The Takeaway
Do sick leave laws cause layoffs?
Some 40 million employees in the United States do not have paid sick leave. Is it a moral duty to let them get well, or will it cause job losses?
Anti-drug violence protests erupt across Mexico: Can they stop the killing?
Thousands of Mexicans are marching 900 miles to protest against the drug-related violence that is plaguing Mexico. "Ya basta," or "it's enough," has become their rallying cry.
Hot companies going public outside the United States
More and more companies are going public abroad. IPOs are moving from the United States to places Australia, Hong Kong or London.
E. coli outbreak: Don't panic, nature doesn't hate us
The E. coli outbreak in Germany has many people panicked, but in fact, it's the inevitable outcome of eating food on earth.
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.
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.
Tweets, lies and Weiner-gate
New York Congressman Anthony Weiner admitted to sending lewd photos over Twitter and then lying about it. Questions remain whether his political career can survive the scandal.
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.
Betty White: In My Experience
Golden Girl, pop-culture icon and soon-to-be nonagenarian, Betty White, is loving life.
Department of Agriculture killing the food pyramid
The food pyramid is crumbling, as the USDA is going to stop using it as a guide for healthy eating. Instead, they're replacing it with a food plate.
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