American history: The shot heard around the world

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A flower in winter: The story of the poinsettia

Benedict departure will leave little room for change

Teenager wins top prize for pancreatic cancer test

Defense Department investigates top American Commander in Afghanistan

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California attracts cars of the future

Washington insider Susan Rice could face tough nomination battle

Holiday season features latest, hottest electronic gadgets

UN chief warns of perils ahead of climate change conference

Abduction prompts girl to fight back for all women

Thanksgiving, but US turkey farmers aren't celebrating

His imagination redefined children’s literature

On the bubble?

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WHO warns of malaria resurgence

Student launches hospital for iPhones

Words and their stories: Losing it

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Oxfam: Power, water shortages in Goma

London set for huge Chinese New Year celebrations

United States Senate's process of confirming the president's nominees

Gay rights groups push for anti-discrimination laws

The State of Vermont: fertile farmland, green mountains

Words and their stories: Belittle

California voters reject food labeling requirement

30,000 Sandy-damaged cars stored on eastern Long Island

E-commerce challenges traditional stores

Tattoos illustrate art of saving lives