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Thursday, November 24, 2011

'When Did Liberals Become So Unreasonable?'

This week in New York Magazine, two writers from different political parties each critiqued their own side. On Thursday, we heard from conservative David Frum, who argues Republicans lost touch with reality. In the same issue, liberal writer Jonathan Chait also uses the word "fantasy" in describing liberals. He tells Steve Inskeep liberals have become unreasonable.

Brace Yourself: The World Could End In 2012

Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History dismisses claims that the apocalypse is coming. Some people predict catastrophe in 2012, based on Mayan forecasts. Anthropologists now say there are two, not just one, ancient references to December 2012. But they warn modern forecasters of doom have "twisted the Mayan cosmovision."

World's Worst Soccer Team Finally Wins A Game

In 17 years of international play, American Samoa has scored just a dozen goals — compared to the 229 they've allowed. But they scored two this week to beat Tonga 2-1 in a World Cup qualifying match.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Wall Street Protesters Join Occupy DC Ranks

Wall Street protesters arrive in D.C. after the long walk from New York, as observers wonder just how long the protest will continue.

Great Dismal Swamp Fire Burns Out

The wildfire that burned for more than three months in Virginia's Great Dismal Swamp is finally out, according to state environment officials.

Virginia Agencies Prep For More Budget Cuts

Despite higher revenues, Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell is expected to play it safe and recommend some budget cuts in his financial plan for next year.

One Million Travelers Head Out Of D.C. For Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving holiday travel is expected to increase by 4 percent this year over last year, meaning that more than 1 million Washingtonians are traveling 50 miles or more over the holiday weekend.

GovExec: Agencies Analyze Super Committee Stalemate

Tom Shoop, editor-in-chief of Government Executive magazine, analyzes federal agency hiring policies and worker morale after the super committee failed to reach an agreement this week.

NFL's Thanksgiving Day Lineup: Grudge Matches, Not 'Turkeys'

The NFL's traditional Thanksgiving Day games have football fans excited. If the day has a theme, it could be "grudge match." The Dallas Cowboys have a shot at repairing their pride injured in 1993; Green Bay and Detroit's game has echoes of 1962; and in the final game, two brothers will coach opposing teams for the first time in NFL history.

Bond Worries Reveal The Depths Of Europe's Crisis

To gauge the severity of the crisis in Europe, it helps to look at how much it costs the continent's countries to borrow money. Investors are pulling back from buying bonds, one country at a time. Investors have dumped their Spanish and Italian debt; now they're looking warily around the rest of Europe, wondering who's next. And suddenly France isn't looking very strong.

Wary Truce Holds In Egypt, As Military Council Apologizes

In Egypt, intense clashes between protesters and security forces overnight raised the death toll from recent violence to at least 40. But both sides appear to be observing a truce this morning, as the country prepares for elections next week. Tens of thousands of Egyptians have been protesting since last Friday, demanding the ruling military council step aside — something the council rejected Thursday.

TSA Nears A Goal: Letting You Keep Your Shoes On

Nearly 3.5 million holiday travelers are expected to board planes this Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Hoping to improve their experience, the Transportation Security Administration is considering devices that would let passengers keep their shoes on through security checks.

Former Cricket Star Finds Fans In Pakistani Politics

Imran Khan, who led Pakistan to its only World Cup Championship in 1992, aspires to be the country's prime minister. He's been in politics for years with limited success, but is now drawing big crowds.

Calling Home For The Holidays, Via Video From Iraq

For Lindsey Santana and her young family, video Web chats via Skype are an integral part of their lives. Her husband, Capt. Paul Santana, is a helicopter pilot serving in Iraq. And their video chats have helped them make the best of things this Thanksgiving.

Historic GM Plant Finds New Life As A Pharmacy

Nearly 75 years ago, a sit-down strike at the facility in Flint, Mich., helped the UAW win recognition from General Motors. Now the former auto body plant and GM design center is home to a company that sells prescription drugs used to treat serious illnesses like cancer, multiple sclerosis and HIV/AIDS.

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A Read Down Memory Lane: Lessons From Your Former Self

Writings from childhood — cards, stories and other notes — can hide for decades, like time capsules tucked away in boxes, old bedrooms, attics and journals. Writer Jim Sollisch talks about how old thank you notes from his youth foreshadowed his adult life.

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