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Obama: ‘The American People Are Watching What We Do Here’

Enlarge image i “I’m optimistic we may still be able to reach an agreement that can pass both houses in time,” the president said after meeting with congressional leaders at the White House on Friday. Evan Vucci/AP “I’m optimistic we may still be able to reach an agreement that can pass both houses in time,” […]

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Congressional Leaders Hopeful As Fiscal Cliff Deadline Nears

Enlarge image i Speaker of the House John Boehner arrives at the West Wing of the White House on Friday for talks with President Barack Obama and other congressional leaders aimed at avoiding the “fiscal cliff.” Mandel Ngan/AFP/Getty Images Speaker of the House John Boehner arrives at the West Wing of the White House on

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Same-Sex Marriage And Adoption: Unresolved Issues In France

Enlarge image i A man wears a costume reading “Dad” and “Mom” during a demonstration against gay marriage and adoption by same-sex couples in Nice, France, in October. Valery Hache /AFP/Getty Images A man wears a costume reading “Dad” and “Mom” during a demonstration against gay marriage and adoption by same-sex couples in Nice, France,

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Another Side Effect Of Chemotherapy: ‘Chemo Brain’

Enlarge image i Dr. Jame Abraham used positron emission tomography, or PET, scans to understand differences in brain metabolism before and after chemotherapy. Dr. Jame Abraham Dr. Jame Abraham used positron emission tomography, or PET, scans to understand differences in brain metabolism before and after chemotherapy. Dr. Jame Abraham It’s well-known that chemotherapy often comes

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Assessing Hillary Clinton’s Legacy

Enlarge image i Hillary Clinton, shown here boarding a plane in Prague earlier this month, is preparing to step aside soon as secretary of state. She hasn’t said what she plans to do next. Kevin Lamarque/AP Hillary Clinton, shown here boarding a plane in Prague earlier this month, is preparing to step aside soon as

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Russia’s Putin Signs Controversial Adoption Bill

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a measure into law that would ban Americans from adopting Russian children. Russia’s parliament had overwhelmingly approved the ban, which was designed as retaliation for a new U.S. law that sanctions Russian officials accused of human rights violations. The adoption ban stirred outrage in Russia as well as the

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Toyota Moves To Settle ‘Sudden Acceleration’ Lawsuits For More Than $1 Billion

Enlarge image i Toyota has agreed to spend more than $1 billion to resolve lawsuits stemming from “unintended acceleration” cases. In November, the company displayed new cars at the Los Angeles Auto show. Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images Toyota has agreed to spend more than $1 billion to resolve lawsuits stemming from “unintended acceleration” cases. In November,

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Hawaii’s Lieutenant Governor To Succeed Inouye

Enlarge image i A supporter congratulates Brian Schatz, then newly elected as Hawaii’s lieutenant governor, as his wife, Linda, looks on in November 2010. Eugene Tanner/AP A supporter congratulates Brian Schatz, then newly elected as Hawaii’s lieutenant governor, as his wife, Linda, looks on in November 2010. Eugene Tanner/AP Lt. Gov. Brian Schatz of Hawaii

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Former President George H.W. Bush Moved To Intensive Care Unit

Enlarge image i Former President George H.W. Bush appears at Salute To Service day before the Houston Texans play the Buffalo Bills Nov. 4 in Houston. Bob Levey/Getty Images Former President George H.W. Bush appears at Salute To Service day before the Houston Texans play the Buffalo Bills Nov. 4 in Houston. Bob Levey/Getty Images

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No Sugar Plums Here: The Dark, Romantic Roots Of ‘The Nutcracker’

Enlarge image i E.T.A. Hoffmann’s original story, “Nutcracker and Mouse King,” is darker and spookier than the ballet version most people know. iStockphoto.com E.T.A. Hoffmann’s original story, “Nutcracker and Mouse King,” is darker and spookier than the ballet version most people know. iStockphoto.com This is the time of year when one man’s work is widely

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Texas Man Takes Last Stand Against Keystone XL Pipeline

An east Texas landowner was so determined to block the Keystone XL pipeline from coming through his forest that he took to his trees and built an elaborate network of treehouses eight stories above the ground. “It popped into my head a long time ago, actually,” says 45-year-old David Daniel. “If I had to climb

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Study: Red Noses Help Reindeers Cope With Polar Air

Enlarge image i A recent study in the British Medical Journal concludes that Rudolph’s nose is red “due to the presence of a highly dense and rich nasal microcirculation.” Ann Johansson/Corbis A recent study in the British Medical Journal concludes that Rudolph’s nose is red “due to the presence of a highly dense and rich

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