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Tree lighting ushers in NYC holiday season
Mayor Michael Bloomberg lights the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree as thousands of onlookers watch. Full story
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Obama’s Afghan plan represents big gamble
President Barack Obama is holding an uncertain hand in his high-stakes gamble against Islamic extremism in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
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Lawmakers divided over paying for Afghan war
Amid soaring budget deficits, President Barack Obama is running into congressional qualms over how to pay for his troop buildup in Afghanistan.
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Stocks end mixed despite an optimistic Fed
Stocks traded in a tight range Wednesday as investors got further confirmation that the economy is improving, but at a slow pace.
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Couple’s matchmaker ticked at Tiger
In the most critical comment from a player, Jesper Parnevik said he owed Elin Nordegren an apology for introducing her to Tiger Woods. She once worked as a nanny for the Parnevik family.
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Scoop: Woods’ wife reportedly revising prenup
Sources say Tiger Woods' wife, Elin Nordegren, is standing by her man, but some also say she is revising their prenuptial agreement.
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Bewildered new moms hire baby planners
With twins on the way, Stacey Blackmar and her husband were looking to be prepared first-time parents when they started researching baby products. Instead, they found themselves bewildered with all the choices and information available.
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Cosmic Log: Pick your geek gift
Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: What do you give a budding science geek? A perfume chemistry set? A brainwave-operated toy? Vote for the top geek gift of 2009.
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Pet policies of top hotel chains
Most major hotel chains are putting out the welcome mat for Fido. However, some have restrictions that muzzle the term “pet friendly”. Here’s a guide to help.
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