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The Big 10: Just say yes to expansion

Deadliest Catch, Dirty Jobs: How real is reality TV?

Do reality TV shows like Deadliest Catch and Dirty Jobs tell it like it really is?

This Valentine's Day, can Justice Kennedy preside over your wedding?

He could, but probably wouldn't (although he attended White House party crashers Tareq and Michaele Salahi's wedding). But he might help you say 'I do' if you're a close personal friend or served as one of his law clerks.

Behind mid-Atlantic snowstorms: a rare weather pattern

Meteorologists see similarities between the weather patterns that have led to this winter's mid-Atlantic snowstorms and the Northeast's blizzard of 1978.

Is Al Qaeda’s new terrorist strategy making the US less secure?

Obama outlined his tougher security measures in the wake of the Christmas Day bombing attempt. But terrorist-related incidents in recent months raise questions about their adequacy.

Obama takes hands-on role in advancing healthcare reform

Obama has gathered congressional leaders to push through a healthcare reform bill. Democrats look for an end-run around the GOP by avoiding a House-Senate conference committee.

Obama: Christmas Day attack was a 'systemic failure'

President Obama dramatically changed the tone of his administration's response to the Chirstmas Day attack on Northwest Flight 253, saying Tuesday that information about the alleged bomber 'was not effectively distributed.'

Why has Congress set a Christmas deadline for healthcare reform?

If the debacle of August's healthcare reform town halls told Democrats anything, it was this: Don't send your legislators back to their districts without a bill to defend.

Healthcare holdouts: Joe Lieberman won't budge on public option

Sen. Joe Lieberman, an Independent who caucuses with Democrats, has been a key vote on important bills. He's been unwavering so far in his opposition to including any kind of public option in the healthcare reform bill.

When bills go to conference committee, what happens?

The usual rules don’t apply in conference committee, where House and Senate bills – including upcoming health reform legislation – go to be reconciled.

US House of Representatives votes to approve healthcare reform

The House voted 220 to 215 in favor of healthcare reform. But Saturday night’s vote also signals tough negotiations ahead in the next phases of the legislation.

Will talking change anyone's mind about climate change?

A new guide gives advice for talking with people who don't accept climate change, in hopes of getting them to change their minds.

Yankees win World Series 2009 on the back of Matsui

The New York Yankees win their 27th World Series title with a 7-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. In Game 6 alone, Matsui drove in six runs.

New Jersey governor's race: Obama’s 11th-hour pitch for Corzine

Corzine, the incumbent, is neck and neck with the Republican challenger in the New Jersey governor's race. Obama will make two appearances with Corzine Sunday.

Can Obama rescue Corzine in New Jersey governor's race?

Gov. Jon Corzine ropes in Obama to help him win a close race in New Jersey. Obama will campaign for Corzine Wednesday night.

Students' Obama song: Is there a better way to teach civics?

The controversy over New Jersey students singing about the president raises the issue of how schools should talk about contemporary politics in the classroom - including the first African-American president.

Democrats may go it alone on healthcare, but must close ranks

Forget Republicans. Democrats need to bring together their own centrists concerned about cost as well as liberals who still want a public option.

How House has handled other Joe Wilson-like moments

House Democrats consider a resolution of disapproval for 'You lie!' outburst.

What can House do to Joe Wilson for 'you lie' outburst?

Democrats want to punish Wilson for a breach of congressional decorum. Their options range from verbal censure to expulsion.

Don't pile mounds of mulch around trees

Instead of harming your trees with mulch volcanoes or cones, follow these mulch basics.

Long Senate record made Kennedy a giant in his own right

For decades, most major pieces of social legislation – from healthcare to immigration to education – bore the imprint of Sen. Edward 'Ted' Kennedy, who died late Tuesday.

Is Obama making a convincing case for the Afghan war?

The president must do a better job of telling Americans why the effort is central to preventing another 9/11, experts say.

Obama steps up attack on healthcare status quo

He's trying to appeal to Americans who are satisfied with their health plans, but many remain skeptical that the administration's plan would help them.

Why GOP is trending away from women in state legislatures

A study shows that the percentage of women in the Republican caucuses of state legislatures is shrinking – a concern, since statehouses develop political talent for the national stage.

Sonia Sotomayor's historic trial by Senate fire about to begin

She'll face tough questioning, but even Republicans expect her to be confirmed.