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4 noteworthy new novels: What happens when a past love reappears?

These four new novels all feature the specter of a past relationship.
10 weirdest global fast foods

In the US, fast food can get pretty predictable: Burgers, fries, chicken, and a taco or a fish sandwich, if you’re feeling adventurous. Leave it to our international brethren to show us how to loosen up and live a little. Take a look at ten wacky fast food items from around the world.
10 entrepreneurs who changed the world

From Starbucks to Home Depot, here are 10 of the businesses – and their leaders – that author John A. Byrne counts as 'World Changers.'
China's online protest movement

The online outpouring of anger and sympathy after a weekend bullet train accident in China killed at least 39 people has highlighted a robust criticism that exists online, sometimes beyond the reach of even the most powerful Chinese Internet censors.
In Pictures: Phoenix dust storm

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Kings ransom: With Lakers and Clippers out, L.A. grudgingly turns to hockey

After an astounding run through the playoffs, the Los Angeles Kings are in hockey's Stanley Cup finals. When Los Angelenos get over the Lakers' collapse, they might tune in.
4 noteworthy new novels: What happens when a past love reappears?

These four new novels all feature the specter of a past relationship.
Global News Blog
Two propaganda flops in less than two weeks: Is Beijing losing its touch?

The official Chinese media appear to have it in for US Ambassador Gary Locke. But their angry attacks against him are backfiring with Chinese Twitterati.
Modern Parenthood
Time breastfeeding cover: Attachment parenting vs. an attached parent (+video)

Time breastfeeding cover: It's as controversial for its breastfeeding toddler as for the actual content, and is all about 'The Baby Book,' the William Sears philosophy that has redefined the mother and baby relationship. But the Time magazine breastfeeding cover aside, aren't we all into "attachment" when it comes to our kids?
Obama shift on gay marriage unleashes Hollywood's star power (+video)

Just as Obama is heading to Hollywood for what promises to be a blockbuster fundraiser, his shift on gay marriage is getting rave reviews in the entertainment world.
How Green Mountain stock plunge triggered chairman's ouster

Green Mountain Coffee ousted its founder as chairman after he sold company stock during a blackout period. Founder says he was blindsided by sudden fall of Green Mountain Coffee stock.
The Reformed Broker
Hedge funds: Should you bother?

Hedge funds have traditionally been a very rich man's game, but one broker is trying to bring the hedge fund experience to the medium rich.
Starbucks gets 18 percent boost from global customers

Starbucks increased its net income by 18 percent in its fiscal second quarter as more customers visited Starbucks cafes in most parts of the world.
Twenty years later, Rodney King riots still resonate

South Los Angeles has calmed, but memories still remain.
Senate staves off postal Armageddon with USPS reform bill

Postal bill averts 3,700 post-office closings for at least two years, but fails to address deeper, structural problems in how the postal service manages a vast operation, rivaled only by Wal-Mart in total employment.
Starbucks to stop using 'crushed bug dye' in drinks

Starbucks has announced it will stop using cochineal extract, a red dye made from tiny beetles. Starbucks items containing the crushed bug dye will be reformulated by the end of June.
Tax refund: It's time for 'mental' accounting

Tax refund is often considered fun money. But a better way to make use of a big tax refund it is to allocate it to various needs and desires.
Tax Day freebies: Get free Arby's, Cinnabon, and more

Tax Day freebies are being offered by several restaurant chains in honor of the April 17 filing deadline. Here is your comprehensive list of tax day freebies.
10 weirdest global fast foods

In the US, fast food can get pretty predictable: Burgers, fries, chicken, and a taco or a fish sandwich, if you’re feeling adventurous. Leave it to our international brethren to show us how to loosen up and live a little. Take a look at ten wacky fast food items from around the world.
Modern Parenthood
Parenting: Here we go, a Monitor blog for parents

What an international daily newspaper can contribute to parenting
Best Buy closings: steep cuts. More to come?

Best Buy closings involve 50 big-box stores, 400 jobs at headquarters, and probably thousands more retail layoffs. Best Buy closings are the steepest yet for troubled retailer.
As Starbucks rolls out plan to sell beer and wine, some buzz is negative

Starbucks is introducing beer and wine to its beverage list in select locations, calling it a response to consumer requests. But many café chain regulars say they fear a change to a bar atmosphere.
On the death of Encyclopaedia Britannica: All authoritarian regimes eventually fall

Let us trumpet the end of Encyclopaedia Britannica's print edition. We should celebrate the fact that in a Web 2.0, Wikipedia world, information now roams free. It lives and breathes, loosed from cages where it was allowed to reproduce only once a year, edition by edition.
U.S. stocks mixed on a quiet day

U.S. stocks were mostly unchanged Wednesday, a calm day in the middle of a bumpy week. U.S stock on the Dow fell 45 points to close at 13124.
Latin America Monitor
Mexico's earthquake: A reporter's notebook

The Monitor's Latin America bureau chief writes about the initial aftermath and her experience following today's 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Mexico City.
Wendy's beats Burger King for No. 2 spot

Wendy's beats Burger King to take the runner-up spot for US hamburger chains after No. 1 McDonald's. While Wendy's beats Burger King in terms of restaurant sales, Burger King remains No. 2 in terms of corporate revenue and number of restaurants.
Starbucks to take on Green Mountain's Keurig with single serving coffee maker

The Seattle-based coffee chain says the Verismo will go on sale online, at high-end specialty stores and at some Starbucks cafes this fall. It's keeping the price of the machine a mystery for now.
The Simple Dollar
Which is more important: Your dream house or a Disney trip?

When making big spending decisions, make sure not to sacrifice big dreams for small indulgences.
The Daily Reckoning
U.S. stocks vs. gold prices: Which is the better investment?

US stocks are a better place to put your money than gold, according to Warren Buffett. But gold prices are only going up, and gold is a far less risky investment than US stocks.
How Starbucks became the darling of American gun owners

In states that allow open carry for licensed gun owners, Starbucks has refused to put up signs in protest – though some other businesses have. Gun-control advocates have started a boycott, but gun owners are answering with a 'buycott.'