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14 acting legends over 70
Some say Hollywood may be ageist, with careers fizzling for most after they become senior citizens, but these actors and actresses buck that trend. Check out our list of 14 actors over 70 who haven't lost their touch.
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Beyond the 'fiscal cliff': 6 reasons to be optimistic about America's future
As Americans take stock of 2012 and gear up for 2013, it's tempting to adopt "decline think" about the country, especially since there is still no deal to avoid the "fiscal cliff" of steep budget cuts and tax increases. But here are six reasons Americans should still be optimistic about their future.
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3 new novels about young people on a mission
Characters wonder if they're the right ones for the job in these talked-about new novels.
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23 of the best new and upcoming cookbooks/food books for the holidays
A list of the best new and upcoming cookbooks to diversify your own culinary repertoire or offer as holiday gifts.
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Companies we love in 8 industries we hate
A trip to the bank doesn't have to be a nightmare. Here are the customer service winners in eight industries that customers hate, from airlines to cable companies.
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In Gear Chrysler recall involves airbags in 919,000 SUVs
Chrysler recall initiated because air bags can accidentally inflate. Last year, airbags in older Jeeps, Liberty SUVs inflated 215 times, causing 81 minor injuries, and prompting the Chrysler recall.
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Energy Voices UK Greens' tragedy: a partial solution to warming
The world is on the cusp of dramatic reductions in greenhouse gases if China replaces coal power with shale gas. But Greens are fighting the technology to do that.
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In Gear The auto industry responds to hurricane Sandy
Donations to victims of hurricane Sandy have begun pouring in from individuals, foundations, and major corporations, including the auto industry, Read writes.
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In Gear Battery not at fault in Hurricane Sandy Fisker fire
A fire that destroyed 16 Fisker Karmas in the wake of Hurricane Sandy was caused by residual salt damage inside a Vehicle Control Unit submerged in seawater for several hours, according to Fisker Automotive.
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Opinion: Hurricane Sandy blows climate change back on the table
Today is election day in the US, but climate change should have been on the campaign agenda months ago. It shouldn't take a disaster like superstorm Sandy to finally bring it back into the conversation.
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Wreck it Ralph: Biggest box-office opening ever for Disney animation
Wreck it Ralph sold $49.1 worth of tickets this weekend. Wreck-It Ralph is a 3-D animated family film about a video game villain who tries to break free of his role.
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HSBC money laundering fines could top $1.5B
HSBC has set aside an additional $1.5 billion to cover US money laundering fines. Europe's biggest bank, HSBC is under fire for failing to stop money laundering in its Mexican unit.
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In Gear Ford has best 3Q yet
With pre-tax profits totaling nearly $2.2 billion, Ford Motor Company had its best third quarter ever, Read writes.
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New York Stock Exchange will reopen Wednesday (+video)
After Hurricane Sandy closed down the New York Stock Exchange for two days, markets will reopen Wednesday. European stock markets rose broadly Tuesday after falling the day before.
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Robert Reich Romney's deceit
A misleading Ohio attack ad is the latest example of GOP candidate Mitt Romney's mishandling of the truth, Reich writes.
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Ford Motor Company: Europe spoils strong US earnings (+video)
Ford' Motor Company's third-quarter profit eased 1 percent to $1.63 billion as European losses swamped record North American profits. Ford Motor Company's revenue fell 3 percent to $32.1 billion as vehicle sales dropped in Europe and South America.
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Hurricane Sandy liveblog: Obama says government will respond 'big and fast' (+video)
President Obama met Sunday with Federal Emergency Management Officials in Washington. 'We will cut through red tape,' he said. 'We are not going to get bogged down with a lot of rules.'
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Hawaii tsunami: Smaller waves than predicted after Canada quake
Hawaii tsunami: Initial tsunami waves are small. But Hawaii residents got a good test of tsunami preparedness in the wake of Saturday's magnitude 7.7 earthquake off Canada.
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Chapter & Verse Penguin and Random House: Will they combine to form the world's biggest publisher?
Pearson, the owner of Penguin, and Bertelsmann, Random House's parent company, are currently in discussions to merge the two companies.
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Antarctic Ozone Hole 2nd Smallest in 20 Years
On the Earth's surface, ozone is a pollutant, but in the stratosphere, it reflects ultraviolet radiation back into space, protecting us from skin cancer-causing UV rays.
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Energy Voices Study: Canadians wary of Chinese oil deal
A survey of Canadian adults found that most reacted negatively to foreign control of their natural resources, according to OilPrice.com. Canadians are "not particularly supportive" of a proposed deal with the China National Offshore Oil Corp.
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Presidential debate 101: In oil drilling spat, did Obama make his best case?
A tense exchange between Romney and Obama on oil drilling was perhaps the most contentious of the second presidential debate. Here's a look at what was said, and whether it was accurate.
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Energy Voices Debate fact check: Romney stumbles on energy
In Tuesday's presidential debate, energy and energy policy came up repeatedly. At several points, Mitt Romney was right on energy facts but wrong on the context.
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Energy Voices Despite 'robust' growth, US economy remains 'below potential': OPEC
OPEC said it anticipated "robust" growth in the U.S. economy when compared to other developed countries, OilPrice.com reports, though "U.S. expansion remains below potential."
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Energy Voices Challenging the oil and gas industry's energy independence message
The oil and gas industry's deceptive campaign to make the public and policymakers believe that the United States is on the verge of energy independence is just a smokescreen for selling the country's oil and natural gas to the highest bidder, Cobb writes.
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Energy Voices Oil prices' new dynamic: too much oil, too little demand?
Oil prices could fall over the next five years as supply grows and demand languishes, a new report forecasts. Expanding production from North America and shift in demand to Asia behind new dynamic for oil prices.
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Wendy's logo gets a makeover. The pigtails stay.
Wendy's iconic pigtailed logo is getting an update for the first time since 1983 after months of consumer testing. The new Wendy's logo is part of the burger chain's effort to transform itself into a higher-end restaurant.
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Bufori cars: What makes the Malaysian luxury auto so special?
Bufori cars have emerged as one of the most sought-after luxury items among Asia's ultra-rich.
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The Monitor's View: What Pakistan can do after Taliban shooting of schoolgirl Malala
The Taliban shooting of Malala Yousafzai, a famous 14-year-old girl activist, should spark Pakistanis to not only end the Taliban but to emulate Muslim societies that elevate the status of women in Islam.
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In Gear What's the most popular color for new cars? White.
White was used on 22 percent of all new vehicles sold globally over the past year, according to PPG Industries, followed by silver on 20 percent of vehicles and black on 19 percent, Vijayenthiran writes.
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