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Bombings at finish have crossed a new line
It happened at the finish line. It wouldn't have been any less horrific if it had happened at mile 2 or mile 10 or mile 17, but the fact that the bombs exploded where they did at the Boston Marathon on Monday made the brutality even more symbolic....Tags: Road Running, Sports, Running, Boston Marathon, Boston Marathon Bombing (2013)
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'Head of Passes': A family's trials, inspired by Job
Despite his humility and regard for God's rules, Old Job has a rough time in his book. The fire of God burns up his sheep, and his oxen are carried off by raiders, but that's just livestock. He gets boils on his head, but that's just an affliction of...
Tags: Arts and Culture, Steppenwolf Theatre
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Muslim women fire back at the 'Topless Jihad'
When topless protesters decided to take aim at Islamism, some Muslim women fired back. “Nudity DOES NOT liberate me -- and I DO NOT need saving,” one wrote on a sign, held up to the camera in an image posted on Twitter. A furious debate...
Tags: Minority Groups, The Huffington Post, Feminism, Religious Conflicts, Jihad
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Tips for investing in exchange-traded funds
Exchange-traded funds have taken Wall Street by storm in the last few years. But the boom in ETFs may leave some investors confused about how to make the best use of the portfolios, which come in a dizzying array of flavors. Here's a practical...Tags: Mutual Funds, Retirement, 401K, Bonds, Financial Markets
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Letters to the Editor - April 3
Pay attention to your food To the editor: Food is a small word, but is has big meanings. It can be our friend or our enemy. It is colorful. It can be a fruit or a vegetable, dairy, fish, meat or nuts. It can be canned, boxed, frozen, fresh packed,...Tags: Elections, Allergies, Salt, Healthy Diet, Physical Fitness and Exercise
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Georgia town passes measure requiring gun ownership
As President Obama pushes for his gun control package, a small town in Georgia has made its feelings known -- for the other side. The City Council of Nelson has approved an ordinance that requires each head of household to own a gun. The legislation...Tags: Gun Control, Personal Weapon Control, James Holmes, Barack Obama, Interior Policy
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FAU 'Jesus' instructor: I am a 'very religious' Christian
The Florida Atlantic University instructor who assigned his students to "step on Jesus" said Monday he is a "very religious" Christian, and the lesson he taught has been used in classrooms nationwide for 30 years. Deandre Poole, 32, commented publicly...
Tags: Colleges and Universities, Teaching and Learning, Delray Beach, Florida Atlantic University, Religion and Belief
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Senate backs soft-shell crab as state sandwich
The soft-shell crab sandwich would join Maryland's roster of state symbols under legislation passed Monday night by the Senate. The 43-1 vote sends the bill to the House of Delegates, where it faces an uncertain fate. The House has generally been less...
Tags: Sandwiches, Foods and Beverages, Lifestyle and Leisure
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Digging deep into 'The Shining'
There is nothing especially frightening about Room 350 at the Standard Hotel on the Sunset Strip. It overlooks the pool, with colorful mod décor pleasantly bathed in bright window light. Inside, documentary filmmaker Rodney Ascher is prepared to discuss...
Tags: The Holocaust (1934-1945), The Shining (movie), Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Stanley Kubrick, Movies
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Point missed on Jesus-stomping lesson at FAU
If the Florida Atlantic University Jesus-"stomping" instructor was trying to make a point about religious tolerance, then point taken. Too bad so many people, including our governor, are missing the point. You and I may not like the classroom exercise...
Tags: Executive Branch, Education, Religion and Belief, Students, Rick Scott
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Westboro Baptist Church's new neighbor is a rainbow-painted house
Aaron Jackson got his colorful idea while stalking the Westboro Baptist Church on Google. The 31-year-old activist wanted to see what the notorious church looked like. For years, Topeka, Kan.-based Westboro protesters have been picketing soldiers'...
Tags: Minority Groups, Aaron Jackson, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, Google Inc., Religion and Belief
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McDonald's St. Patrick's Day Parade & Shamrock Festival Announces Parade Winners
Around 22,000 people watched Roanoke's St. Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday and saw some impressive floats. The winners were announced Monday. Virginia Highlands Pipe and Drums won best overall float. The Patrick Henry High School Air Force ROTC...
Tags: Arts and Culture, Holidays, Shamrock, St. Patrick's Day, Festive Events
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