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Some dates to be corrected.
Information from some sites may not be reliable, or may not be vetted.
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from ACLJ (American Center for Law and Justice)
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from AMAC - The Association of Mature American Citizens
Upward Mobility Depends on Smaller, Not Bigger, Government
THE WORST REPUBLICAN SENATOR
Lindsey Graham's sorry record. [from 15 May 2008]
THE KING IS NAKED
The state of Obama's America.
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from The American Spectator
THE WORST REPUBLICAN SENATOR
Lindsey Graham's sorry record. [from 15 May 2008]
THE KING IS NAKED
The state of Obama's America.
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from The Blaze
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from Breitbart
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from The British Monarchy
Appointment of new Governor General of Australia, 28 January 2014
The Queen has been pleased to approve the appointment of General Peter John Cosgrove, AC MC.
[AC, a person appointed Companion of the Order of Australia; MC, Military Cross, a British and Commonwealth military decoration for "acts of exemplary gallantry"]
The Queen has been pleased to approve the appointment of General Peter John Cosgrove, AC MC.
[AC, a person appointed Companion of the Order of Australia; MC, Military Cross, a British and Commonwealth military decoration for "acts of exemplary gallantry"]
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from CNSNews.com (& NewsBusters)
Don't Laugh At Allen West for Being A Black Conservative
Allen West SLAMS Smug Liberal For Labeling The Tea Party Racist
Wake Up And Realize That YOU Are America
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from Columbia Basin Herald
Work, job experience may translate to college credits
Central Washington University may begin making it easier for veterans, early education professionals and others to translate their experiences into diplomas, if a proposed bill is passed.
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from Conservatives for Higher Standards
The most commonly raised concerns about the movement to raise academic standards are often rooted in misinformation or are just plain inaccurate.
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from The Daily Beast
Up Next, A Robot Army
In 2013, the U.S. spent $7 million on the 'Avatar Project,' which aims to pair human soldiers with robot surrogates. Sooner rather than later, 'Robocop' might become a reality.
Obamacare Is Here to Stay
During the State of the Union, President Obama criticized Republican efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act, mockingly inviting them to propose their own useful alternative.
Saluting Sergeant Cory Remsburg
The State of the Union audience leapt into a standing ovation as President Obama closed with a touching tribute to an Army Ranger who was nearly killed by a bomb in Afghanistan.
Full Text of President Obama’s 2014 State of the Union Address
Obama’s Speech Was Missing Shared Goals for America’s Future
One of the best presidential orators in history, Obama was reduced to the lowly ambition of executive orders. What we really need is a set of common aims all Americans can work toward.
Obama’s War on Terror Muddle
In his State of the Union address Tuesday night, Barack Obama sent mixed messages on the threat presented by Al Qaeda.
5 Best Moments From Obama’s State of the Union Speech
President Obama's State of the Union touched on income inequality, Obamacare, his determination to talk to Iran, and the courage of a soldier.
A Fungal-Caused Illness Called Valley Fever Is Being Called a Silent Epidemic
It has no vaccine, no cure, and cases are on the rise. 150,000 Americans may be suffering from Valley Fever, the incurable desert epidemic which can be fatal, without even knowing it.
Three-Year-Old Coco Is The Italian Mafia’s Littlest Victim
A vicious mob hit on a three-year-old toddler, shot at point-blank range alongside his grandfather in an apparent retaliation for an unpaid debt, has outraged Italy.
JP Morgan Executive Falls to his Death from JP Morgan Building, in What May Have Been Suicide
Forget Kim Jong Un—China’s New Favorite Dictator Is Belarus’s Aleksandr Lukashenko.
Forget Kim Jong Un—lately, the bigwigs in Beijing have been heaping praise on Aleksandr Lukashenko, the man Condoleezza Rice once nicknamed “Europe’s last dictator.”
In 2013, the U.S. spent $7 million on the 'Avatar Project,' which aims to pair human soldiers with robot surrogates. Sooner rather than later, 'Robocop' might become a reality.
Obamacare Is Here to Stay
During the State of the Union, President Obama criticized Republican efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act, mockingly inviting them to propose their own useful alternative.
Saluting Sergeant Cory Remsburg
The State of the Union audience leapt into a standing ovation as President Obama closed with a touching tribute to an Army Ranger who was nearly killed by a bomb in Afghanistan.
Full Text of President Obama’s 2014 State of the Union Address
Obama’s Speech Was Missing Shared Goals for America’s Future
One of the best presidential orators in history, Obama was reduced to the lowly ambition of executive orders. What we really need is a set of common aims all Americans can work toward.
