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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?
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:
5 reasons graphic novels are the next big thing at your library

The book format is everywhere, from ESL classrooms to Ivy League libraries.
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.
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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The 'land art' of Andrew Rogers

Australian sculptor brings a rare civic vision to his geoglyphs the world over.
Cowboys saddle up for ... church? Amen.

Evangelical Christians round up the faithful in barns and riding arenas.
Where can working Americans afford a home?

They are still priced out of the housing market in many cities across the country, a new study concludes.
Your flat screen TV uses too much energy. So do your other appliances.
Energy efficiency can deliver big rewards

New federal standards could cut energy bills by about $16 billion by 2030.
Supreme Court weighs fairness of landmark voting rights law

Justices heard arguments Wednesday about whether a provision of the Voting Rights Act unfairly discriminates against jurisdictions in 16 states.
Job hunting? This week's unusual openings.
The Monitor's View: 'Sexting' overreach

Misguided teens who send racy pictures between cellphones should not be charged under child pornography laws.
How Mexico is tackling the swine flu

Schools and nightclubs are closed. Health officials have new powers to quarantine homes.
Swine flu: Be prepared, not panicked, White House says

The outbreak is small so far. As a result, the administration is not yet taking any drastic measures.
Education gaps create 'permanent recession,' report says

A new report calculates how much money the US has lost by not meeting its education goals.
What schools learned about safety since Columbine

A supportive culture on campus is key, but some schools rely too heavily on security technology.
Arguing the size of the "tea party" protest

In any case, experts see it as democracy in action, and that's a good thing.
Would cash-for-clunkers be good or bad for the environment?

Paying people to get rid of old cars is supposed to help the economy and the environment. Not everyone agrees it will do either.
First-time homebuyers jolt market into life

Low home prices and an array of incentives have sparked a surge of new buyers.
How you'll know the economy is turning around

Experts watch a variety of indicators both subtle and significant – from the sale of home hair-dye kits to the volume of used-car purchases.
New earmarks -- some are transparent, some are like Jimmy Hoffa
Charges against 'sexting' teenagers highlight legal gaps

The growing trend of teenagers sending seminude photos of themselves over cellphone presents a dilemma to parents and schools.
CBO: US deficit ballooning to record $1.7 trillion

Higher forecast will complicate Obama's bid to push spending plans through Congress.
Lawmakers target 'outrageous' AIG bonuses

Members of both parties are mad at the insurance giant. But big questions remain over what they can do about it.
AIG bonuses leave Obama in a tough spot

Public outrage over $165 million in bonus pay puts his political capital at risk.
A household balancing act

Domestic roles shift when one spouse loses a job.
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