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F. Scott Fitzgerald: 10 quotes on his birthday
Here are 10 memorable quotes from America's great 20th-century author F. Scott Fitzgerald.
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In Pictures: America's Food Renaissance
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Election 101: Tim Pawlenty as 'everyman's' candidate? Ten points about who he is.
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Five mistakes to avoid on your college application
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Gallery: Babies in politics
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Gay marriage clears Minnesota House, heads to Senate
If the Minnesota Senate votes to legalize gay marriage next Monday, as expected, it will be the 12th state in the US to offer full marriage equality, following on the heels of Rhode Island and Delaware.
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Cleveland captives likened to prisoners of war. How can they recover?
The brutality alleged by the three women now freed in Cleveland makes their case different from other high-profile kidnappings and escapes, experts say. Overcoming intense fear and hopelessness could be key to their recovery.
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Gay marriage hat trick: Will Minnesota make three?
As the US awaits the Supreme Court's ruling on marriage laws for same-sex couples, the states are approaching a gay marriage hat trick: Rhode Island last week, Delaware today, and possibly Minnesota by Saturday.
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For Amanda Berry and other Cleveland victims, recovery begins with patience (+video)
Amanda Berry and the two other victims of the Cleveland kidnappings are now reemerging into a different world from the one they left 10 years ago – and as different people. Experts' advice: Go slowly.
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Obama said to be close to naming Perez for Department of Labor
Sources close to the president have told the Associated Press civil rights official Thomas Perez is likely to be President Barack Obama's choice to head the Department of Labor.
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Home sales: Is a 'seller's market' pending? (+video)
Pending home sales and existing home sales are rising, which is shrinking the inventories of available homes. Some experts are now saying the unthinkable: A seller's market is pending.
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Moon rocks discovered in Minnesota, but more rocks missing
The Minnesota National Guard said it found some missing Apollo 11 moon rocks. The discovery in Minnesota now leaves 11 states, including Massachusetts, Texas and Wisconsin, still missing their Apollo 11 moon rocks.
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Wolf hunting returns to Wisconsin: But how humane will it be?
Wisconsin will open its first wolf-hunting season in decades Monday – a testament to the recovery of the Midwestern population. But native American groups are opposed and controversy still swirls about the use of dogs.
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F. Scott Fitzgerald: 10 quotes on his birthday
Here are 10 memorable quotes from America's great 20th-century author F. Scott Fitzgerald.
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Hurricane Isaac delays start of Republican National Convention in Tampa
As in 2008, Republicans scramble to adjust speaking and travel schedules to cope with the hurricane. The vote to formally nominate Mitt Romney shifts to Tuesday – for now. Stay tuned.
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Hay shortage sows distress among US livestock owners
Many ranchers and other livestock owners are in a frantic search for hay, as yields shrink amid worst drought in America in 56 years. Some are selling animals for cheap. Beef prices are projected to rise.
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Decoder Wire Is Ron Paul getting a raw deal from the RNC?
Ahead of the GOP convention next week, former GOP presidential contender Ron Paul and Republican National Committee (on behalf of Mitt Romney) are near a deal over whose delegates will get seated from the states of Louisiana, Massachusetts, and Maine.
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Decoder Wire Will Stephen Colbert mess up Mitt Romney's VP rollout?
Stephen Colbert, playing with the theory that Mitt Romney's team will be polishing the Wikipedia entry of his VP choice, urged viewers to recklessly edit entries of potential picks. Wikipedia was not amused.
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Best Buy offer: Founder wants to rescue ailing electronics giant
Best Buy offer from the company's co-founder would take the electronics seller private only months after leaving as the company's chairman following a scandal involving its CEO. The Best Buy offer values the company at $8.84 billion.
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Colorado shooting: If a school is warned about a student, what must it do?
Members of a University of Colorado threat assessment team reportedly were told about James Holmes, the Colorado shooting suspect, just before he quit school, raising questions about the team's obligations.
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London 2012 fencing: US women knocked out, will China get its first gold?
London 2012 fencing: The US is out of women's individual epee fencing. The gold, silver, and bronze medals battled is between China, the Ukraine, South Korea, and Germany.
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Decoder Wire Should Sarah Palin speak at GOP convention? (+video)
Sarah Palin electrified the 2008 GOP convention, but many gaffes later, even conservative critics are wary of how a Palin speech in Tampa could impact the 2012 race and presumptive GOP standard-bearer, Mitt Romney.
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Adoption: Minnesota reflects trend in plummeting adoption rates
Tighter international regulations have caused the number of intercountry adoptions to drop in recent years, forcing agencies in Minnesota, the leading state for overseas adoptions, to scale back services – and making families wait longer.
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Wisconsin recall: a big deal for GOP conservatives, not just Scott Walker (+video)
For the conservative wing of the Republican Party, the Wisconsin recall election on Tuesday is a test of core GOP doctrine. Of course, Gov. Scott Walker's career hangs in the balance, too.
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The public library as community center: books, latte, yoga
The public library branches out with new ways to bring bodies to the stacks. Nationwide librarians are developing a community center model where visitors can do everything from drink their latte and do yoga, to speed dating and tax preparation – all while getting closer to books.
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Difference Maker Tax day: 1040 reasons you should know Nina Olson
Nina Olson is the National Taxpayer Advocate – the voice of the public at the IRS. She's trying to help you navigate the tax code you love to loathe.
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Eat Peeps? Nah. Decorate!
Marshmallow Peeps are an Easter basket staple, and their popularity goes far beyond their taste. Here's a peek at Peeps craft.
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Opinion: Another anniversary for the overlooked Mrs. Dred Scott
April 6 marks a key date in one of the most divisive cases in the US Supreme Court's history. The Dred Scott vs. Sanford ruling led the nation into the Civil War. Dred’s name remains well known. Lost is the story of his wife, Harriet, whose cause gives the case its greater meaning.
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Why is Ron Paul still in the GOP race - and what does he want?
He hasn't won a single state primary or caucus, yet Ron Paul soldiers on in the GOP presidential race. He is quietly amassing delegates to the GOP national convention, but his real aim is to infuse the party with his brand of Republicanism.
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Thanksgiving turkeys get presidential pardon (video)
Two 45-pound turkeys, named Liberty and Peace, got a presidential Thanksgiving pardon today.
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