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Five things Ron Paul wants from the Republican National Convention

It looks as if Ron Paul is going to be an active participant in the Republican National Convention in Tampa this August. Here’s our take on the five things Paul hopes to gain from staying within his party’s tent in 2012.
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.
In Pictures: 'Tebowing': football's latest pose
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.
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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One athlete's story of competing in his country's first Olympics

Roman Cress, a junior-high assistant in Minnesota, will compete for his native Marshall Islands in Beijing – part of a five-member team the nation is fielding for its first Games.
More signs of trouble for corn

A sluggish spring could mean a disappointing harvest on top of already-high corn prices.
Will taxpayers be on the hook for subprime crisis?

Federally linked entities like Fannie Mae now back 98 percent of home loans sold by banks.
EarthTalk: How to recycle those threadbare duds

Even when a garment is too shabby to resell, there are still good ways to keep it out of a landfill.
EarthTalk: How to recycle those threadbare duds

Even when a garment is too shabby to resell, there are still good ways to keep it out of a landfill.
Wolf tracking in Minnesota's wilderness

On snowshoes and in aircraft, they pick up the trail of the celebrated predator as part of a wildlife retreat.
Wolf tracking in Minnesota's wilderness

On snowshoes and in aircraft, they pick up the trail of the celebrated predator as part of a wildlife retreat.
The post-Polaroid age: some still cling to instant film

As Polaroid discontinues its line of instant films, some photo pros stay analog in a digital world.
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Mutual funds: A ride reserved for the strong at heart

The first quarter of '08 witnessed many investors shifting from stock- to money-market funds. They may miss out on a recovery.
With gas costly, drivers finally cut back

A decline in miles driven is the first since 1980.
Young Tibetans question path of nonviolence

Unrest in Tibet has revealed a generational fault line that is likely to sharpen as Olympics near.
Pritzker architecture prize goes to Jean Nouvel of France

This year's winner is known for light, transparency, and 'poetic' use of technology.
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DoOneNiceThing.com inspires do-gooders to keep it up

The website grew out of Debbie Tenzer's pledge to make a small gesture of kindness every Monday.
What economic slowdown? Some spots still boom

Some states and many cities expect growth because they have the right industries or resources at the right time.
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Christians, Muslims move ahead on global talks

Religious leaders plan to meet this year in the US, Britain, and at the Vatican to defuse tensions.
Fed cuts interest rates, but lenders still wary

Despite a 3/4-point rate cut Tuesday, mortgages are costlier than a month ago.
Nonprofit journalism on the rise

At a time of layoffs and budget cuts at traditional newspapers, foundations and donors are funding new journalism ventures.
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Super Tuesday unlikely to settle Obama-Clinton race

The former first lady's imposing national lead among Democratic voters faded leading up to the 22-state sweepstakes.
Fed's tough call: how far to cut interest rates

A week ago, analysts expected a 0.5 percentage point trim. Now they're not so sure.
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