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Obama to Press Centrist Agenda in His Address

President Obama will strike a theme of national unity and renewal in his State of the Union address Tuesday as he stresses the need for both government spending in key areas and an attack on the budget deficit.

As State of the Union Nears, Congress Plays Musical Chairs

Since calls began for lawmakers to mix it up rather than sit with their own party, there has been a mad scramble.

Federal Research Center Will Help Develop Medicines

The Obama administration has become so concerned about the slowing pace of new drugs coming out of the pharmaceutical industry that officials have decided to start a billion-dollar government center to help create medicines.

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Suzi Hileman, who took Christina-Taylor Green to see her congresswoman. Christina, 9, died.
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Tucson Survivors Struggle With ‘What If?’

Some in Tucson wonder if they could have helped stop the rampage. Suzi Hileman, above, took Christina-Taylor Green to see her congresswoman; Christina died.

The Shadow War
Former Spy With Agenda Operates a Private C.I.A.

A network of spies run by Duane R. Clarridge shows how private citizens can exploit the chaos of rivalries inside the government to carry out their agenda.

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Tunisia’s Inner Workings Emerge Online

The culture minister’s Twitter commentary has provided a singular narrative of a still-evolving revolution.

Media Decoder Blog
Olbermann’s MSNBC Exit Was Weeks in the Making

The deal includes limits on when Keith Olbermann can next lead a show and give interviews about the decision.

N.F.L. Playoffs
Ward Has Hands, and Comments, You Can Count On

Hines Ward is the longest-tenured Steeler, and he has embraced his role as elder statesman and unofficial team spokesman.

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Map: Then as Now — New York’s Shifting Ethnic Mosaic

American Community Survey data released last month revealed a striking metamorphosis during the last decade.

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Talking Business
Bank of America Shamed

The bank altered a home loan for an elderly woman, but not until after some bad publicity.

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Boxer Christy Martin Takes Another Shot

Boxer Christy Martin Takes Another Shot

A stabbing, allegedly by her husband, almost cost Ms. Martin her life. Now, it may have given the boxer her career back.

 

Book Review

Books about the messy lives of philosophers and the messy philosophy of everyday life.

Mitsubishi to Park 3 Models
Mitsubishi to Park 3 Models

Mitsubishi is making some major changes to its American vehicle lineup. Say goodbye to the Galant, Eclipse and Endeavor.

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How to Shape the DNA of a Young Company

How to Shape the DNA of a Young Company

Jeremy Allaire of Brightcove, an online video platform, says new businesses must make the right initial hires, as they will set the foundation for growth.

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