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Beyond Boston: 9 tea parties you probably haven't heard about

Boston's may be the most famous, but there were nine other tea party protests around the country. Here are their stories.
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Hu Jintao in America: 7 questions about the Chinese president's visit

Hu Jintao, the Chinese president, arrives in the US for a summit with President Obama. Among the issues on the docket for Obama and Hu Jintao: Chinese currency, economic trade, and human rights.
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The coming rise of Chinese brands

US take heed: China has its sights set on something beyond manufacturing – building Chinese-owned global brands – where the true economic power lies. And though Chinese brands don't currently have a stellar international reputation, history shows they could soon.
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Green tea cake with vanilla glaze

A green tea cake for a festive St. Patrick's Day
Beyond Boston: 9 tea parties you probably haven't heard about

Boston's may be the most famous, but there were nine other tea party protests around the country. Here are their stories.
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Miniflora roses offer gardeners many advantages

Minifloras are the new kids in the rose garden, offering hybrid tea-style blooms and quick repeat bloom.
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In Taiwan, a festival worth its salt

Taiwan used to produce 200,000 tons of salt a year, but the industry withered away as it became cheaper to import salt. Now it is used as the basis for an annual salt festival.
Wisconsin recall: no upsets yet, but three more votes to go

Wisconsin recall votes will be held in nine districts around the state in July and August, part of an effort to unseat lawmakers from both parties over their role in the labor union wars.
In Pictures: America's Food Renaissance
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Mother's Day tea

A Mother's Day tea can be the sweetest space between lunch and dinner.
Flowers for mom

Three young brothers head to the local store for a Mother's Day gift that will last forever.
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How to pour a proper cup of English tea

Watch the royal wedding with the satisfaction that you know how to pour your tea.
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Hu Jintao in America: 7 questions about the Chinese president's visit

Hu Jintao, the Chinese president, arrives in the US for a summit with President Obama. Among the issues on the docket for Obama and Hu Jintao: Chinese currency, economic trade, and human rights.
Stir It Up!
Lemon poppy seed bread

Lemon poppy seed bread is perfect for afternoon tea or to give as a Christmas gift.
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Coca-Cola earnings: US sales continue rebound

Coca-Cola sales in North America increased for the second quarter in a row after four years of declines.
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Fast food takes off in China

The popularity of US fast food chains in China has prompted the Chinese to launch some of their own chains, serving everything from dumplings to American burgers.
Ray's Hell Burger: Obama and Medvedev have 'historic' hamburger summit

Ray's Hell Burger meeting: Obama and Medvedev talks stopped on Thursday for a lunch break at a hamburger restaurant in northern Virginia.
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'Tea party'? 'Coffee party'? How about the Juicebox Party?

Beverage-based political movements are all the rage. 'Tea party' and 'coffee party' aside, here are some possible concoctions that could add to the national discourse.
Poem in the Chinese Manner

A poem.
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Snazzy holiday drinks, alcohol free

Dazzle your guests with a beverage that has a different kind of twist.
Pause for a holiday tea

A Christmas tea with light-as-air scones is the perfect way to relax during December.