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Reclusive Philanthropist Steps into Spotlight

Once hailed as one of the richest men alive, Chuck Feeney transferred his billions to a foundation, which is giving it all away. The reclusive founder of the world's largest duty-free retail chain flew under the radar for years. But at 76, he's stepping into the spotlight.

Reclusive Philanthropist Steps into Spotlight

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Politics

Michigan Struggles to Avoid Shutdown

State legislators in Michigan are scrambling to eliminate a budget deficit to avoid a shutdown of much of the state's government on Monday. Lawmakers have been meeting throughout the weekend.

Michigan Struggles to Avoid Shutdown

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Politics

Alaska Senator Pushes Through Ferry Project

Intense public pressure ended plans for the infamous "bridge to nowhere," a congressional project championed by Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens that would have served only a few people in Alaska. But it seems Stevens had an alternate plan: a ferry that will cost $84 million.

Alaska Senator Pushes Through Ferry Project

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World

Organization Tries to Get Laptops to Third World

Engineers have figured out a way to create $100 laptops for children in the developing world. Now, the challenge is how to get the computers into the hands of the children after a few world leaders changed their minds about orders for a million of the machines apiece.

Organization Tries to Get Laptops to Third World

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The Philosophy of Choosing Between Bad Options

How would Aristotle, John Stuart Mill or Immanuel Kant decide what to do in Iraq? Daniel Robinson, a member of Oxford University's philosophy faculty, discusses their moral theories.

The Philosophy of Choosing Between Bad Options

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Sputnik at 50: Looking Back at the Space Race

Sputnik Left Legacy for U.S. Science Education

When the Soviets launched Sputnik into orbit on Oct. 4, 1957, their history-making accomplishment sparked a much-needed revolution in scientific education in the U.S. But today, many educators feel that revolution has lost valuable ground.

Sputnik Left Legacy for U.S. Science Education

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Law

Previewing the Supreme Court's New Session

The Supreme Court returns to session on Monday. Among the cases on the docket: a test of the chemical cocktail used in lethal executions. The court's return coincides with the publication of Justice Clarence Thomas' new memoir.

Previewing the Supreme Court's New Session

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Sports

Barry Bonds May Be Headed for Retirement

The San Francisco Giants have decided not to renew aging home-run king Barry Bonds' contract. With a reputation for being difficult and allegations of steroid use dogging him, Bonds may have a hard time finding a new team to sign him. Retirement looks likely.

Barry Bonds May Be Headed for Retirement

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Politics

GOP Lawmakers Fear Backlash from SCHIP Veto

This week, President Bush is expected to veto legislation that would add $35 billion to the State Children's Health Insurance Program. That's causing problems for vulnerable Republicans in Congress, who fear being on the wrong side of a popular issue.

GOP Lawmakers Fear Backlash from SCHIP Veto

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Burmese Refugees Find New Home in Indiana

Some 3,500 refugees from Myanmar, also known as Burma, have made new homes in Fort Wayne, Ind. A support system offers refugees assistance such as food stamps and health care. About 100 new Burmese refugees are arriving each month.

Burmese Refugees Find New Home in Indiana

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Fate of Aging 'Mothball Fleet' Snared in Red Tape

A decaying flotilla of retired naval and merchant ships is wasting away in a shallow California bay. The ships make up what's now known as the Suisun Bay "mothball fleet." A bureaucratic battle rages over how to get rid of the ships while protecting waterways from toxins.

Fate of Aging 'Mothball Fleet' Snared in Red Tape

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Saturday

Education

New Hampshire Split Over High School Cheating

A small town in New Hampshire is coming to grips with a scandal at the public high school. Nine students face criminal charges for allegedly breaking into a classroom and stealing advance copies of final exams.

New Hampshire Split Over High School Cheating

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Books

Justice Clarence Thomas' Memoir Unveils Bitterness

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas' autobiography hits bookstores Oct. 1, coinciding with the court's new term. He received a $1.5 million advance for the memoir. He offers vivid, and at times, seething details about events surrounding his nomination.

Justice Clarence Thomas' Memoir Unveils Bitterness

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Election 2008

Giuliani Supporter Admits Funding Calif. Referendum

A top fundraiser for presidential hopeful Rudy Giuliani admits he was the financial backer of a controversial California ballot measure that could have tilted the presidential election in Giuliani's favor.

Giuliani Supporter Admits Funding Calif. Referendum

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Author Interviews

Banned Writers Find Refuge in U.S. Cities

Cities of Refuge is an organization that takes in banned writers, hoping to bring them from hostile homelands to live and work in a U.S. city. Ithaca, N.Y., is one of the cities.

Banned Writers Find Refuge in U.S. Cities

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