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McCain's VP pick reaches out to female voters after introduction
McCain praises Alaska Gov. Palin as GOP's first female vice-presidential candidate. Story | Video: Introduction | Slide show: Political star on fast track | Good pick? Vote!
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Gustav threatens Caymans, Cuba
Tropical Storm Gustav was expected to start growing into a powerful hurricane as it pulled away from Jamaica and headed toward the Cayman Islands on Friday.
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Oil industry may get first post-Katrina test
As Gustav churns closer to the U.S., a question lingers: How will the revamped structures, pipelines and other equipment hold up to a major hurricane?
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Economy on the minds of Minnesotans
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Natural gas cars: Green, going nowhere
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Ginobili needs surgery after Olympics injury
San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili says he needs arthroscopic surgery to repair a ligament injury in his left ankle.
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Scoop: Will new ‘Idol’ judge cover for absent Paula?
Last season, Paula Abdul was missing in action for several "Idol" shows, and sources say Kara DioGuardi was brought on in case Abdul is absent again.
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Eat for all-day energy
Certain foods can help fight fatigue. Here are three top stamina sappers you may encounter, and what to eat and drink more of to stay sharp, focused, and energized all day.
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The Internet makes me feel fat
In the Internet age with its endless playground for reinvention and resources for human understanding, it’s painfully clear just how hung up we are on appearances.
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Much-needed help for holiday travelers
Route cuts, new fees and other changes will likely trip up infrequent fliers this fall and winter.
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A good find: GPS to locate the kids
Programs offer a useful tool, but are not a panacea for parents. Full story
Computers
The PC gets more personalized
Buh-bye to gray boxes and laptops; hello to color and sizes and shapes to suit today's PC users. Full story
