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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?
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20 most obscure team nicknames in pro sports
Most pro team nicknames make sense at some level. But there are a fair number of head-scratching nicknames. Here are 20 with explanations on their selection:
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5 reasons graphic novels are the next big thing at your library
The book format is everywhere, from ESL classrooms to Ivy League libraries.
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March Madness 2013: wilder than usual?
A 75th anniversary, by definition, should be something special. That's what college basketball fans are expecting as the National Collegiate Athletic Association's men's tournament (aka 'March Madness') shifts into high gear this week.
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If not 'sequester,' then what? Five ideas from left and right.
Few in Washington believe that "the sequester,” $85 billion in automatic spending cuts set to hit the federal budget as of March 1, is a good idea. But what's the alternative? Here are five proposals, from the right, the center, and the left, to replace the sequester. Which do you like?
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Underemployed: For some US workers, now any job will do
As US unemployment has climbed, so, too, has the number of workers who are 'underemployed,' or working in positions that do not fully utilize their education or skill sets.
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Arrow Trucking: Drivers band together to help those dumped by Arrow
After seeing their colleagues stranded by Arrow Trucking, truck drivers and companies reach out to help.
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Runaway convert case: family issue or test of sharia law in US?
A Muslim girl who converted to Christianity in Ohio fled her family because she said she felt her life was in danger. A judge ruled Tuesday that the family must discuss their religious views, though they are not required to meet in person.
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Gallery: Our Photos of the Year 2009
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Catholics face moral crisis between healthcare reform and abortion
Catholics have long supported healthcare reform. But many now worry that it might compromise existing restrictions on federal funding of abortions, leaving them with a tough choice.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 12/10
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Will Senate Democrats' healthcare reform tradeoffs seal the deal?
The healthcare reform tradeoffs reached Tuesday - no public option but expanded Medicare access - may help Senate Democrats win more moderates' votes. But it's still not clear they've got to 60.
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In Pictures: How's the weather?
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Obama jobs plan: big ideas, but a big hole to fill in hiring
Obama’s jobs plan is an ambitious attempt to spur a pace of hiring that’s far below normal. Small-business tax breaks, infrastructure spending, and energy efficiency are key areas.
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Anthony Sowell pleads insanity - legal tactic rarely works.
Anthony Sowell, the alleged Cleveland serial killer, pleaded insanity Thursday. His attorneys will have a difficult time proving that, experts say.
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John Demjanjuk, alleged Nazi death camp guard, goes on trial in Germany
John Demjanjuk, who prosecutors alleged worked as a Nazi guard at the Sobibor death camp, went on trial in Germany Monday. His is likely the last high profile case over WWII war crimes.
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Report: Obama's stimulus plan is creating new jobs
The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office reported Tuesday that the stimulus has yielded between 600,000 and 1.6 million new jobs. But the stimulus's overall economic impact is uncertain, it said.
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Five cities that will rise in the New Economy
From Seattle to Huntsville, Ala., five cities are poised to prosper in the New Economy because of exports, innovation, clean technology, and healthcare.
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Washington Redskins can keep team name; Supreme Court refuses native Americans' suit
Seven native Americans had sued to force the Washington Redskins to change the team name. The Supreme Court on Monday let stand a ruling that their challenge came too late.
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Unemployed workers learn to grow their own food
In Ohio, a private college teaches 20 families with unemployed workers how to put food on the table by growing vegetables
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Holder in the dock as critics focus on New York 9/11 terror trial
Attorney General Eric Holder’s decision was bound to raise sharp responses. Those who lost loved ones in the 9/11 attacks are weighing in along with politicians and pundits.
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Joseph Cao: the lone Republican who voted for healthcare bill
Joseph Cao, a House Republican from Louisiana, voted for healthcare bill Saturday night.
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On healthcare reform, House lawmakers get past the abortion hurdle
To pass a healthcare reform bill, addressing abortion is necessary in order to get the support of conservative Democrats. Lobbyists for Catholic bishops were part of the negotiation.
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H1N1 vaccine: Should inmates move up in line?
States are providing the H1N1 vaccine to high-risk groups, and in some cases that includes parts of the prison populations.
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Mullen: Obama has time to make decision on Afghanistan troops
Obama has been criticized for 'dithering' on whether to send more US troops to Afghanistan. But Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, says he's OK with the time frame.
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Texting while driving: the new drunk driving
Texting and driving – and gadgets like iPods and GPS devices – are a public safety epidemic.
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Republican Senators boycott debate of climate change bill
Republican boycott of climate change discussion leaves Senate Democrats going it alone for now. GOP lawmakers want more details on the bill’s economic impact.
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Economic stimulus: which states have gained the most jobs
The White House says the economic stimulus accounts for 640,000 jobs. But the picture is mixed across the US.
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Tapping Dumbledore's wisdom
A new campaign asks 'What would Dumbledore do?' as the latest 'Harry Potter' movie hits the screens.
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Gallery: It's pumpkin time!
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