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As ‘Don’t Ask’ Fades, Military Faces Thorny Practical Issues

The possible repeal of the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy presents the Pentagon with a new challenge: how to transition to a force where homosexuals serve openly.

Scientists Build Case for Undersea Plumes

Researchers believe that much of the oil from the spill is hovering in the deep sea, instead of surfacing.

Interactive Feature: A Daunting Season for 5 Gulf Governors

Most of the region’s governors have changed their responses to the oil spill as the scope of the disaster has grown.

Live ‘Glee’ Favors Exuberance Over Plot

During a three-night stand at Radio City Music Hall, the TV series was the star, not any of the performers.

Sadiq, 5, was helped by a medevac aircrew on Wednesday after he was bitten in the lip by a pit viper in his village in southern Helmand Province, Afghanistan.
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Hard Choices When Afghans Seek Doctors

Under NATO rules, civilians wounded as a result of military activity are treated by the American military. But each day, Afghans seek help for other ailments.

Operators of Drones Are Faulted in Afghan Deaths

In a scathing report released Saturday, the U.S. military said “unprofessional” reporting by drone operators precipitated a strike that killed 23 Afghan civilians.

Currently in Vogue: Ringing the Deficit Alarm

After years of passing costly legislation, Congress members are getting cold feet about adding to the red ink.

Strike in China Highlights Gap in Workers’ Pay

A strike at a Honda factory has come to symbolize income inequality, inflation and soaring property prices in China.

A Night at the Apollo, Starring Teachers

After reining in students all day in the classroom, New York City teachers cut loose with music and dance.

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Sword Fights and More
Sword Fights and More

An invasion in ancient Iran fuels “Prince of Persia.”

Operation Desert Togs

Operation Desert Togs

“Sex and the City 2” banishes the possibility of sadness.

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Student Debt Crisis
Student Debt Crisis

Is it really worth $100,000 in debt to graduate from a top school?

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A Sedan So Beautiful That It Hurts

A Sedan So Beautiful That It Hurts

Straight from the fairy-tale corner of the car lot, the Aston Martin Rapide is the company’s attempt to blend its royal legacy with four-door utility.

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