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Bestselling books the week of 5/19/13, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.
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?
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.
Briefing
IRS 101: Seven questions about the tea party scandal

The Internal Revenue Service is under the microscope now, as revelations have emerged that the agency wrongly targeted conservative groups seeking nonprofit status. Here’s an accounting of what has happened, along with the ramifications.
Bestselling books the week of 5/12/13, according to IndieBound*

What's selling best in independent bookstores across America.

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Netherland

In the chaos of upended lives after 9/11, a cricket connection is made.
Cuba's artistic output finds its place on the world stage

The island nation's deep pool of well-trained artists, along with anticipation of political and social changes, have pushed Cuban art to the fore.
The roar of democracy

An Independence Day outing serves as a reminder that in a democracy, some things are worth shouting about.
Financial instability? Prayer stops fear.

A Christian Science perspective on daily life.
Killer slugs and eco-friendly dog houses and birdhouses
Putin faces green Olympic challenge

The Sochi 2014 Winter Games are threatened by a looming international boycott, environmental concerns, and public protests against local development.
U.S. Consulate strike recalls Turkey's past political violence

On Wednesday, unidentified gunmen killed three Turkish policemen at the secure consulate building in Istanbul.
Confrontation escalates between Iran and Israel

Iran tested the Shahab-3 missile, which could hit Israel or US Mideast bases.
Fewer gunmen and bribes as Iraqi students take finals

Authorities boosted security after last year's tests were marred by widespread lawlessness and mass cheating.
Syrian prison riot shrouded in silence

The unrest in the facility, which holds more than 10,000 Islamists, democracy activists, and intellectuals, in addition to regular criminals, comes as the West moves to reengage with Damascus.
World
Al Jazeera English looks at news through a different lens

The 20-month-old channel expands its global audience but barely penetrates US market.
USA
U.S., India revive sweeping nuke deal

But the pact, which some dub a 'sweetheart deal,' may not pass the US Congress in time.
White House scores key victory on government eavesdropping

The Senate approved a bill on Wednesday that protects telecom firms from lawsuits over secret surveillance.
White House scores key victory on government eavesdropping

The Senate approved a bill on Wednesday that protects telecom firms from lawsuits over secret surveillance.
U.S., India revive sweeping nuke deal

But the pact, which some dub a 'sweetheart deal,' may not pass the US Congress in time.
Letters to the Editor

Readers write about Title IX, taxes and happiness, tourism in Haiti, and veteran education benefits.
Opinion: Counter cyberbullies with compassion

Let's focus on those who use the Net for good.
Opinion: Myths in Al Qaeda's 'home'

Policymakers need to grasp cultural realities in Pakistan's tribal area.
Time for new financial system safeguards?

Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke and Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson indicate need for new regulation of banking industry.
Petition: Add 'Bike There' to Google Maps

A bike activist has collected more than 35,000 signatures on an online petition asking Google to add a 'Bike There' feature to its popular online maps application.
Study: green jobs rising, fossil fuel jobs falling

The Worldwatch Institute released a study Thursday showing that jobs in renewable energy are expanding worldwide, while jobs in coal and natural gas are disappearing.
In Gaza, electric cars offer a way around Israel’s blockade

Palestinian engineers say it only costs $1.50 per fill-up. Israel is also going electric with hundreds of charging stations to be installed nationwide.
An artificial flood does good in the Grand Canyon

Researchers hope controlled high flows from Glen Canyon Dam will help restore natural habitat.