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Justices Say Evidence Is Valid Despite Police Error

The Supreme Court came to a 5-to-4 decision that will please those who complain about criminals going free on “technicalities.”

Lilly Said to Be Near $1.4 Billion U.S. Settlement on Drug

The expected settlement, a record for whistleblower cases, involves criminal and civil charges that Lilly illegally marketed Zyprexa for unauthorized uses.

Stocks Tumble as Retail Sales Report Shows Sharp Decline

It was a record sixth straight monthly decline as consumers were battered by a recession, a severe credit crisis and soaring job losses.

The 44th President
Entire stores have sprung up devoted to Obama merchandise, including the Innauguration Superstore, an unofficial Obama merchandise store.
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Inspired by Obama? Pull Out Your Wallet

In the days leading up to President-elect Barack Obama’s inauguration, his message of hope and change has become tangible — and commercial — in Washington.

Israeli Rights Groups Call for War Crimes Inquiry

Nine human rights groups called for an investigation into whether Israel had committed war crimes in Gaza.

Gannett Plans to Furlough Employees for a Week

The nation’s largest newspaper publisher said that it will force thousands of workers to take a week off without pay.

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Kids in the Florida Keys

The islands’ hedonistic image is becoming something more family-friendly.

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There’s travel, there’s frugal travel, and then there’s Leon Logothetis.

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For Sale in ... Istanbul

A two-bedroom furnished penthouse apartment at the Polat Tower Residence in Istanbul is on the market for $800,000.

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The Detroit Auto Show

Surveying the 2009 show, where automakers are presenting an electric future.

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Those ‘Gap Years’ Aren’t Just for Students
Those ‘Gap Years’ Aren’t Just for Students

Taking a break from work is a popular way for adults to segue into a new career or invigorate an old one.

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