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Immigration reform bill: Top 8 changes GOP senators want
More than 300 amendments were submitted for possible inclusion in a sweeping immigration reform package – at least 100 of them from two Republicans, Sens. Charles Grassley of Iowa and Jeff Sessions of Alabama. Here are eight notable changes GOP lawmakers want to see in bill, as the Senate Judiciary Committee takes up amendments between now and Memorial Day.
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World's five largest companies
For the first time in nearly a decade, the world’s five largest public companies are all American affair These are the Top 5, as of mid-April 2013.
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Earth Day 2013: 10 quotes about planet Earth
Earth Day is April 22. There is no shortage of famous musings on what Carl Sagan once called our 'pale blue dot.' Here are 10 of our favorite things said about planet Earth.
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Who handled Major League Baseball’s ceremonial first-pitch honors in 2013?
One of the most anticipated moments of any baseball season occurs when ceremonial first pitches are thrown at each of 30 major-league ballparks. Often the identity of the persons or persons doing the honors is kept a secret until the last minute. Here’s the lineup of the 2013 VIPs:
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Five ways Americans can save water through food choices
As eaters and consumers, Americans can profoundly reduce water waste and water consumption through the food choices they make. Here are five ways American food consumers can help save water.
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Conservative bishops propose a competing North American Anglican church
Recent moves within the American Anglicanism, like recognizing an openly gay bishop, lead some traditionalists to set up a new church.
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Hit by hurricane Ike and unexpected layoffs, Galveston ponders its recovery
Galveston's largest employer, a university hospital, will cut 3,800 jobs.
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Auto firms' woes test customer loyalty
Any bankruptcy among Big Three is likely to cut into retention, making recovery even harder.
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Thanks to DTV, my television has ‘fallen off a cliff’
Column: Don’t assume the digital TV transition will improve reception.
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Financial Q&A: Mutual fund tax planning often begins with a phone call
Submit your questions to Steve at: money@csmonitor.com
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Early tax planning can save you money
Changes in tax rules open the door to moves that may reduce your tax bill.
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Light pollution harms not just stargazers
It throws wildlife out of whack and diminishes public safety.
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Want a new houseplant? Here's a great choice.
For a large, elegant houseplant, try a lady palm.
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To fill a table, they go online
Web connections, made with care, can add to holiday cheer and gatherings of new friends.
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Heads of US charity convicted on terror-financing charges
Five leaders of the Holy Land Foundation funneled money to organizations controlled by the militant group Hamas, a jury decided Monday.
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As Latinos tilt Democratic, can Texas stay ‘red’?
The Lone Star State is the last big GOP bastion where Hispanics are a sizable voting bloc.
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Afghan Air Corps takes off, slowly
The US is helping rebuild an air force that is badly needed in the vast country.
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World
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US colleges regain luster for foreigners
After a post-9/11 drop-off, the State Department has taken steps to ease foreigners' concerns.
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USA
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Republican criticizes Republican for criticizing Republican (then criticizes another Republican)
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Financial Q&A: Tax strategies for passing assets on to children
Submit your questions to Steve at:
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In a desert camp, Iraqis find aid and zone of trust
Camp Mittica gives average Iraqis access to international aid groups, such as Smile Train volunteers who treated about 100 children with cleft lips and palates.
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New York mayor proposes plastic-bag surcharge
In an effort to curb waste and generate revenue, New York mayor Michael Bloomberg has called for a 6-cent fee for every plastic shopping bag given to shoppers.
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Garden 'siteseeing' with four guys
Garden blogs by men.
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More Mail Bag matches
Readers tell about their pen pals from the Monitor's Mail Bag column.
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Houston, we have a problem. I've got a hanging chad...
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USA
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Obama shooting for Montana now?
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