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Playing the IRS card: Six presidents who used the IRS to bash political foes

Since the advent of the federal income tax about a century ago, several presidents – or their zealous underlings – have directed the IRS to use its formidable police powers to harass or punish enemies, political rivals, and administration critics. Here are six infamous episodes.

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Decoder Wire 'This Town': D.C. awaits book's tales of big shots and ultimate insiders

'This Town' – scheduled for release next week – skewers the inappropriately chummy, often insufferable incestuousness that is Washington today. Stay tuned for who is targeted.
Homer Bailey racks up another no-hitter

Homer Bailey threw his second no-hitter in 10 months and the first in MLB this season. Thanks to Homer Baily pitching, the Cincinnati Reds posted a 3-0 win over the San Francisco Giants Tuesday.
Derecho windstorms could sweep the midwest: Who is in its path?

Derecho windstorms can blow 75 mph winds for hours, across vast distances. This derecho could affect Milwaukee, Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and maybe Washington, D.C.
Tax VOX Why tax breaks might not bring home prices down

Harris argues that changing deductions for mortgage interest and property tax payments may not bring home prices down, as some critics of tax reform have said, and makes the case for pushing a more efficient tax code forward.
How did human 'cousin' look 55 million years ago? Fossil offers clue. (+video)

Scientists reported the discovery of the oldest known primate fossil. The species is not a direct ancestor of humans, but it lived relatively close to the time when the two groups split.
Editor's Blog Are MOOCs making education a monoculture?

The rise of Massive Open Online Courses is presenting higher education with a powerful challenge. Access to great teachers will help millions. But will MOOCs cause a massive college shakeout as well?
Focus In Bangladesh factory aftermath, US and European firms take different paths

The deadly collapse of a Bangladesh garment factory has galvanized European firms to try and improve working conditions, but US companies have been slower to respond. Why?
Change Agent An art museum uses technology to lure young patrons

The Cleveland Museum of Art is embracing cutting-edge technology to try to lure new audiences to its collection of masterworks.
Playing the IRS card: Six presidents who used the IRS to bash political foes

Since the advent of the federal income tax about a century ago, several presidents – or their zealous underlings – have directed the IRS to use its formidable police powers to harass or punish enemies, political rivals, and administration critics. Here are six infamous episodes.
The Selected Letters of Willa Cather

The novelist's letters are rich and varied and make a valuable addition to the world of letters.
Modern Parenthood Dolls look better without makeup; now if only we could buy them that way

What does a doll look like before she gets all, well, dolled up? Sickly, according to an image circulated around the Internet earlier in April. But artist Nickolay Lamm did his own investigation and found dolls without makeup are actually rather pretty.
2013 NFL draft: Bring on the beef

The 2013 NFL draft started with beefy lineman Eric Fisher. Then came beefy lineman Luke Joeckel, also an offensive tackle. The quarterbacks didn't show up in the 2013 NFL draft till the No. 16 draft pick, Florida State's EJ Manuel.
USA Update Kermit Gosnell defense rests without calling any witnesses (+video)

In a Philadelphia courtroom Wednesday, Kermit Gosnell's attorney declined to call any witnesses. Gosnell is charged with murder in the deaths of infants during late-term abortion.
Star Wars actor dies: His 'disturbing' Star Wars role outshone a long career

Star Wars actor Richard LeParmentier died this morning in Austin. "Every time we find someone's lack of faith disturbing, we'll think of him," said his family in a statement.
Marathons as 'soft targets' for terrorists? Why panic isn't warranted.

Boston Marathon bombings are prompting officials of other marathons to review security plans. That's a good thing, say experts, but concerns that terrorists might single out marathons are unfounded.
Aurora Borealis tonight? Dazzling northern lights forecast

Aurora Borealis tonight? Yes, New York, Pennsylvania, and parts of the US Midwest could see a rare spectacular aurora borealis light show tonight, based on the forecasts.
Jack Johnson pardon? Fans create YouTube plea to Obama.

Jack Johnson, the first African-American heavyweight champ, was convicted of transporting a white woman across state lines for 'immoral purposes.'
Colt McCoy traded: Cleveland QB shipped to San Francisco for draft picks

Colt McCoy traded: The Texas signal caller was going to be the Browns quarterback of the future. But Cleveland stumbled, resulting in Colt McCoy being traded.
Subway hero: Man jumps to rescue of stranger on Philly tracks

Christopher Knafelc, from Philadelphia, put himself in danger Thursday when he leaped onto the subway tracks to help a stranger who had fallen. Knafelc, who has a colorful past, was able to halt train traffic.
Global Viewpoint Why the US will fare better than Europe in economic recovery

In an interview, the former president of Chile, Ricardo Lagos, says that today’s global financial crisis is mainly a political failure rather than an economic one. The US will probably do much better in its financial recovery because its central bank, unlike Europe’s, has the powers it needs.
Stocks inch higher; Dow on seven-day streak

Stocks closed higher on Wall Street Monday with the Dow Jones industrial average rising for the seventh day running. The stock market's fast start has prompted some analysts to worry that the rally could quickly fizzle out.
Chipper Jones in Yankee pinstripes? Not likely

Chipper Jones tweeted that he was 'flattered' by the Yankees rumor, but likes his 'life as a bad golfer.' Chipper Jones retired from the Atlanta Braves last season.
Opinion 3 ways you can combat sex trafficking

It is estimated that 27 million slaves are being held worldwide, with the most common form being sexual exploitation of women and girls. What can be done about this global and complex problem? Here are three key ways that you can make a difference.
European Commission fines Microsoft, warns others

In an unprecedented move Wednesday, the European Commission fined Microsoft Corp for failing to follow through on a commitment it made to give customers a clear choice of web browser. The fine of 561 million euros ($731 million) represents 1 percent of Microsoft's annual sales.
$56 million golden parachute awaits Heinz CEO, if fired (+video)

$56 million golden parachute? That's what awaits Heinz CEO William Johnson if he is fired by the company's new owners. In addition to the $56 million golden parachute, Johnson is entitled to a payout of $99.7 million in vested stock and $57 million in deferred compensation benefits that he accrued over his 30-year career with Heinz.