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Tension in OPEC as oil prices rise and Saudi Arabia raises concerns
Saudi Arabia says that it wants OPEC to increase oil production to keep the price of oil down. Some think that high oil prices could, in fact, threaten the global economy.
Limiting potatoes in school lunches
The federal government is singling out potatoes as culprits in the fight against childhood obesity.
New solar technology coming from US military
The future of solar panels may be the present use of solar power by the US military.
The Truth about Paul Revere's Ride
Sarah Palin recently drew ire after making a statement that Paul Revere warned the British about arms. Historians think she got it wrong.
Americans more accepting of gay marriage
Last month, for the first time, a majority of Americans polled by Gallup said they were in favor of legalizing gay marriage.
Stopping cocaine by track the chemicals used to make it
Officials are trying to crack down on cocaine suppliers by tracking the chemicals they use to make the drug.
Will jobs and unemployment decide the 2012 Presidential election?
The economy continues to be sluggish picking up jobs in the financial recovery. Could unemployment tank Obama's quest for reelection?
Anatomy of Anthony Weiner's 'Weinergate' scandal
Congressman Anthony Weiner says hackers are responsible for the lewd photo sent via his Twitter account, but there are politics and technology stories behind the scandal.
Why is the economy stumbling, again?
Economists were optimistic at the start of this year, expecting huge growth. Now, another round of bad economic news has sent stocks tumbling again.
Immigration reform for dual-nationality, same-sex couples
Same sex couples where partners have different nationalities struggle with US immigration laws.
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