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Anthony Davis eyebrows and 5 weird pro sports trademarks
Anthony Davis, the presumed first overall pick of the 2012 NBA Draft, has trademarked his famed unibrow and phrases like "Fear the brow" and "raise the brow." 2012 has been a big year for sports trademarks. Here are 5 of the best.
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Hot toys through the ages (VIDEO)
No one knows what turns a toy into a must-have phenomenon. Some years,something pops out of nowhere and is immediately snapped up. Other years are quiet (including 2011, retailers say). Here’s a look back at seven toys that became blockbusters in their day and left an imprint on American culture:
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Kids tablets: Five touch-screen computers for the nine-and-under set
If Mom and Dad want to use an an iPad, why shouldn't Junior get a tablet computer, too? Many parents appear to be following that line of reasoning, but many child-development experts say it's best for kids not to have too much "screen time" each day.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 02/03
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In Pictures: Famous Aliens
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'American Horror Story,' 'Lincoln' earn Producers Guild nominations
'American Horror Story,' 'Django Unchained,' and others made the cut for the nominations distributed by the Producers Guild of America.
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The Monitor's View: Kids and digital media: removing the fears
Reports of Adam Lanza's war-game obsession and the new FTC rules on children's online privacy help refocus concerns on the effects of digital media on children. But parental anxiety can be channeled toward solutions.
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Modern Parenthood
5 tips for talking with children about violenceThe Newtown, Conn. school shooting has triggered a staggering amount of parenting advice. Here, distilled by Modern Parenthood, are five resources for talking to children about violence.
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Modern Parenthood
Media literacy for preschoolers: Parenting a savvy viewerMedia literacy for preschoolers isn't given much emphasis in schools, but parents can advance a child's media literacy at home.
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Opinion: To fight Taliban, US must give Afghanistan schools
President Obama and Mitt Romney both pledge to leave Afghanistan in 2014. But neither discussed the importance of establishing schools for the children of a war-torn nation where nearly half the population is under the age of 15. The Taliban are most scared of books, not bombs.
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Focus
Crunch time in Ohio, as Obama, Romney blitz to get out the voteBoth campaigns are swarming Ohio, knocking on doors and making phone calls to potential voters. In these last crucial days, getting out the vote in what may be the deciding state of Election 2012 is paramount.
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In break from tense campaign, Obama and Romney score laughs with standup routines
A sampling of the best quips from their stand-up routines:
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Decoder Wire
Obama Big Bird ad: a mistake, or shrewd? (+video)The Obama campaign's new ad attacking Romney for promising to cut Big Bird's funding has been criticized by conservatives, the Sesame Workshop CEO, and even some Democrats.
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Decoder Wire
Presidential debate 101: How much would US save by cutting off Big Bird?Eliminating federal spending for the whole Corporation for Public Broadcasting, not just Big Bird and 'Sesame Street,' would save about $445 million a year. It is less than a speck in overall government spending, but that's not MItt Romney's point.
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Mitt Romney pitches smaller government: Is his target realistic?
While President Obama sees sizable government as fostering economic growth, Mitt Romney wants to cap federal spending at 20 percent of GDP. Is that goal feasible – and economically helpful?
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Big Bird fired? Cut wouldn't end PBS or balance budget. (+video)
Mitt Romney's Big Bird comment in last night's debate took over Twitter and reignited the age old debate over federal arts funding. But would the subsidy cut really mean all that much for Big Bird's fate – or the budget?
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Modern Parenthood
Romney, Big Bird and Obama: Presidential debates and public mediaRomney and Big Bird from the PBS show 'Sesame Street' will be enemies if Romney wins the presidential elections in November. Setting off a social media firestorm, Romney informed the American public that funding for public media would be cut if elected.
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Big Bird endangered? The real-time tweets and Facebook reaction to debate
The Obama vs. Romney presidential debate was the most tweeted event in U.S. political history. Hot Facebook and Twitter topics: Big Bird, Jim Lehrer, and Mitt Romney's victory.
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Earworms and the 'mononymous' phenomenon
Doing a spell-check on a pop singer's name, the Monitor's language columnist is reminded how writers can get words, as well as music, 'stuck' in their ears.
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For the love of Britney Spears, The X Factor returns
On Thursday night, The X Factor aired the second part of its two night premiere. On both nights, Britney Spears received more attention than she bargained for.
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Healthy snacks: Cartoon stickers make kids eat better
Healthy snacks are more appealing for kids when there's a cartoon sticker, says study.
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Top Picks: The Forsyte Saga in a box set, the Blank on Blank podcast, and more
A webcam observes bears looking for a meal, "Jaws" arrives on Blu-ray, and more top picks.
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Modern Parenthood
Pete Seeger: Folk singer continues to connect families with musicPete Seeger, the American folk singer, talks to TV host Stephen Colbert about two forthcoming albums, inspiring one mother to reminisce on his work and how it continues to unite her family and, she hopes, the American family.
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Anthony Davis eyebrows and 5 weird pro sports trademarks
Anthony Davis, the presumed first overall pick of the 2012 NBA Draft, has trademarked his famed unibrow and phrases like "Fear the brow" and "raise the brow." 2012 has been a big year for sports trademarks. Here are 5 of the best.
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Global News Blog
USAID cuts funding for Elmo on Pakistan TVThe US cut $20 million for Pakistani version of Sesame Street. USAID alleges fraud against the show's producers, but the cutbacks come as the US is pulling back foreign aid.
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Maurice Sendak with the Wild Things, now (+video)
The beloved children's book author passed away at 83 after suffering a stroke.
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American Idol: Colton Dixon admits he doesn't care and is eliminated (+video)
American Idol voters proved that even the male favorites are not safe. Colton Dixon was voted off, leaving six American Idol contestants.
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Tupac Shakur hologram: how new technology is invading the real world
A hologram of slain rapper Tupac Shakur stunned fans when it performed at a music festival, but it was just one use of the updated technology, which is also guiding passengers at airports.
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Change Agent
Karen Armstrong argues for practical compassionThe historian has helped world religions unite behind the idea of a worldwide charter for compassion. Can it become more than just a nice idea?
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White House Easter egg roll: President, Mrs. Obama host annual children's event
White House Easter egg roll has been around since the late 19th century. The First Family played an active role in hosting the White House Easter egg roll this year.
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