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10 influential authors who came to the US as immigrants
These 10 immigrant authors have all made significant contributions to US literature and culture.
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6 reasons why President Obama will defeat the NRA and win universal background checks
Something is going to happen this session in the US Congress that hasn’t happened in more than a decade: The National Rifle Association (NRA) is going to lose on a top priority issue. Here are six reasons why President Obama will win a victory on universal background checks.
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Four job trends for 2013
With unemployment still high, many Americans are looking to find a job, change careers, or update their skills. Here are four trends for 2013 that can help you make smart career moves.
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Senate freshmen: What the 14 new members bring to Capitol Hill
A freshman Senate class was sworn in Jan. 3, bringing diverse skills and experience – not to mention agendas – to the legislative body. Whether the 14 newest senators help break partisan gridlock, or refuse to work across the aisle, will be the test for the 113th Congress.Twelve were elected on Nov. 6, including three Republicans, eight Democrats, and an independent. In addition, a Republican and a Democrat were appointed to vacant seats after the election. Here is a look at the 14 and what they bring to the Senate:
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Jobs report: 3 views on the best way to create jobs in the US
The Labor Department reported Friday that the economy added 171,000 jobs in October, while unemployment rose to 7.9 percent. As the eighth and final installment of our One Minute Debate series for election 2012, three writers give their brief take on the best way to create jobs in the United States.
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Congress wary of oil-market speculation
After a failed effort to boost taxes on oil companies, lawmakers turn attention to role of speculators in driving up oil prices.
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The Monitor's View: Terror in retreat
The US and Colombia are winning a campaign against rebels and Chávez.
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Talks to keep U.S. troops in Iraq provoke ire
Proposal to extend America's military role years into the future meets lawmaker resistance, from Washington to Baghdad.
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Istanbul gentrifies a 1,000-year-old Roma neighborhood
'Ottoman villas' are going up, and the world's oldest Roma settlement is moving out – to suburban apartments.
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Istanbul gentrifies a 1,000-year-old Roma neighborhood
'Ottoman villas' are going up, and the world's oldest Roma settlement is moving out – to suburban apartments.
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Why we 'R' the way we 'R'
How one little sound came to be the hallmark of 'standard American' speech.
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Militants attack near Pakistan-Afghanistan border
Despite ongoing violence in the North West Frontier Province, Pakistan's new government vows to continue peace talks with the Taliban.
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US-South Korea beef dispute escalates
Korean opposition protests the reopening of markets to US imports, threatening a free-trade agreement
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The Monitor's View: Mexico's extreme makeover
The US Congress must not undercut Mexico's effort to root out corrupt cops and drug cartels.
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U.N. nuclear watchdog faults Iran's lack of cooperation
A critical IAEA report could spur a new round of sanctions. Iran maintains its enrichment program is peaceful.
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Should huge college endowments pay tax?
A Massachusetts proposal, the first of its kind, would impose a 2.5 percent tax on the portion of endowments above $1 billion.
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Brazil defends ethanol in food-versus-fuel fight
President Lula says the largest ethanol exporter makes fuel from sugar, not corn. And there's a sugar surplus.
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Brazil defends ethanol in food-versus-fuel fight
President Lula says the largest ethanol exporter makes fuel from sugar, not corn. And there's a sugar surplus.
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Defense Secretary Gates calls for Mexican border security
Visiting Mexico, the US's top defense official says he wants funds to fight drug-trafficking violence and ward off potential threats from militants entering the US.
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Congress complicates war funding with new demands
Republicans and Democrats want to add measures that could lead to a Bush veto.
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In Korean elections, conservatives' win boosts president
President Lee can lean on his new Assembly majority to pursue economic reforms and a tougher N. Korea policy.
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Amid human rights protests, a look at China's record
Freedoms have improved tremendously in the past 25 years, but Chinese people today face plenty of red lines.
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Should Congress help borrowers?
Lawmakers are finding it difficult to mount large-scale help for homeowners.
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From our files: Arthur C. Clarke on space exploration
The science fiction writer died today in Sri Lanka.
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Sleepily eyeing a peak in world oil output
Some analysts cite a lack of preparation for a looming economic event.
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The economic stimulus package: How does spending help?
A reader wonders why government is attempting to spend its way out of an apparent recession.
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State of the Union: Bush lauds progress in Iraq, pushes for quick U.S. stimulus plan
In his final year, the president proposes a modest agenda at home.
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Gaza busts out of its blockade
A new hole opens in the Arab-Israeli peace strategy of isolating Hamas.
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Nationwide 'teach-in' planned to address climate change
Piles of coal, battling windmills, and political leaders descend on college campuses.
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Momentum builds for economic stimulus package
Bernanke's testimony bolsters support for quick action from Republicans and Democrats.
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