Obama’s War on Terror Muddle
In his State of the Union address Tuesday night, Barack Obama sent mixed messages on the threat presented by Al Qaeda.
5 Best Moments From Obama’s State of the Union Speech
President Obama's State of the Union touched on income inequality, Obamacare, his determination to talk to Iran, and the courage of a soldier.
A Fungal-Caused Illness Called Valley Fever Is Being Called a Silent Epidemic
It has no vaccine, no cure, and cases are on the rise. 150,000 Americans may be suffering from Valley Fever, the incurable desert epidemic which can be fatal, without even knowing it.
Three-Year-Old Coco Is The Italian Mafia’s Littlest Victim
A vicious mob hit on a three-year-old toddler, shot at point-blank range alongside his grandfather in an apparent retaliation for an unpaid debt, has outraged Italy.
JP Morgan Executive Falls to his Death from JP Morgan Building, in What May Have Been Suicide
Forget Kim Jong Un—China’s New Favorite Dictator Is Belarus’s Aleksandr Lukashenko.
Forget Kim Jong Un—lately, the bigwigs in Beijing have been heaping praise on Aleksandr Lukashenko, the man Condoleezza Rice once nicknamed “Europe’s last dictator.”
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from EarthSky
7,000-year-old hunter-gatherer had dark skin, blue eyes
Researchers analyzed the DNA from a tooth belonging to the 7,000-year-old remains of European hunter-gatherer to determine his appearance.
River of hydrogen flowing through space
A faint, tenuous filament of gas streaming into galaxy NGC 6946. It might help explain how some spiral galaxies keep up their pace of star formation.
This date in science: Space Shuttle Challenger disaster
Because shuttle launches had become routine after 24 successful missions, those watching found the explosion difficult to believe until NASA confirmed the accident.
Why do I need a planisphere?
A planisphere is a rotating star locator. It’s a virtually indispensable tool for beginning stargazers.
Large sharks and rays could go extinct in coming decades
A world-wide study of shark and ray populations reveals that about 25 percent could go extinct within the next few decades. The reason: overfishing.
Chinese moon rover Yutu is in trouble
Researchers analyzed the DNA from a tooth belonging to the 7,000-year-old remains of European hunter-gatherer to determine his appearance.
River of hydrogen flowing through space
A faint, tenuous filament of gas streaming into galaxy NGC 6946. It might help explain how some spiral galaxies keep up their pace of star formation.
This date in science: Space Shuttle Challenger disaster
Because shuttle launches had become routine after 24 successful missions, those watching found the explosion difficult to believe until NASA confirmed the accident.
Why do I need a planisphere?
A planisphere is a rotating star locator. It’s a virtually indispensable tool for beginning stargazers.
Large sharks and rays could go extinct in coming decades
A world-wide study of shark and ray populations reveals that about 25 percent could go extinct within the next few decades. The reason: overfishing.
Chinese moon rover Yutu is in trouble
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from ESPN
For the first time in the history of college sports, athletes are asking to be represented by a labor union, taking formal steps on Tuesday to begin the process of being recognized as employees. Ramogi Huma, president of the National College Players Association, filed a petition in Chicago on behalf of football players at Northwestern University, submitting the form at the regional office of the National Labor Relations Board.
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from Examiner.com
[Information from this site may not be vetted.]
from Facecrooks
150,000 reasons why you should not share with ‘Friends of Friends’ on Facebook
[Privacy Tip] Set your sharing options to 'Friends Only' wherever you can on Facebook. Choosing to share with 'Friends of Friends' could potentially expose your content and profile to thousands of people!
New York Man Charged with Impersonating Deceased Soldier on Facebook
Always remember that everything is not what it seems on Facebook. Countless people are victimized by online impersonators every day.
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from The Farmacy (& Strawbale City)
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
Monsanto’s Bt-Toxins Found to Kill Human Embryo Cells
Monsanto’s Bt-Toxins Found to Kill Human Embryo Cells
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from The Federalist
8 Reasons It’s Better To Be A Corporation Than An Actual Person
Of course corporations aren't people. When it comes to federal taxes, it's way better to be a corporation.
What Dreams May Come For The Post-Obamacare World
On the Coburn-Burr-Hatch Health Care Proposal.
11 Facts About The Minimum Wage That President Obama Forgot To Mention
Most minimum wage workers are under 25 and work in sales or food preparation.
