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'Stop and frisk': 7 questions about New York's controversial policing tactic

A federal class-action lawsuit regarding the New York Police Department’s stop-and-frisk program has raised questions about the controversial practice made legal under a 1968 US Supreme Court ruling. But what is it, and does it work?
Is a pro-Romney ad racist? Five questions to ask yourself

Our Index of Racist Potential measures the degree that a political ad has the potential to evoke – consciously or unconsciously – voters’ stereotypical attitudes about people of color, regardless of the intent of the candidate or campaign team. To determine whether a political ad this presidential election season would score on the higher end (more racist) of our index, ask yourself these five sets of questions.
Commencement season: Speakers share inspiration, insight, and advice with college grads

It’s college graduation season and the strains of “Pomp and Circumstance,” which began in late April, will be heard at commencement ceremonies until mid-June. Many more speeches have yet to be given that impart the usual pearls of wisdom and advice on pursuing dreams, being daring, and contributing to society. Here’s a sampling of excerpts from speeches given to graduates around the country.
Who is Spain's Judge Baltasar Garzón? Five key questions answered.

Spanish Judge Baltasar Garzón was found guilty today on charges of illegal wiretapping and abuse of power. Garzón is known as a “super judge” because of the high profile human rights cases he has overseen internationally.
Thirty ideas from people under 30: The Faith Leaders

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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Opinion: Professors could rescue newspapers

A hundred years ago professors wrote for the press – free of charge.
Hip-hop's Arabic-language kin

Lebanese rap artists take genre back to its socially conscious roots in a society deeply divided.
Opinion: Touchy-feely 'Mad Men' ?

My mom's love letters showed a softer '50s male.
New HUD chief: simpler loans, more private lending
Fighting recession has become a new kind of warfare

Five months into the economic crisis, experts predict a years-long recovery.
Opinion: On Uncle Sam's role in public schools, Republicans have it backward

Federal construction money is OK; No Child Left Behind isn't.
Affordability of US homes reaches new record
Recession looms for NFL and Super Bowl
In Obama's rise, Kenyans see lessons for Africa

For Kenyans, the election of a young black man with direct roots in Africa has a resonance that goes far beyond home-town pride.
A modern bank run on Citigroup and Bank of America
Opinion: Do opinion pieces ever change your opinion?

Given the fixity of our partisan beliefs, it's a rare occurrence. Yet history shows that reason and rhetoric can win converts.
The cramped and creative world of the puppeteer

Anney McKilligan is one four people who operate 22 puppets – including squirrels, woodchucks, and possums – at a stage production in Connecticut.
Should we nationalize the Big Three?

As lawmakers debate a bailout package for the troubled Big Three automakers this week, we're seeing a word rarely spotted north of Venezuela or west of Scandinavia: nationalization.
Obama’s team of stars: Can he manage it?

Some inner-circle conflict can be of help to a president, but building a sense of teamwork will be key.
Opinion: Obama's change: minor or major?

Our policies will change: Will our values, too?
Opinion: Nepal's ban on private schools is unjust

Nobody should be forced into a single type of education.
Kids embrace the spirit of giving

Some start their own charities, tapping the Web to fund worthy causes.
Obama already holds bully pulpit

He’s moving fast to build his governing team, but wants to avoid endorsing the policies of President Bush, whom he visits Monday.
Traditional African textiles inspire modern art

Two New York exhibits showcase cloth traditions and new interpretations.
California votes down same-sex marriage

Voters in Florida and Arizona also approved similar bans in a setback for the gay rights movement.
'Free' is here to stay on the Web
Better to be a late-bloomer or a wunderkind?
Paulson crafts his new role

In essence, Congress is telling him to create his own financial recovery plan.
What China's tainted milk may not bring: lawsuits

The government is giving families free care but may ban legal action over contaminated formula, which has affected more than 50,000 babies.
Afghan civilian death toll undermines U.S. support

Afghan civilian deaths rise 39 percent. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates pledges to do more to solve problem.