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Thirty ideas from people under 30: The Artisans
They are explorers and activists, artists and educators, farmers and faith leaders – even mayors. And they have trenchant suggestions on how to improve the world.
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In Pictures: 'Tebowing': football's latest pose
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What is Somalia's Al Shabab?
The international community has more questions than answers about the Somali militant group Al Shabab, the target of Kenya's military incursion into Somalia. But they know how it affords food for its troops – and it's not from piracy.
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Unemployment rate giving you the blues? Try these top five cities for jobs.
Here are five large metro areas with the lowest unemployment rates and where unemployment is down at least half a percentage point over last year:
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In Pictures: Urban gardens
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Chapter & Verse
'The Hunger Games' stars will tour America's malls
The stars of 'The Hunger Games' will appear for Q&A sessions at malls in Los Angeles, Seattle, and other areas.
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Why Ron Paul says Mitt Romney can be caught
Ron Paul took second in Minnesota, and sees Mitt Romney losing momentum. Ron Paul is looking for a win in Maine on Saturday.
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Super Bowl XLVI: 20 pregame facts
Super Bowl XLVI features the New England Patriots(15-3) versus the New York Giants(12-7) on Sunday in Indianapolis.
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Chapter & Verse
America's most literate cities: Washington, D.C. takes the top spot
Seattle comes in at number two on the new list released by Central Connecticut State University, while Bakersfield, Calif. is ranked as the least literate city in America.
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Obama, here's how to help the poor: Educate both parents and their children
In his State of the Union address, President Obama touted ways to improve education and the economy. One solution – with a proven record of success – didn't make it into the speech: a two-generation strategy to educate families and bring them out of poverty.
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Occupy Wall Street? No, divest from it.
A growing bank divestment movement is pushing universities to move their money from big banks to small local financial institutions. So far, bank divestment successes are few and far between.
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Thirty ideas from people under 30: The Artisans
They are explorers and activists, artists and educators, farmers and faith leaders – even mayors. And they have trenchant suggestions on how to improve the world.
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Change Agent
12 simple ways to go green in 2012
If many people resolve to make their lives just a little greener in 2012 it could make a huge difference.
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'Layaway angels' and gold coins: Americans find new ways to warm hearts (VIDEO)
'Layaway angels' and the phenomenon of jewelry and coins being dropped into Salvation Army kettles shows Americans may be looking for social connections in their giving this holiday season.
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Homeless children at record high in US. Can the trend be reversed?
One out of every 45 children – some 1.6 million – is homeless, according to a report released Tuesday. That number surpasses the one set after hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
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Charlize Theron in 'Young Adult': movie review
‘Young Adult’ is a character study of childishness and cynicism in middle age.
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In Pictures: 'Tebowing': football's latest pose
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How Occupy's anti-foreclosure drive could sink the movement
Protesting in public spaces is protected speech. But occupying homes and lots to protest foreclosures, while dramatic, could result in many lawsuits, robbing Occupy of money and momentum.
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Tea Party Tally
Tea party activists audited by city. Would that happen to Occupy protesters?
For tea party groups, the audit by Richmond, Va., highlights long-running complaints of a double standard in the treatment of activists. The audit also puts a spotlight on free-speech regulations.
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Thanksgiving turkeys get presidential pardon (video)
Two 45-pound turkeys, named Liberty and Peace, got a presidential Thanksgiving pardon today.
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OWS: 'Occupy' protesters prepare for winter
"Occupy" protesters endured their first major snowstorm over the weekend. Will potentially dangerous winter weather hamper the movement?
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Terrorism & Security
Kenya, Somalia look for international help to fight Al Shabab
As much as half of Al Shabab's income comes from businesses in the Somali port city of Kismayo. Kenya and Somalia have requested international support for a naval blockade on the town.
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What is Somalia's Al Shabab?
The international community has more questions than answers about the Somali militant group Al Shabab, the target of Kenya's military incursion into Somalia. But they know how it affords food for its troops – and it's not from piracy.
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New images of protoplanet Vesta reveal mountain bigger than Everest
Planetary scientists are getting an initial look at the protoplanet Vesta via NASA's Dawn mission, revealing a surprising range of features – including long parallel troughs around the equator.
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Kraken monster ruled ancient seas? Scientists wary of new theory.
Kraken skeptics say a new theory proposing the existence of a real-life 200-million-year-old Kraken sea monster involves too much inference and guesswork to be serious science.
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Kraken lair? Paleontologist identifies giant sea monster's bone heap.
Kraken lair: A paleontologist says that the arrangement of and markings on bones of giant sea creatures in a Nevada desert indicates that they were devoured by a giant mollusc.
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Listeria outbreak: Victims file lawsuits, but will they receive damages?
At least five lawsuits have already been filed against Jensen Farms, whose Rocky Ford brand of cantaloupe has been linked to a listeria outbreak. But as a family farm, it has limited capital.
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Google Flight Search: quick way to find a flight
Google Flight Search can be activated from special page or main search engine. Results from Google Flight Search can be displayed on map and filtered for various options.
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Despite rush, you can still get Missoni at Target
Demand for Target's new Missoni-designed products overwhelmed its website and jammed its stores. But the rush didn't clear out all the Missoni items at Target.
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Turkey recall, part II: Are you affected?
Turkey recall by food giant Cargill involves lean ground turkey branded Honeysuckle White, HEB, and Kroger. The action follows a huge Cargill turkey recall in August.
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