We Need To Get More Comfortable With People Dying In Space
Building a program around risk aversion is no way to accomplish anything of note.
The War On ‘The War On Women’
Fighting the left’s uniquely ridiculous assessment of American women
Remembering The Challenger Seven
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from The Federalist Papers
Emilie’s Story: ObamaCare is hurting people like me (VIDEO)
Ted Cruz SLAMS Obama lawlessness in new video: Abuse of Power
Mitch McConnell releases video accusing Obama of dividing the country
Bishop Malone BLASTS Gov. Cuomo for saying pro-lifers have no place in New York
Mark Levin’s EPIC takedown of President Obama and the direction he’s taken the country
Pies Morgan Speechless, Owned by Sen. Nathan Dahm: More Guns, More Safe ABSOLUTELY
Krauthammer DESTROYS Obama’s Threat To Use Executive Power: “This Is All Empty Rhetoric”
These Political Ads Are CRUSHING the Spirits of Democrats Everywhere (Video)
Ted Cruz SLAMS Obama lawlessness in new video: Abuse of Power
Mitch McConnell releases video accusing Obama of dividing the country
Bishop Malone BLASTS Gov. Cuomo for saying pro-lifers have no place in New York
Mark Levin’s EPIC takedown of President Obama and the direction he’s taken the country
Pies Morgan Speechless, Owned by Sen. Nathan Dahm: More Guns, More Safe ABSOLUTELY
Krauthammer DESTROYS Obama’s Threat To Use Executive Power: “This Is All Empty Rhetoric”
These Political Ads Are CRUSHING the Spirits of Democrats Everywhere (Video)
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from Forum for Middle East Understanding
(FFMU) (Shoebat.com) [Information from this site may be questionable.]
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from Fox News (& affiliates)
Mitt Romney previews the State of the Union
Romney urges the president to find 'common ground' with Republicans
Trust asks Kilpatrick supporters to raise money to free him from prison
(WJBK) - It's a new year, but it's the same ole' Kwame Kilpatrick. A new video on YouTube, fronted by former congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick, asks you to donate money to the Freedom and Justice Trust.
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from Freedom Foundation
Our Labor Policy Analyst Max Nelsen co-wrote an op-ed to the Connecticut Post on the damage of Connecticut's paid sick leave law to businesses.
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from The Heritage Foundation
Heritage Experts Analyze President Obama's State of the Union Speech
Stephen Moore: Dr. Krugman, I Challenge You to a Debate
Paul Krugman called us hacks. This from a guy who thinks the Obama economy is good for America.
7 Things It's Not Too Late For
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Stephen Moore: Dr. Krugman, I Challenge You to a Debate
Paul Krugman called us hacks. This from a guy who thinks the Obama economy is good for America.
7 Things It's Not Too Late For
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from Huffington Post
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County researches removing wood shavings from fairgrounds
Soap Lake schools closed on Tuesday because of threats
Teen's anger and comments led to Soap Lake canceling school
Drug raid on Quincy area home leads to stolen property recovered
State patrol trooper receives minor injuries when struck by passing car
from Independent Journal Review
Obama Already Threatened to Circumvent the Constitution During the State of the Union Address
22 'Fun Facts' on the Obama Economy People Should Know Before the State of the Union
Inslee: $200M for education from tax exemptions
Gov. Jay Inslee said Tuesday he will push to close tax exemptions to find another $200 million for Washington's public schools.
After long delay, Bertha moves ahead 2 feet
A Washington Transportation Department spokeswoman says the giant machine digging a highway tunnel under downtown Seattle has advanced two more feet, far enough to allow crews to build the next concrete ring of the tunnel.
Obama vows to flex presidential powers in speech
Seeking to energize his sluggish second term, President Barack Obama vowed Tuesday night in his State of the Union address to sidestep Congress "whenever and wherever" necessary to narrow economic disparities between rich and poor.
Giffords testifies in Olympia on state's gun initiative
Toddlers love selfies: Parenting in an iPhone age
It's a phenomenon familiar to many parents in today's tech-savvy world: Toddlers love selfies. But it's not yet clear how such a steady diet of self-affirming navel-gazing will affect members of the first truly "smartphone generation."
Hangings, firing squads: States mull reviving old-time executions
With lethal-injection drugs in short supply and new questions looming about their effectiveness, lawmakers in some death penalty states are considering bringing back relics of a more gruesome past: firing squads, electrocutions and gas chambers.
