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Test your Gangnam style?
Pop music sensation Psy has taught his signature horsey dance to everyone from the UN’s Ban Ki-moon to Britney Spears. But how much do you know about the artist?
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Playing the IRS card: Six presidents who used the IRS to bash political foes
Since the advent of the federal income tax about a century ago, several presidents – or their zealous underlings – have directed the IRS to use its formidable police powers to harass or punish enemies, political rivals, and administration critics. Here are six infamous episodes.
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IRS 101: Seven questions about the tea party scandal
How the tables have turned: The Internal Revenue Service is the one under the microscope now, as revelations emerged Friday that the agency wrongly targeted conservative groups seeking nonprofit status. Here’s an accounting of what has happened, along with the ramifications.
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Bestselling books the week of 5/12/13, according to IndieBound*
What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
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3 priorities for Pakistan's new government
After 14 years, Nawaz Sharif is back at the helm in Pakistan. The nuclear-armed country faces a welter of problems, from terrorism to tensions with Afghanistan, India, and the United States. To move Pakistan forward, Mr. Sharif must focus on three priorities.
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Hate speech and the mainstreaming of extremism
The First Amendment protects the media or web messenger, but the message can have murderous consequences.
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With the Holocaust Museum shooting, the Army is eyeing recruits more closely for extremist and gang ties
Only a tiny minority are drawn to violent groups, but these economic and political times may raise the potential for such connections.
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The Last Olympian
Teens battle Titans in this lively update of Greek myths for middle readers.
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Embargo on Cuba loosens, by stages
But more trade and eased travel restrictions appear unlikely to win much in return from the island nation.
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Susan Boyle: Latest star in music's new business model
Talent shows find "ugly ducklings" and turn them into record sales
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Election: Iran's decision to oust Ahmadinejad – or not
Voters flocked to the polls to weigh in on the country's faltering economy and aggressive foreign policy.
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US general heads to Afghanistan to develop new strategy
With Gen. Stanley McChrystal on his way to Kabul, CENTCOM commander Gen. David Petraeus warned Thursday that the situation in Afghanistan is the worst since 2001.
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White House: US may confront ships near North Korea
In addition to UN sanctions, the US also wants to inspect ships believed to be carrying contraband to North Korea.
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US House panel bars benefits for Gitmo detainees
Republicans vote to ensure Guantanamo Bay detainees do not receive US immigration benefits if they are released.
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US Marines will exit Iraq by spring of next year
They'll head to Afghanistan, where the fighting seems more in keeping with the Marines' style of focused, shorter missions.
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Winners and losers in an all-digital TV world
The switch Friday could unleash television on mobile phones (good) and environmental pollution (bad).
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Holocaust Memorial shooting renews concern about military vets' ties to extremist violence
Experts say recent attacks back up the findings of a controversial Department of Homeland Security report.
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Opinion: Obama's link to the Muslim world: Turkey
The West can learn a lot from Ankara's perspective and democratic successes.
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Opinion: Obama shouldn't lump the right-wing as one
He isn't yet. But others risk conflating Neo-Nazis and Newt Gingrich, lynchers and Rush Limbaugh.
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The Monitor's View: How government must influence executive pay
Treasury Secretary Geithner is on the right track – mostly.
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Friday's coverage agenda: Iran votes, China censors, Security Council meets
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A shift in home economics
Family finances get healthier as people save more and spend less. But will that help the recovery?
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In limelight for Barclays deal, BlackRock also faces controversy
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Summers: Obama doesn't want to sell cars
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Fewer car dealers: Good for GM, bad for America?
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West Virginia names coal as its official state rock
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Digital TV transition hits - what you need to know
In case you're one of the millions that might lose TV service today, here's how to set things straight.
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China’s censorship software found faulty
University of Michigan team finds ‘major security vulnerabilities,’ even as mandate to install the program sparks fury.
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Swine flu to be officially declared 'global'
But Level 6 pandemic designation does not mean H1N1 virus is becoming more dangerous.
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To quell protests, Peru suspends Amazon investment laws
Indigenous groups say government is just trying to stop efforts to protect jungle from oil and logging development. More protests are planned today.
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