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Mother's Day 2013: 10 best books
Mother's Day 2013: 10 best new books for all kinds of moms
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Chemical weapons 101: Six facts about sarin and Syria’s stockpile
President Obama said Assad's use of chemical weapons would be a 'red line' for US. Did he use sarin or any other chemical weapon against his own people?
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3 novels with unforgettable main characters
These protagonists will still be on your mind long after you've reached the last page.
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4 ways US can boost cyber security
The US needs a proactive cyber foreign policy that goes beyond naming and shaming. Here are four steps the US can take to bolster its diplomatic efforts to address cybersecurity threats.
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‘Long Shot’: 8 observations shared in Mike Piazza’s autobiography
Check out some of Piazza's thoughts on baseball from his autobiography 'Long Shot.'
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Fearing recession redux, Japan announces $81 billion stimulus package
Japan unveiled a fresh $81 billion stimulus package Tuesday, as a rising yen hurts exports and domestic demand remains low.
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Opinion: The Copenhagen climate talks: It's time to consider 'how' to solve climate problems
There are few means of ensuring that countries that sign international agreements actually comply; bilateral pacts could fix that.
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A new step forward for robots
Engineers decode human balance to build walking robots.
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Is Hiroshima memorial a fair legacy for Harry Truman?
In Potsdam, Germany, debate rises over a memorial that marks President Harry Truman's 1945 decision to drop an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan.
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Clock ticking as Copenhagen global climate change summit begins
The Copenhagen global climate change summit began Monday with new urgency for a deal, and eyes on China and the US.
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Pearl Harbor Day 2009: three enduring mysteries
On Pearl Harbor Day 2009, here is a look at lingering questions such as: How did the Japanese fleet get so close to Hawaii without being spotted?
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Global warming: Why public concern declines
On eve of the global warming summit in Copenhagen, Denmark, an informal global survey shows that public interest in the issue is waning. But many people are taking individual steps to curb global warming.
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North Korea admits drastic currency reform, is silent on protests
Reports of protest, violence emerged from North Korea after a drastic currency reform that sets an exchange rate of 1,000 old to 1 new . A North Korean paper in Japan confirmed the reform.
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The Monitor's View: At climate change conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, the energy is in renewables
Progress at Copenhagen in curbing global warming may come from countries such as China and India wanting business in the solar and wind industries.
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Exit of GM's Fritz Henderson: Four messages
The unexpected departure of GM CEO Fritz Henderson signals the board's impatience with the pace of change – especially compared with Ford.
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Man marries video game girlfriend
Groom wore white suit. Bride dressed in red plastic case.
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The right rocks are essential for a rock garden
Choosing the right rocks and stones for a rock garden sounds simplistic, but this essential task isn't as simple as it sounds.
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Robotic exoskeletons: Suited for superhuman power
Exoskeletons – or wearable robots – strengthen soldiers and mobilize the disabled.
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The Monitor's View: Copenhagen's baby step on climate change: More electric cars?
China and US cooperation in promoting such vehicles is a concrete step against global warming. But how to measure claims in miles "per gallon"?
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Why 2012 movie is a hit in China
In “2012,” Hollywood for once casts China as the good guy. But some critics say the movie simply reinforces stereotypes.
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Indonesia: In this playland, kids pay to work
In Jakarta, Indonesia, a playland lets kids pay to enter its miniature city and work jobs from firefighter to tattoo artist.
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US to specify target for emissions cuts, at talks on global warming
A Senate bill's target for emission cuts is akin to level US is likely to offer in Copenhagen. Ahead of the global warming talks, other nations have been waiting to see US target.
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The strength of hope
A Christian Science perspective.
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On last stop of Asia tour, Obama targets Iran, North Korea
Obama addressed Iran and North Korea nuclear programs at Osan Air Base in South Korea. Obama also discussed free trade agreement with S. Korea President Lee.
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Opinion: How China and the US can boost the global economy
China must allow currency to rise. The US must boost savings.
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Obama in Korea: warmer welcome than in China, Japan?
Obama is expected to receive a warm welcome in South Korea, where top issues on agenda are North Korea talks and a free trade agreement.
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Obama on critical trip to Asia – but will he read Sarah Palin's new book?
Sarah Palin's new book, "Going Rogue," will be a huge seller, but sadly President Obama has no plans to read it.
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Opinion: Obama's mission impossible with China
His challenge: form a working partnership with a resurgent nation that eschews international leadership.
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The Monitor's View: Obama in China: Why not more US export jobs?
With 10.2 percent US unemployment, Obama in China should have pushed harder at trade barriers.
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