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Who Cares About Cancún?
Expectations for this year’s U.N. climate conference, to be held in Mexico, are low. But the lack of media interest could actually be good news for environmentalists.
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British Protests May Gain Sympathy for Cameron
For the normally passive British public, the specter of political violence is back. In early November, students clashed with police and smashed their way into Conservative Party offices to express their opposition to proposed hikes in tuition fees. More ›
The Mysterious Case of the Missing 'Tron'
Has anybody seen "Tron" lately? Not the new "Tron: Legacy"—with its reported $170 million budget, it’s impossible to miss all the billboards—but Disney’s original 1982 film. More ›
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The holiday season can be a stressful time to go shopping, with all the crowds rummaging for deals around you. But one thing can make the experience tolerable: quality customer service.
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The words “bureaucracy” and “efficiency” usually don’t make it into the same headline. But the White House’s efforts to cut the government’s energy use are making some progress. More ›
Election Sweep Boosts Mubarak
With the results of Sunday's parliamentary elections in Egypt, the regime of President Hosni Mubarak sent a powerful message that it will brook no dissent as the country moves toward a possible presidential transition as early as next year. More ›
Five Reasons the Tea Party Is Not Lobbying for End of Ethanol Subsidies
Republican Sens. Jim DeMint of South Carolina and Tom Coburn of Oklahoma were Tea Partiers before the term existed. More ›
WikiLeaks Shows How U.S. Ignored Democracy Goals
Julian Assange’s data dump has helped confirm that America’s democracy agenda is over. The project of liberating the Middle East from tyrannical regimes and installing free governments was once a centerpiece of the United States’ post-9/11 strategy, but the latest cables released by WikiLeaks reveal a far different reality. More ›
Republicans Hold Senate Ransom for Rich Tax Cut
Senate Republicans are refusing to do anything, even ratify the START treaty with Russia to prevent nuclear proliferation, unless they first get their way on tax cuts for the rich. More ›
The Soul of the Tea Party
The fight is on for the soul of the Tea Party. On one side: libertarian-minded grassroots activists. On the other: the leaders of the wealthy, powerful, and better-established Christian right, who’ve dominated conservative populism in the United States for decades. More ›
Very Personal Trainers
The history of televised fitness is almost as long as the history of television. From syndicated shows to videos on demand, exercise shows have been capturing our attention for years—and making their stars national icons. Here’s a look at some of the most notable figures and biggest milestones in fitness TV.
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