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'Flying Tomato' Hits McTwist, Wins Second Gold
Shaun White entertained fans with another gold medal victory in the snowboarding halfpipe and near-perfect execution of the Double McTwist 1260.
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February 18, 2010
President Obama's Biggest Problem is...
As the Obama Administration heads toward its second year in the White House, political commentators discuss its biggest obstacles.
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December 29, 2009
U.S. Army Suicide Rate Climbs
U.S. Army suicide rates are the highest they’ve been in 26 years. The media are examining the reasons behind the rise and what can, and should, be done.
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November 20, 2009
Toyota's Dented Reputation
A deadly accident involving a faulty floor mat in a Toyota vehicle is drawing media attention to what a 3.8 million car recall means for the auto giant.
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October 1, 2009
What's Next for Tiger?
After Tiger Woods' nationally televised press conference, media outlets are debating when he will return to professional golf.
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February 20, 2010
Toyota Drivers Seek Answers and Solutions
Drivers are still looking for a clear statement from Toyota on what is actually wrong with their car. Frustrated consumers could give way to expensive lawsuits.
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February 4, 2010
Feds to Stop Prosecution for Medical Marijuana
U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder announced new guidelines for federal prosecutors this week. His message? Leave medical marijuana users alone.
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October 21, 2009
Concealed Weapons Debate Heats Up
The U.S. Senate last week voted against a bill amendment that would allow concealed weapons to be carried across state lines, but the debate has shifted to be more about city safety vs. state rights.
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July 27, 2009
United States As Seen By the World
The latest Pew Global Attitudes Project found attitudes toward the U.S. have improved in Western Europe, but haven’t really changed in Muslim nations. The global media analyze the favorability under President Obama.
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July 25, 2009
'Avatar' Set to Sink 'Titanic'
'Avatar' surprises critics as U.S. and international ticket sales approach those of ‘Titanic.’ Will James Cameron’s 3D film become No.1?
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January 19, 2010
Rangel Gives Up Chairmanship
New York Rep. Charlie Rangel (D) says he'll take a leave of absence from his position as Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee.
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March 3, 2010
Michael Moore's Health Care Threat
Filmmaker Michael Moore warns Congressional Democrats to support a government-sponsored health insurance plan in the health care bill. The media are examining if his threat holds any weight.
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October 1, 2009
Not Much of a Healthy Option?
The U.S. Senate Finance Committee rejected amendments from the Democrats that would have created a public health insurance option. The media look at what's lying ahead.
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October 1, 2009
The Weight of Weight
American waistlines are getting bigger and bigger, and the media are finding a link emerging between this trend and rising health care costs.
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July 28, 2009
Analyzing Tone in Obama's State of the Union Speech
After President Obama's first State of the Union speech, political commentators are analyzing the tone and effectiveness of the speech.
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January 28, 2010
U.S. GDP Growth Means Recession Is Over?
New figures claim the U.S. gross domestic product went up 3.5 percent last quarter, and some say it’s enough to pull the U.S. economy out of the recession. Others think it’s just pulling our leg.
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October 29, 2009
AIG to Sell AIA to Prudential
AIG is selling its Asian Insurance arm to Prudential for $35.5 billion. Is this a good move?
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March 2, 2010
Obama: One Year Later
A year after becoming the U.S. President-elect, the media are examining Barack Obama's progress on both domestic and international issues.
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November 5, 2009
Seeking Blame for Would-Be Bomber
Officials are pointing fingers as they attempt to explain how suspected terrorist Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab was able to smuggle explosives on board a Detroit-bound flight on Christmas Day.
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December 28, 2009
Fort Hood Shooter's Muslim Background Causes Controversy
Nidal Maalik Hasan allegedly shot up Fort Hood Army Base. The media are debating why he did it: Muslim beliefs, or fear of deployment?
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November 6, 2009
Putting Immigration on the Back Burner
President Obama says immigration reform will have to get in line after the health care overhaul, energy legislation, and new financial regulations.
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August 12, 2009
Obama Gives Donors Access to White House
Donors to the Democratic Party and U.S. President Barack Obama’s campaign are receiving VIP White House access. The media are questioning the practice.
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October 29, 2009
The Cost of Minimum Wage Hike
The U.S. federal minimum wage rises to $7.25 an hour on Friday, bringing joy to workers and challenges to small business owners during the economic recession.
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July 24, 2009
Oscar Nominations Are All About the Ladies
The Oscar nominations are out, and it's proving to be the year of the woman.
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February 3, 2010
Media Profile: Arianna Huffington
Arianna Huffington making many short lists of the key media players of the last couple years. So what does the media think of her and blog The Huffington Post?
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August 1, 2009
Post-Attack, U.S. Strengthens Focus on Yemen
After the failed Christmas Day attack on a Detroit-bound flight, media turns to al Qaeda's growing influence in Yemen.
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December 30, 2009
The U.S. Price of War
U.S. President Barack Obama submits his first budget to Congress, requesting $200 billion in war funding for the next 18 months. Newsy.com is following perspectives on U.S. military spending.
February 26, 2009
Break-in Backlash
Although police have dropped charges against Harvard University professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr., the arrest had sparked discussion among the media if it had anything to do with his race.
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July 21, 2009
GM Opts to Keep Opel
American automaker GM announced a surprise decision not to sell its German division, Opel. We examine perspectives on the reversal from the countries that stood to benefit from the deal.
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November 5, 2009
Who Will Make or Break Black Friday?
Media around the country are expressing hope for Black Friday sales, but disagree about whom the big day depends on: consumers or businesses.
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November 27, 2009

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