Folk singer, activist Pete Seeger dies in NY
Accused hit man pleads not guilty in Doug Carlile murder
The man accused of shooting Doug Carlile to death in what may have been a murder-for-hire plot pleaded not guilty Tuesday.
Cathy McMorris Rodgers gives GOP response to SOTU address
Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers from Eastern Washington said Republicans want to empower Americans, not the government, and to close the gap "between where you are and where you want to be."
Grizzly bear that underwent MRI at WSU dies
A 3-year-old grizzly bear that underwent an MRI at Washington State University after suffering seizures at a Montana sanctuary has died. Tests at WSU indicated Lucy had masses and too much fluid in her brain.
Obama addresses domestic, foreign issues during SOTU
SPD: Teens start fight Downtown after couple leaves Steamplant
Soap Lake schools re-open Wednesday with officer for security
All schools in Soap Lake were closed Tuesday after a student threatened to 'shoot out' the school according to police. The student was arrested last week.
States consider reviving old-fashioned executions
With lethal-injection drugs in short supply and new questions looming about their effectiveness, lawmakers in some death penalty states are considering bringing back relics of a more gruesome past: firing squads, electrocutions and gas chambers.
Obama speech to challenge Congress on minimum wage
Obama will pledge to work with Congress on legislation to increase the federal minimum wage for all workers from its current $7.25 to $10.10. Washington already has the highest minimum wage in the country at $9.32/hour.
Dueling gun initiatives receive national attention in Olympia
Former congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords will testify in Olympia today in favor of tightening state gun laws.
Lawmakers: $2M aimed to kill more than 500 wolves
Idaho has about 680 wolves. Lawmakers are proposing a $2 million fund to kill more than 500 wolves.
Stewart Finds Minority NY’ers Who’ll Stop Being Minorities So Hannity Will Stay
Meet the woman who elevated conservation photography to a whole new level
As the founder of the International League of Conservation Photographers, Cristina Mittermeier is at the forefront of the modern movement to use photography for environmentalism. We talk with her about her experiences, the sacrifices she has made, and the successes she has seen in the field.
10 natural cough remedies
The next time you have an annoying cough, take your grandmother's advice and try one of these natural remedies. [from 12 Dec 2013]
Remembering Pete Seeger and his fight to restore the Hudson River
The legendary singer spent decades traveling the Hudson to rally residents behind efforts to clean up the polluted waterway.
What's in a grain of sand? A whole lot more than you think
from IdahoReporter.com
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from iFIBER ONE News
County researches removing wood shavings from fairgrounds
Soap Lake schools closed on Tuesday because of threats
Teen's anger and comments led to Soap Lake canceling school
Drug raid on Quincy area home leads to stolen property recovered
State patrol trooper receives minor injuries when struck by passing car
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from Independent Journal Review
Obama Already Threatened to Circumvent the Constitution During the State of the Union Address
22 'Fun Facts' on the Obama Economy People Should Know Before the State of the Union
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from KIRO 7 Eyewitness News (Seattle)
More SPD leaders forced out
Jim Pugel, the former Interim Seattle Police Chief, is expected to retire as early as this week and Assistant Chief Clark Kimerer announced his retirement Tuesday.
Higher minimum wage will cost Seattle more than expected
Sawant suggests capping city's top earners to pay for $15 wage
Giffords: 'Too dangerous to wait' on gun control
Mannequins get a makeover to look more realistic
Folk singer, activist Pete Seeger dies in NY
Jim Pugel, the former Interim Seattle Police Chief, is expected to retire as early as this week and Assistant Chief Clark Kimerer announced his retirement Tuesday.
Higher minimum wage will cost Seattle more than expected
Sawant suggests capping city's top earners to pay for $15 wage
Giffords: 'Too dangerous to wait' on gun control
Mannequins get a makeover to look more realistic
Folk singer, activist Pete Seeger dies in NY
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from KOMO News (Seattle)
Inslee: $200M for education from tax exemptions
Gov. Jay Inslee said Tuesday he will push to close tax exemptions to find another $200 million for Washington's public schools.
After long delay, Bertha moves ahead 2 feet
A Washington Transportation Department spokeswoman says the giant machine digging a highway tunnel under downtown Seattle has advanced two more feet, far enough to allow crews to build the next concrete ring of the tunnel.
Obama vows to flex presidential powers in speech
Seeking to energize his sluggish second term, President Barack Obama vowed Tuesday night in his State of the Union address to sidestep Congress "whenever and wherever" necessary to narrow economic disparities between rich and poor.
