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‘Thump, thump, thump’ — animal drop box resounds
Shelter overwhelmed as animals are abandoned in droves. Full story
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Census worker killed himself, police say
A census worker found hanging from a tree with the word "fed" scrawled on his chest last September took his own life, police say.
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NYT: Health bill revives abortion groups
Lobbying over abortion was turning into a sleepy business. But the health care debate has brought a new boom, and both sides are exploiting it with fund-raising appeals.
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Stocks retreat on lackluster economic data
Stocks retreated from 13-month highs after a lackluster reading on consumer confidence and a report showing slower economic growth sapped the market's optimism.
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Pujols a unanimous pick as repeat MVP winner
Albert Pujols is the unanimous winner of the National League MVP award, becoming the first player to repeat since Barry Bonds won four in a row from 2001-04.
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Mya? Donny? Kelly? Who will win ‘Dancing’?
The R&B star was the judges' favorite after the final performances Monday night. But with the point margin so close, fan-favorite Osmond is a strong bet to win.
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CPSC chief: Agency moved too slowly on crib safety
The head of the Consumer Product Safety Commission conceded Tuesday the agency "hasn't been acting as quickly as it should" on crib safety problems.
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This holiday season, let the games begin!
Spending time with the whole family this holiday? Here's how to survive: Drink eggnog. Play video games. Check your ego at the door.
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DOT fines airlines for six-hour tarmac delay
The Department of Transportation issued a fine against Continental Airlines and Express Jet Airlines for stranding passengers in Rochester, Minn., for nearly six hours last August.
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