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Wisconsin protests: 'democracy in action' or 'mob rule'?

Some critics say Wisconsin protests were borderline unconstitutional because they threatened the orderly processes of state government. At issue is an obscure clause in the Constitution.

Santa Claus? Yes and no, Virginia.

More than a century ago Francis Pharcellus Church, an editor at the old New York Sun, answered young Virginia O'Hanlon's question about Santa Claus. Wonder what he'd say today?

War on Christmas? What war on Christmas?

The 'war on Christmas' seems to feature annual skirmishes over greetings and holiday displays. This year it flared up briefly when lawmakers complained of being made to work through Dec. 25.

Why you should care where your dinner has been

When you plop down your money for bananas or fish sticks at the supermarket, you are buying into an increasingly global supply chain. That raises questions about food-safety laws.

Catfish: movie review

Cast as a documentary about online romance, ‘Catfish’ is full of surprises – and ethical questions.

175 Years Ago, an Epic Case of Flimflammery (Plus Man-Bats)

New York City got lost in space 175 years ago this week

Are climate-change deniers guilty of treason?

Deconstructing Obama's oratorical skills

He can be a bit professorial, but he's part Reagan, part FDR, and maybe a lot of Teddy Roosevelt.

Six Picks: Newspaper movies we recommend

Six of our favorite newspaper flicks full of intrepid reporters, romance, and quick-witted repartee.

Unnecessary punctuation – may I quote you on that?

The Monitor's language columnist looks at why so much amateur signage is rife with unneeded quotation marks.

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US officials: Israeli military exercise was preparation for attack on Iran's nuke plant

The exercise involved more than 100 jet fighters, helicopters, and air-refueling tankers, according to a new report.

Free-range kids

Are American parents raising children who are never allowed to take risks, or are they simply protecting them?

Second day of violence may trigger Israel-Hamas escalation

A series of rocket attacks have spurred calls in the Israeli government for an invasion of Gaza.