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Mitt Romney's five sons: What's their role in the campaign?
There’s no “Mitt Mobile” or Five Brothers blog like there was in 2008, but Mitt Romney’s five sons – Tagg, Matt, Josh, Ben, and Craig – still play a vital role in the presidential campaign. Here's a quick look at the Romney Five and what each brings to the campaign.
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Decoder Wire Russia spy case: Was US diplomat set up? (+video)
From the ill-fitting wigs to wads of cash and a 'recruitment letter,' the whole affair seemed more like a spy scene from a Judd Apatow comedy than a brooding John le Carré novel.
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Boston bombing: Amid city's slow return to normalcy, a moment of silence (+video)
In a gesture of support for Boston and respect for the marathon bombing victims, Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick ordered state residents to observe a moment of silence Monday at 2:50 p.m.
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Boston Marathon bombing: '6L' mark, circuit boards may be key clues (+video)
Investigators have scoured the crime scene of the Boston Marathon bombing for every possible physical clue. A crucial task is to collect as many bomb fragments as possible, to track where the parts came from and who bought such items.
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What would a Korean war cost? Gauging the economic turmoil.
If a real shooting war came to the Koreas, the economic disruption would be global, though Asian nations likely would pay a higher price than the US. Some economists fear significant long-term changes to international trade.
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Global News Blog China pushes for Arctic foothold, from a thousand miles away
As global warming pushes back the Arctic Sea ice, uncovering new natural-resource deposits, China is looking to establish its presence in the north.
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Missing teen found alive: How he survived (+video)
Missing teen found alive: Nicholas Joy went missing in the Maine woods when he took a "short cut" on a ski trail. The teen was found alive Tuesday. He used survival skills, that he'd learned on TV, to stay alive.
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Briefing Why did North Korea explode a nuclear device?
Despite - or perhaps because of - strong international pressure, North Korea conducted its most powerful nuclear test to date. Now analysts say that hopes for improved relations are on hold.
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Focus Will a makeover improve the GED's value?
With a focus on real-world applicability, the forthcoming new GED test is designed to improve students’ college and career readiness. But some critics worry that the cost will limit access for those who most need it.
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Mysteries swirl around North Korea's satellite launch (+video)
The US believes North Korea's satellite is out of control, but the South Koreans insist that it is functioning normally.
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Mitt Romney's five sons: What's their role in the campaign?
There’s no “Mitt Mobile” or Five Brothers blog like there was in 2008, but Mitt Romney’s five sons – Tagg, Matt, Josh, Ben, and Craig – still play a vital role in the presidential campaign. Here's a quick look at the Romney Five and what each brings to the campaign.
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Global News Blog Egypt's leading female voice for change warns that revolution is backsliding
Speaking at Tufts University, female Egyptian activist Dalia Ziada accused the Muslim Brotherhood of pursuing anti-democratic policies and said that women needed to be given more power.
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National Plug In Day: Electric car fans push pedal to metal
National Plug In Day celebrated the electric car in 60 cities over the weekend. Declared all but dead a short while ago, the electric car market is beginning to thrive. But can electric cars ever gain a meaningful foothold in the gas-dependent US auto industry?
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Cover Story How rising food prices are impacting the world
High grain costs, caused by severe drought, are hitting dinner tables from Guatemala to China. But the world has learned valuable lessons since the food shocks of 2008. Will it be enough to prevent social unrest?
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College students: New Hampshire is trying to stop us from voting
Five college students sue New Hampshire, saying a new form telling them they must, among other things, register their cars in the state to vote amounts to an illegal 'poll tax.'
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How can GOP steal young voters from Obama? Jobs.
In a shift, Republicans at their national convention are showcasing young voters. They acknowledge that President Obama has the cool factor. But they think they can woo young voters – many of whom are out of work – with jobs.
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Play time: Kids have less time, more imagination for make believe
New play time study shows kids are more imaginative and comfortable with make believe than they were 20 years ago, despite shrinkig play time during and after school.
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Focus Next week's Wisconsin recall: a test drive of themes for Election 2012
Wisconsin recall election between Gov. Scott Walker (R) and Tom Barrett (D) enters its last furious week. It is a proving ground for the themes and players of the national election in November, analysts say.
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South Korea to North Korea: Learn from Myanmar
South Korea's President Lee made a historic visit to Myanmar this week to boost long-frozen relations – and send a message to North Korea about the benefits of coming in from the cold.
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Mitt Romney's tithing: Do voters see it as very generous or very Mormon?
The strength of Romney's religious conviction now has a dollar sign attached to it. Will his tithing invigorate the unease that many Americans feel toward the Mormon church?
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The Vote New Hampshire primary: Will youth vote bring it on Tuesday?
Young people in New Hampshire turn out to vote more reliably than do their counterparts nationwide, data show. Ron Paul tops the youth vote heading into Tuesday's New Hampshire primary, a new poll shows.
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The Ron Paul effect: How he is altering Republican primary calculus
Ron Paul can no longer be dismissed as 'fringe' by establishment Republicans. He has the staying power to bring his message to the masses – and transform the Republican conversation.
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Happy Holidays: Six symbols of Christmas Google-style
Google has Happy Holidays doodle. This doodle celebrates the season with a two-dimensional holiday light display.
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Origins of America's favorite Christmas carols
An intrepid researcher tracks down the stories behind America's best-loved Christmas carols.
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International relations curriculum is not 'chalk and blackboard' anymore
Academics are still unsure how much technology and social media should be integrated into the international relations curriculum, but it's already transforming the classroom.
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Villages leapfrog the grid with biometrics and mobile money
In low-tech villages, biometrics and mobile money can level market spikes and allow a way for people to bypass the grid and still eat.
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