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Uh oh, Sunday is Father's Day! What to do? Take our quiz.

Sunday is Father’s Day and we all know what that means. Or do we?Maybe a virtual trip to the NASCAR Father’s Day Gift Center (No, we’re not making this up. It exists on the Internet.) for racing socks or barbecue tools? Or, for the DIY crowd, perhaps an original piece of art based on Dad’s smiling face?But if you really want to know what’s in your dear Papa’s heart and soul, cozy up to our Father’s Day Quiz and get the real skinny on Father’s Day: what dads really want, why the day even exists, and why that LeBron James bobblehead doll may be talking to you, but not to your dad.

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Tim Tebow: Why an athlete, finally, made the cut as a 'Great Floridian'

Tim Tebow joins a distinguished group of 'Great Floridians,' including Thomas Edison and Spanish explorer Pedro Menendez, but, until now, no athletes. Could it be a calculated political move by an unpopular governor in an election year?
White House Easter Egg Roll: not just a few bunnies in fuzzy suits

Stars on hand will include NASCAR driver Danica Patrick, New York Giant Victor Cruz, actress Quvenzhané Wallis, and 'American Idol' alums Jordin Sparks and Jessica Sanchez.
The Vote Donald Trump CPAC speech: Is he a Democratic secret agent? (+video)

Donald Trump, speaking at CPAC Friday, envisioned a GOP turnaround that involves either repudiating basic Republican beliefs or doubling down on stuff that’s getting the party in trouble.
Regis Philbin will host new show for Fox sports network

Philbin will host a new weekday sports talk show for the network. It will be Philbin's first new show since 'Live! With Regis and Kelly.'
Fox Sports channel to compete with ESPN. Is that possible?

Fox Sports 1 will launch in August with the hopes of taking on ESPN in the 24-hour sports market. There's a lot of money to be made in cable sports, but competing directly with the World Wide Leader will be a tall order for the new Fox network.
Baseball fan can sue: Jury will decide risk of watching ball

An injured baseball fan can sue for damages, ruled the Idaho Supreme Court today. The fan lost an eye after being hit in the face with a foul ball at a minor league game.
NASCAR fans to sue? Maybe not

NASCAR fans injured at Saturday's race may sue, but experts say they'd have a hard time collecting damages.
After quiet week, Jimmie Johnson makes some noise winning Daytona 500

There wasn't a whole lot of attention paid to the five-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion last week. But when it counted most, Jimmie Johnson showed off his driving skills once again.
Fans in disbelief after NASCAR crash

On Saturday 30 fans were injured when NASCAR driver Kyle Larson's car crashed and chunks of debris flew into the stands in Daytona.
In Gear First 2014 Corvette Stringray is sold. Price: $1.1 million (+video)

Corvette Stringray goes for more than 20 times expected cost at an Arizona auction. NASCAR team owner Hendrick picks up 2014 Corvette Stringray with very first vehicle ID number.
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Act 3: global warming crusader

The Terminator took on global warming as governor of California. Now, Arnold Schwarzenegger has joined a Showtime miniseries to try to educate the everyman about climate change.
Decoder Wire Why Romney lost: Was the candidate the problem?

Yes, the GOP needs to do more to broaden its appeal to minorities, young people, and women. But Romney's problems in reaching voters may have had less to do with policy than personality.
Obama calls GOP 'dead wrong' for saying US in decline

President Barack Obama offered an optimistic message on the campaign trail in Florida. He said America, diverse and talented, is still on top, and promised to reduce the deficit without harming the middle class.
In (modest) praise of Barbie

A Christian Science perspective: A mother gives a second thought to the influence Barbie might have on her daughter. After all, over the years Barbie has had more than 100 careers, along with a variety of cultural backgrounds.
It's London Olympics meets 'Jersey Shore': Welcome to the Velodrome

From funny helmets to pizza-cutter bikes, track cycling at the Olympics Velodrome is one part aerodynamics, one part athleticism, and one part vaudeville.
Congress will allow the military to continue sponsoring sports

The House rejected a plan to trim military funding used to sponsor sports like NASCAR, in order to attract recruits.
The Monitor's View Baseball proudly wears its green

In pro baseball, which holds its all-star game Tuesday, more than the playing fields are green. Teams are rigorously looking for ways to cut energy use and become better overall environmental stewards.
Uh oh, Sunday is Father's Day! What to do? Take our quiz.

Sunday is Father’s Day and we all know what that means. Or do we?Maybe a virtual trip to the NASCAR Father’s Day Gift Center (No, we’re not making this up. It exists on the Internet.) for racing socks or barbecue tools? Or, for the DIY crowd, perhaps an original piece of art based on Dad’s smiling face?But if you really want to know what’s in your dear Papa’s heart and soul, cozy up to our Father’s Day Quiz and get the real skinny on Father’s Day: what dads really want, why the day even exists, and why that LeBron James bobblehead doll may be talking to you, but not to your dad.
Opinion What Obama and Romney aren't talking about: America's class divide

I am the proud son of a hardworking milkman. I also have a PhD from Yale. Therein lies a story of class mobility, an issue that is crucial for America's future and that ought to be part of the presidential campaign. Yet neither Barack Obama nor Mitt Romney will address class head on.
Subtropical Storm Beryl: Dixie beachgoers batten down for big Memorial Day soak

It’s not the way Memorial Day event organizers from South Carolina to Florida wanted the unofficial summer kickoff to go, with Subtropical Storm Beryl bearing down, threatening beach barbecues, but sparing the big NASCAR race.
Why is Mitt Romney serving warm cookies to the media?

Mitt Romney, branded as cold by critics, is on a new charm offensive. Romney appears to be trying to win over the reporters who will travel with him through Election Day.
Tax VOX Congressional courage on expiring tax provisions

A House subcommittee is reviewing dozens of expiring tax provisions. The political pressure to extend the subsidies en bloc is immense.
Obama's jab at Romney: Who describes a budget as 'marvelous'? (+video)

President Obama teased Mitt Romney for using that word. Was he being unpresidential? Or was it a smart, if subtle, attack on a rich guy who struggles with looking out of touch?
Obama's March Madness? Why he's taking British PM to hoops extravaganza.

British Prime Minister David Cameron is in the US, so why not hold the press conference at a March Madness basketball game? What do you think of Iran, Mr. Cameron ... and please pass the corn dogs.
Opinion After Super Tuesday: How damaged is Mitt Romney to run against Obama?

After Super Tuesday: The assumption is that Mitt Romney damages himself and the GOP as he continues to battle Santorum and others to the nomination. That's true, but only in part. The grueling primary process has also strengthened him. Just as it strengthened Obama in 2008.