Giffords testifies in Olympia on state's gun initiative
Toddlers love selfies: Parenting in an iPhone age
It's a phenomenon familiar to many parents in today's tech-savvy world: Toddlers love selfies. But it's not yet clear how such a steady diet of self-affirming navel-gazing will affect members of the first truly "smartphone generation."
Hangings, firing squads: States mull reviving old-time executions
With lethal-injection drugs in short supply and new questions looming about their effectiveness, lawmakers in some death penalty states are considering bringing back relics of a more gruesome past: firing squads, electrocutions and gas chambers.
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from KREM 2 News (Spokane)
Folk singer, activist Pete Seeger dies in NY
Accused hit man pleads not guilty in Doug Carlile murder
The man accused of shooting Doug Carlile to death in what may have been a murder-for-hire plot pleaded not guilty Tuesday.
Cathy McMorris Rodgers gives GOP response to SOTU address
Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers from Eastern Washington said Republicans want to empower Americans, not the government, and to close the gap "between where you are and where you want to be."
Grizzly bear that underwent MRI at WSU dies
A 3-year-old grizzly bear that underwent an MRI at Washington State University after suffering seizures at a Montana sanctuary has died. Tests at WSU indicated Lucy had masses and too much fluid in her brain.
Obama addresses domestic, foreign issues during SOTU
SPD: Teens start fight Downtown after couple leaves Steamplant
Soap Lake schools re-open Wednesday with officer for security
All schools in Soap Lake were closed Tuesday after a student threatened to 'shoot out' the school according to police. The student was arrested last week.
States consider reviving old-fashioned executions
With lethal-injection drugs in short supply and new questions looming about their effectiveness, lawmakers in some death penalty states are considering bringing back relics of a more gruesome past: firing squads, electrocutions and gas chambers.
Obama speech to challenge Congress on minimum wage
Obama will pledge to work with Congress on legislation to increase the federal minimum wage for all workers from its current $7.25 to $10.10. Washington already has the highest minimum wage in the country at $9.32/hour.
Dueling gun initiatives receive national attention in Olympia
Former congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords will testify in Olympia today in favor of tightening state gun laws.
Lawmakers: $2M aimed to kill more than 500 wolves
Idaho has about 680 wolves. Lawmakers are proposing a $2 million fund to kill more than 500 wolves.
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from KXLY 4 News (Spokane)
Were you charged $9.84? It might be fraud
Charges attributed to generic-looking websites
'No white flags': Steve Gleason, New Orleanian of the Year 2013
Spokane native and former New Orleans Saint Steve Gleason fights ALS and inspires the world by refusing to bow to a debilitating illness.
Threat closes Soap Lake Schools
Federal contractors' minimum wage to rise
Action will cover all workers employed under future gov't contracts
Company creates robotic gas pumps
You can already go through the drive-thru for things like fast food and prescriptions, but what about fueling your car? Robotic gas pumps could be right around the corner.
Police arrest teen for downtown assault
A couple's evening out was turned upside down when teenagers surrounded their van and blocked a road in Downtown Spokane.
State of the Union a defining test for Obama
Obama failed to get top 2013 SOTU priorities through Congress
Firefighters battle 2-alarm fire at north Spokane apartment complex
Charges attributed to generic-looking websites
'No white flags': Steve Gleason, New Orleanian of the Year 2013
Spokane native and former New Orleans Saint Steve Gleason fights ALS and inspires the world by refusing to bow to a debilitating illness.
Threat closes Soap Lake Schools
Federal contractors' minimum wage to rise
Action will cover all workers employed under future gov't contracts
Company creates robotic gas pumps
You can already go through the drive-thru for things like fast food and prescriptions, but what about fueling your car? Robotic gas pumps could be right around the corner.
Police arrest teen for downtown assault
A couple's evening out was turned upside down when teenagers surrounded their van and blocked a road in Downtown Spokane.
State of the Union a defining test for Obama
Obama failed to get top 2013 SOTU priorities through Congress
Firefighters battle 2-alarm fire at north Spokane apartment complex
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from MEDIAite
Stewart Finds Minority NY’ers Who’ll Stop Being Minorities So Hannity Will Stay
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from Money Talks News
Should Walmart Pay More? Other Successful Stores Do
Nobody Is Buying a TV for the Super Bowl
Most people are buying new TVs during winter, but it's not because of the big game.
Netflix May Change Its Prices
Remember the last time Netflix tried to change prices? Let's hope this isn't a repeat. The company says existing customers won't bear much of the burden when new pricing rolls out.
