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Who handled Major League Baseball’s ceremonial first-pitch honors in 2013?
One of the most anticipated moments of any baseball season occurs when ceremonial first pitches are thrown at each of 30 major-league ballparks. Often the identity of the persons or persons doing the honors is kept a secret until the last minute. Here’s the lineup of the 2013 VIPs:
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Eight open US Senate seats in 2014
Here are eight senators who have opted out of a reelection bid in 2014, giving hopefuls in both parties a rare shot at a US Senate seat – and, moreover, one that could flip control of the Senate.
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Senate freshmen: What the 14 new members bring to Capitol Hill
A freshman Senate class was sworn in Jan. 3, bringing diverse skills and experience – not to mention agendas – to the legislative body. Whether the 14 newest senators help break partisan gridlock, or refuse to work across the aisle, will be the test for the 113th Congress.Twelve were elected on Nov. 6, including three Republicans, eight Democrats, and an independent. In addition, a Republican and a Democrat were appointed to vacant seats after the election. Here is a look at the 14 and what they bring to the Senate:
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Gender pay gap: Top 5 best and worst states
The pay gap between men and women has steadily narrowed during the past few decades. Women earned 77 cents for every dollar men earned in 2011, compared with 59 cents in 1963. Here is a look at states with biggest and smallest gender pay gaps today.
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Top 10 metros for job growth
Some metropolitan areas have a booming jobs market, thanks to energy, manufacturing, or sometimes just the right mix of highly diversified industries. Here's a look at the 10 metros that have seen the largest percentage increase in jobs over the past 12 months:
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Businessman creates hope for struggling U.S. farmers
Bill Gross founded Farm Rescue, an organization that helps disaster-stricken farmers.
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Congress rushes to fill oil speculation loophole
Speculation can add $70 to the price of a barrel of oil, critics charge.
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Air Force shake-up may lead to deeper overhaul
Secretary Gates is likely to nominate a new civilian chief in days.
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Economic risks imperil climate bill
In the Senate, opponents focus on pump prices and tax consequences.
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Is Bush interfering with EPA decisions?
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On track toward record spring for tornadoes
The highest US total is from 1999, which had 676 tornadoes from January to mid-May.
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Teen use of drug 'Salvia divinorum,' as seen on YouTube, raises alarms
Parents and state lawmakers ratchet up pressure to outlaw the hallucinogenic herb.
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When innocence and guilt intertwine
Past and present overlap in Louise Erdrich's lyrical new novel.
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When innocence and guilt intertwine
Past and present overlap in Louise Erdrich's lyrical new novel.
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'A Step from Death' is a memoir full of poetry
North Dakota's poet laureate traces his life as father, farmer, and writer.
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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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Global warming not always to blame for extreme winters
Natural variations in weather can vary more than climate change signals, experts say.
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Global warming not always to blame for extreme winters
Natural variations in weather can vary more than climate change signals, experts say.
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In budget wrangling, cost of doing nothing grows
At stake are competing visions of how to restore fiscal stability and ward off a recession.
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From the front line of the abortion wars
Susan Wicklund explores abortion and her role as a provider in a memoir that often surprises.
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Congress and the economy: After stimulus bill, what next?
Congress is likely to try other economic boosts. The GOP wants to extend the Bush tax cuts set to expire in 2010.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about the extent of Barack Obama's appeal and the specifics of his campaign.
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After South Carolina: Can Obama capture a wider swath of voters?
The black vote was key to his decisive win Saturday. To be competitive in the Feb. 5 sweepstakes, he'll need a broader coalition of independents, young people, and affluent whites, analysts say.
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Schickele gets Bach to P.D.Q.
On his first album in a decade, Professor Peter Schickele (and his alter ego, P.D.Q. Bach) create cadenzas of laughter in classical music.
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In 'Breakfast with Buddha,' an average Joe meets a Siberian monk
A road trip to North Dakota proves a gentle forum for spiritual lessons.
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Beam me up, Rinpoche
On the road with a Siberian monk and an average Joe.
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