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The election of Barack Obama might be a boon for the titans of conservative talk, as was Bill Clinton’s eight years. But Michael Medved argues that conservatism will see no political gains if hosts simply appeal to the right-wing fringe.
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By Amy Sancetta, AP
There's no such creature as a "recession-proof" company or sector. But some businesses appear to be recession-hardy.
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Property taxes are rising across the USA despite the steepest drop in home values since the Great Depression.
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MGA Entertainment is banned from making and selling the dolls, a decision Mattel hailed as a major victory in the four-year doll fight.
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Does the economic downturn terrify you? Your reaction offers a peek into your psyche, say researchers who study personality.
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As Barack Obama's inaugural planners work, they face a challenge: Planning a celebration while the U.S. is gripped by an economic crisis.
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Ros-Lehtinen thought the calls were pranks. Now, she feels like a "bozo." Her staff, meanwhile, can't spell the president-elect's name.
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Late-night talk show ribbing aside, the multigenerational Obamas could help make extended families visible again.
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The car, which runs noiselessly, can travel up to 55 mph and covers 185 miles on a fully charged battery.
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Bishop Sunday Ulup-Aya told TV crew he killed 110; he later clarified his remarks.
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By Rafiq Maqbool, AP
American troops killed in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan hit a low of 11 in November.
Politics
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The Texas GOP senator's step sets up what was already becoming a bruising Republican primary battle in '10 between her and Gov. Rick Perry.
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Fines sought against Gov. Matt Blunt, alleging he "knowingly and purposely" violated Mo. public-records law by denying access to e-mails.
Football
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By Mike Stone, Reuters
When coaching successors are named, top candidates are shut out, inevitably ending a chance "to diversify the ranks," an official said.
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Pierce didn't know his teammate was carrying a gun last weekend until it accidentally discharged, Pierce's attorney said.
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By Chris Pizzello, AP
With eight nominations, Lil Wayne leads the pack of artists headed to the Grammy Awards, which were given a splashy concert preview on CBS.
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Don't send the kids away just yet, but new research shows that an empty nest can help mom and dad's marriage.