Review: Discover it With $150 Cash Back
Looking for an excellent cash back card? Try the Discover it credit card - it's one of the best ones on the market!
Ask Stacy: Will Canceling Credit Cards Hurt My Credit Score?
How to Pay Bottom Dollar for Diapers
Why Do We Still Use Credit Cards With Outdated Technology?
Those magnetic stripes are easy for hackers to get. So why are we still using it?
Nobody Is Buying a TV for the Super Bowl
Most people are buying new TVs during winter, but it's not because of the big game.
Netflix May Change Its Prices
Remember the last time Netflix tried to change prices? Let's hope this isn't a repeat. The company says existing customers won't bear much of the burden when new pricing rolls out.
Review: Discover it With $150 Cash Back
Looking for an excellent cash back card? Try the Discover it credit card - it's one of the best ones on the market!
Ask Stacy: Will Canceling Credit Cards Hurt My Credit Score?
How to Pay Bottom Dollar for Diapers
Why Do We Still Use Credit Cards With Outdated Technology?
Those magnetic stripes are easy for hackers to get. So why are we still using it?
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from Mother Nature Network
Meet the woman who elevated conservation photography to a whole new level
As the founder of the International League of Conservation Photographers, Cristina Mittermeier is at the forefront of the modern movement to use photography for environmentalism. We talk with her about her experiences, the sacrifices she has made, and the successes she has seen in the field.
10 natural cough remedies
The next time you have an annoying cough, take your grandmother's advice and try one of these natural remedies. [from 12 Dec 2013]
Remembering Pete Seeger and his fight to restore the Hudson River
The legendary singer spent decades traveling the Hudson to rally residents behind efforts to clean up the polluted waterway.
What's in a grain of sand? A whole lot more than you think
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from The Nation Magazine
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from Natural Society
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
7 Ways the FDA is Failing to Protect: Who Needs the FDA?
Little Known Chinese Herb & Iron Kill 98% of Cancer Cells in 16 Hours[from 12 Dec 2013]
Study: Low Vitamin D Leads to Depression, Chronic Pain
7 Ways the FDA is Failing to Protect: Who Needs the FDA?
Little Known Chinese Herb & Iron Kill 98% of Cancer Cells in 16 Hours[from 12 Dec 2013]
Study: Low Vitamin D Leads to Depression, Chronic Pain
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from NBC News (& affiliates)
from NPR
Astronaut's Brother Recalls A Man Who Dreamed Big
Ronald McNair was one of the astronauts killed 25 years ago on Jan. 28, when the space shuttle Challenger exploded. As his brother recalls, McNair's life was all about exploring boundaries — and exceeding them.
Idaho Attorney General Wasden Will Continue To Defend State's Gay Marriage Ban
Voters approved Idaho's same-sex marriage ban. That's why the state's attorney general says he'll defend it.
The Strange Case Of Marlise Munoz And John Peter Smith Hospital
Marlise Munoz was hardly alive when she was rushed to John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. She was kept on life support despite her wishes.
Rare, Valuable Stradivarius Violin Stolen in Milwaukee
Only about 600 Stradivari objects still exist today, and at least one estimate puts this violin's value at around $3.5 million.
How A Divorce Can Boost Health Insurance Subsidies
Questions pile up about health coverage within the state health insurance marketplaces.
Illinois Train Conductor's Challenge: Keep The Beer From Freezing
Food Stamp Cuts, Cold Weather Put Extra Strain On Food Pantries
A Human-Driven Mass Extinction: Good Or Bad?
Odds are good that there's a mass extinction going on right now. It will be only one of six in the entire history of the planet. In the past these great die-offs have been caused by asteroid impacts and rapid, devastating climate change driven by volcanism. This time it's driven by you and me.
Sushi Chefs Aren't Feeling California's New Glove Law
The new law aimed at improving food safety takes the feel out of hands-on sushi, chefs say.
College Students Can Learn To Drink Less, If Schools Help
Eighty percent of college students drink alcohol, and more than one-third binge drink.
Folk Activist Pete Seeger, Icon Of Passion And Ideals, Dies At 94
by PAUL BROWN
Pete Seeger, Folk Music Icon And Activist, Dies At 94
by MARK MEMMOTT
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from NWCN
Obama hiking minimum pay for new federal contracts
The White House says President Barack Obama will sign an executive order setting the minimum wage for workers under new federal contracts at $10.10 an hour. The president will announce the increase in his State of the Union address.
