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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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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.
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Terry Bradshaw: 10 quotes from the Super Bowl-winning quarterback
Here are 10 quotes from the former Pittsburgh footballer.
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National Spelling Bee: 10 winning business words
In the National Spelling Bee’s 85-year existence, a wide range of words have crowned the winners – from science words like ‘crustaceology,’ to musical terms such as ‘soubrette,’ and ‘appoggiatura.’ The list of winning words also includes several that could slide right into the pages of this newspaper’s business section. In honor of the 2012 Scripps National Spelling Bee, here are 10 business words from past years that have determined the champion. Will this year’s winning word make the list?
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10 things I learned about Harry Carson
Here are 10 things I learned about Harry Carson from his autobiography, 'Captain for Life: My Story as a Hall of Fame Linebacker.'
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High quality bonds: an oasis in a dry market
Corporate debt instruments hold promise for investors despite risks, financial experts say.
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US states step up efforts to help jobless
Armed with federal funds, governors have announced new programs ranging from gas vouchers to job training.
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US unemployment highest since 1983
Some 4.4 million jobs have disappeared since the recession began in 2007.
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reCaptcha: How to turn blather into books
Ten seconds of work has digitized libraries, whether the amateur translators know it or not.
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A better world through games
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Axed by a big business? Start your own.
Unemployed seek fulfillment in new careers from pet care to finding jobs for moms.
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Too much Obama coverage? Some TV viewers have had enough!
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Jobless claims overwhelm state offices
The unemployment rate rose to 7.2 percent in December.
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US job losses in '08 at postwar high
The rise in December's unemployment rate to 7.2 percent shows the economy is ‘cratering.’
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The 'McMansion' trend in housing is slowing
Economic hard times, plus shifting neighborhood and urban values, are key factors.
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Next move in Fed's most activist year
In its latest effort, the bank may cut rates to below 1 percent Tuesday.
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Obama and the wary left
Despite policy pullbacks and some appointments, most liberals are happy.
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US task: Put jobless into jobs
With biggest job losses since 1974, Obama plans massive public works.
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Is US now stuck with irrational pessimism?
In some ways, today's swoon looks like the flip side of 1996's 'exuberance.'
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Conservative bishops propose a competing North American Anglican church
Recent moves within the American Anglicanism, like recognizing an openly gay bishop, lead some traditionalists to set up a new church.
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Recycled building materials trim waste and are cheaper, too
Centers for salvaged and donated building material sprout nationwide.
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The true gift was more than a pumpkin roll
Fear of flying was forgotten when a young man on the plane began a conversation.
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Wanted: next growth engine for US economy
High-tech, healthcare, energy, or factory goods could rev up a year from now.
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Workers put down roots
A rough housing market gives rise to relocation resistance.
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McCain campaign predicts greatest comeback ever - of all time even
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Reporters on the Job
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McCain grasps for critical red states with 8 days to go
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Helping kids break stereotypes
First-graders learn firsthand about disabilities – and respect.
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McCain's Veep speculation hits frenzy
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