Christie, McDonnell, Walker begin jockeying for 2016
Less than two weeks after Republican nominee Mitt Romney came up short in his bid to unseat President Barack Obama, the next class of potential GOP presidential hopefuls is laying the groundwork for bids of their own.
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Change Agent
Volunteer Square matches willing helpers with charitable tasksA Connecticut website provides a place where people find volunteer opportunities, and nonprofits find new volunteers.
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Obama: Sandy recovery 'not going to be easy' (+video)
More than two weeks after Sandy struck, many are still struggling. On Thursday, President Obama visited New York to survey the damage and comfort some of those devastated by the storm.
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Lessons from Sandy: how one community in storm's path kept lights on
President Obama toured Sandy-hit areas Thursday, even as some communities still wait for power. Princeton University avoided power outages by using a 'microgrid' – and the idea is spreading.
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Stocks close lower after weak retail reports
Stocks closed lower for the third day straight Thursday after weak reports from the nation's retailers. Debate over the impending fiscal cliff is also weighing on stocks.
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President vows to stick by New York storm victims on Sandy recovery tour
Obama brought the spotlight to people still living without heat or electricity, and hugged many of those trying to rebuild their lives.
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The untold story of Obama's youth vote victory
Yes, the youth vote came out on Election Day and supported President Obama by a wide margin, but that's only half the story. Working-class youth mostly stayed at home.
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Chapter & Verse
National Book Awards go to 'The Round House' and 'Behind the Beautiful Forevers'The National Book Awards were given to writers Louise Erdrich and first-time author Katherine Boo in the fiction and nonfiction categories, respectively, while William Alexander and David Ferry were awarded the young people's literature and poetry prizes.
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Jobless claims hit 18-month high thanks to Superstorm Sandy
Jobless claims ticked up to 439,000 last week – the highest level in 18 months. Why the spike? A large number of jobless claims were filed in states damaged by Superstorm Sandy, according to the Labor department.
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Facebook stock jumps even as lockup period expires
Facebook stock soared over 7 percent despite more than 850 million shares in the company being freed up for sale. Facebook stock was expected to take a dive Wednesday, when the company's biggest lockup period preventing insiders from selling the stock expired.
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Energy Voices
Has Obama turned a corner on climate change?In response to a reporter's question during his first press conference after reelection, President Obama says he aims to curb the effects of climate change while growing the economy.
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Stocks slide as impasse over budget deficit looms
Stocks fell sharply Wednesday despite a signal from the Federal Reserve that it could launch a program to speed job growth.
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Chapter & Verse
Oxford American Dictionary's word of the year: 'GIF'The word 'GIF,' which has been ever-present in pop culture, beat out other terms like 'Eurogeddon' and 'super PAC.'
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Home Depot gains hint at housing market recovery
Home Depot shares rose nearly 4 percent Tuesday after the home improvement company beat earnings expectations in the third quarter. Glimmers of a housing market recovery and preparations for Superstorm Sandy contributed to Home Depot's strong perfomance.
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Home Depot soars, stocks fall in uneven trading
Home Depot earnings beat expectations, sending its stock up 3.6 percent. Despite signal of housing recovery from Home Depot results, 'fiscal cliff' in US and postponement of aid package for Greece drag down broader market.
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