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from The Oregonian
See the Pittock Mansion for free, for 10 days starting this weekend
The Pittock Mansion is a local landmark, nestled into the West hills at the top of Forest Park, frequented by history buffs and hikers alike. The former residence of Oregonian publisher Henry Pittock, is now owned and maintained by the public, funded by private donors and a $9.50 admission fee to tour the place.
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from PBS
Bomb Detecting Biosensor Inspired by Turkey Toms
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from POLITICO
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Lawsuit Alleges NASA Is Failing To Investigate Alien Life
Scientific Evidence That Walking While Texting Is Bad
The Trials And Torments Of Space School
What does it take to become a citizen astronaut?
A Waterproof, Interchangeable-Lens Camera
The Nikon 1 AW1 is the first of its kind
________
Mark Levin: "This Is Not The America That The Framers Established"
________
from The Right Scoop
from Popular Science
Lawsuit Alleges NASA Is Failing To Investigate Alien Life
Scientific Evidence That Walking While Texting Is Bad
The Trials And Torments Of Space School
What does it take to become a citizen astronaut?
A Waterproof, Interchangeable-Lens Camera
The Nikon 1 AW1 is the first of its kind
from PreventDisease.com
[Information from this site may not be reliable.]
How To Restore Your Menstrual Cycle Naturally
Every woman has a cycle that is unique to her. Although a normal menstrual cycle could be as short as 22 days, others can be as long as 36 days, and hardly anyone has a cycle that lasts exactly 28 days.
How To Restore Your Menstrual Cycle Naturally
Every woman has a cycle that is unique to her. Although a normal menstrual cycle could be as short as 22 days, others can be as long as 36 days, and hardly anyone has a cycle that lasts exactly 28 days.
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from Q13 Fox News (KCPQ Seattle)
Remains of 55 found at notorious former Fla. reform school for boys
State of the Union: Obama calls on Congress to reverse economic inequality, raise minimum wage
earlier story:
A preview of Obama’s State of the Union Address
earlier story:
50 years of the State of the Union in 5 minutes
Assistant police chief stepping down after 31 years with SPD
Gabby Giffords testifies in Olympia in support of gun control
Remains of 55 found at notorious former Fla. reform school for boys
State of the Union: Obama calls on Congress to reverse economic inequality, raise minimum wage
earlier story:
A preview of Obama’s State of the Union Address
earlier story:
50 years of the State of the Union in 5 minutes
Assistant police chief stepping down after 31 years with SPD
Gabby Giffords testifies in Olympia in support of gun control
________
from Real Clear Politics
________
from The Right Scoop
MARK LEVIN: Republicans should pass resolution declaring NULL AND VOID all unconstitutional presidential acts
Ted Cruz SLAMS Obama lawlessness in new video: Abuse of Power
Mark Levin reminds Republicans how to argue against Obama’s lies….using Reagan
Ted Cruz SLAMS Obama lawlessness in new video: Abuse of Power
Mark Levin reminds Republicans how to argue against Obama’s lies….using Reagan
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from ScienceDaily
Melatonin shows potential to slow tumor growth in certain breast cancers
An early stage study shows melatonin -- a hormone that regulates the body's sleep and awake cycles -- may have the potential to help slow the growth of certain breast cancer tumors, according to researchers.
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An early stage study shows melatonin -- a hormone that regulates the body's sleep and awake cycles -- may have the potential to help slow the growth of certain breast cancer tumors, according to researchers.
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from Scientific American
If a new hypothesis about black hole firewalls proves correct, at least one of three cherished notions in theoretical physics must be wrong. [from 21 Dec 2013]
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from The Seattle Post-Intelligencer
The Arizona congresswoman shot by an assassin at a 2011 Tucson town meeting came to a packed Olympia hearing on Tuesday, appealing to Washington legislators and voters to close the “gun show loophole” on firearms purchases.
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from Slate's The Vault Blog
A Trove of Photographs of African-American Community Life in Jazz-Age New Orleans
In 1926, a newspaper publisher put together a 28-pp book of photos of the African-American community in New Orleans. The book has now been digitized, and is amazing.
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from Space.com (& CollectSpace)
Stephen Hawking's New Black Hole Theory: Scientists Remain Unconvinced
NASA Remembers Challenger | Video
Three years ago, NASA paid tribute to the fallen astronauts of the Challenger disaster on the 25th anniversary of the explosion.
