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NYT: Rivals McCain, Romney make up

It was not so long ago that the idea that Senator John McCain would even entertain tapping Mitt Romney, his bitterest primary rival, as his running mate would have seemed preposterous.

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Freddie Mac CEO got $19.8 million in '07

Freddie Mac CEO Richard Syron pocketed nearly $19.8 million in compensation last year, according to the SEC, even as the troubled mortgage company's stock lost half its value.

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Choi hangs tough, keeps British lead

Norman struggles out of gate but stays close to leader.

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Manny's misplay makes 'bloopers for life'; Angels win

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Angelina Jolie, newborn twins leave hospital

Angelina Jolie and her newborn twins early Saturday left the French hospital where she gave birth, the Fondation Lenval said.

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Diet like a star

Want to look like an A-lister this summer? We’ve got the dish on smart ways celebs eat, drink and stay svelte (plus a few scary slimmers to steer clear of!).

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Cosmic Log: Will the space elevator rise?

Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Space elevator enthusiasts gather to assess how far they've risen on what they hope will be a radically new path to orbit and beyond.