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Ethics report: Palin abused authority
Sarah Palin unlawfully abused her power as governor by trying to have her former brother-in-law fired as a state trooper, the chief investigator of an Alaska legislative panel concluded Friday.
Wall Street’s rollercoaster ride continues
Wall Street ended one of its worst weeks ever trying to figure out whether to continue its freefall or take some tentative steps toward a possible recovery.
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Leonardo DiCaprio: Half a boy and half a man
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10 ways to pick up your pace
You can blame your energy crisis on a lack of shut-eye, but there may be other reasons you're slogging along like a turtle. Find out what's fueling your fatigue.
Cosmic Log: Cassini's closest encounter
Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The Cassini orbiter survives its closest-ever encounter with a Saturnian moon and sends back a fresh crop of pictures and data.
Signature drinks from around the world
For the adventurous who would like to try signature drinks in their international destinations of origin, here’s a list of top favorites. Cheers!
10 Tips: Buy a scooter, save gas money
Want to save a ton of money on gas? Get out of your car and on a scooter. Full story
Why sled dogs are super dogs
New research suggests sled dogs are superior to most other mammals, including humans, in at least three key areas. Full story