Cosmonauts Repeat Spacewalk to Add Earth-viewing Cameras to Space Station
Wanted: Private Robot Moon Lander Ideas for NASA
28 Years Ago, Challenger Shuttle Disaster Gave NASA Painful Lesson (Op-Ed)
Hugh Harris, former director, NASA John F. Kennedy Space Center Public Affairs Office
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An astronaut prepares to install protective covers on the Hubble Space Telescope, wrapping up five days of space walks in December of 1993.
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from Spokane House of Prayer International
When is the House Moving?
The Greene Street bridge is repaired. When is My Father’s House moving? We still have things to do before crossing the bridge. The conditions to move and properly place My Father's House on the land need to be right. Meanwhile the spiritual house of prayer for all nations is active.
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from The Spokesman-Review
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Data Privacy Day
Today (28th) is Data Privacy Day!
Facebook Privacy Stories – The Viral Cannabis Plant
There have certainly been a number of social media fails on behalf of the criminals of the world this week, as another bumbling convict provides us with another lesson in online privacy.
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from Upworthy
A Librarian Tried To Have A Genius Little Boy Arrested. The Cops Reacted The Same Way You Would.
Ronald McNair grew up in Lake City, S.C. He grew up to become an astronaut. He was on the Challenger mission, which tragically exploded seconds after takeoff on Jan. 28, 1986. This is the actually funny story of how he started his journey in a time of great racial strife, as told by his brother to StoryCorps. And despite the tragedy, there's a little bit of a happy ending.
from The Voice of Reason
John Banner “Sgt. Schultz” died 41 years ago today, on his 63rd birthday.
Alan “Hawkeye Pierce” Alda is 78 years old today!
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from The Wall Street Journal
Ted Cruz: The Imperial Presidency of Barack Obama
In the nation's history, there is simply no precedent for an American president so wantonly ignoring federal law.
In the nation's history, there is simply no precedent for an American president so wantonly ignoring federal law.
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from The Washington Times
MILLER: South Carolina kicks back ban on gun concealed carry in restaurants
States pushing back on Obama gun-control agenda
Who’s ‘godless’ now? Russia says it’s U.S.
At the height of the Cold War, it was common for American conservatives to label the officially atheist Soviet Union a “godless nation.” More than two decades on, history has come full circle, as the Kremlin and its allies in the Russian Orthodox Church hurl the same allegation at the West.
States pushing back on Obama gun-control agenda
Who’s ‘godless’ now? Russia says it’s U.S.
At the height of the Cold War, it was common for American conservatives to label the officially atheist Soviet Union a “godless nation.” More than two decades on, history has come full circle, as the Kremlin and its allies in the Russian Orthodox Church hurl the same allegation at the West.
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from The Weekly Standard
Democratic Senators File Obamacare Contraception Brief
Nineteen Democratic senators filed a brief this week with the Supreme Court in support of requiring business owners to pay for contraceptives and abortifacients for their employees over their religious objections.
White House Won't Say How Many People Will Benefit from Minimum Wage Executive Order
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Teen with Asperger’s works hard at socializing
Part 2 of 2
Quincy raid turns up stolen items
A 43-year-old Quincy man was arrested Monday following a two-year investigation by the Grant County Interagency Narcotics Enforcement Team.
’94 cocaine-smuggling case resolved with sentence
A Wenatchee drug suspect who fled the country for more than 18 years was finally sentenced Friday in U.S. District Court. Rodolfo Naranjo, 53, must serve three and a half years in federal prison after pleading guilty in October to conspiracy to distribute cocaine.
Art exhibits highlight museum’s local flavor
Visitors to the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center have probably admired “The Saga of Wenatchee,” a large mural on the south wall of the lobby.
from The Wenatchee World
Teen with Asperger’s works hard at socializing
Part 2 of 2
Quincy raid turns up stolen items
A 43-year-old Quincy man was arrested Monday following a two-year investigation by the Grant County Interagency Narcotics Enforcement Team.
’94 cocaine-smuggling case resolved with sentence
A Wenatchee drug suspect who fled the country for more than 18 years was finally sentenced Friday in U.S. District Court. Rodolfo Naranjo, 53, must serve three and a half years in federal prison after pleading guilty in October to conspiracy to distribute cocaine.
Art exhibits highlight museum’s local flavor
Visitors to the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center have probably admired “The Saga of Wenatchee,” a large mural on the south wall of the lobby.
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World file photo
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These early day skaters use the frozen Columbia River as an ice rink. The old Columbia River Bridge, completed in 1908, is in the background. That winter the temperature hovered around 20 to 30 degrees below zero for three weeks in February. The river froze over solid and teams of horses pulling wheat-laden wagons crossed it.
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