Palin Resigns
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Palin Resigns

Sarah Palin declared her independence a day early by announcing her decision to resign as governor of Alaska. Does she have an eye on 2012 or is she ducking a new scandal?

Did Scandal Sink the USS Palin
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Did Scandal Sink the USS Palin

The suddenness of Sarah Palin's resignation raises questions about whether a coming scandal caused her to leave office. Max Blumenthal looks at one possibility.

Why I Love Wimbledon
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Why I Love Wimbledon

As the fortnight comes to an end, Condoleezza Rice reflects on Roger Federer's hunt for a 15th Grand Slam, the Williams' sisterly rivalry, and the classic matches of her youth.

Chopra MJ Could Have Been Saved
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Chopra MJ Could Have Been Saved

Michael Jackson's friend and famed health guru, Deepak Chopra, tells Gerald Posner about his failed intervention with the singer—and says a simple ER drug could have saved his life.

The Week in Culture
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The Week in Culture

This week, Al Sharpton danced in honor of Jacko, Helen Mirren shined on stage, and Monty Python had the last laugh. VIEW OUR GALLERY for the best in film, TV, art, and music.

GOP Implosion
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GOP Implosion

In just weeks, three promising contenders for 2012—Sanford, Palin, and Ensign—have gone adrift, raising more questions about the party's future. A Daily Beast roundup of what happened.

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Celeb Anthem Screwups

From Hillary Clinton to Roseanne Barr, 14 of the worst (and a few of the best) renditions of the "Star-Spangled Banner."

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Palin Resigns

Sarah Palin declared her independence a day early by announcing her decision to resign as governor of Alaska. Does she have an eye on 2012 or is she ducking a new scandal?

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Did Scandal Sink the U.S.S. Palin?

The suddenness of Sarah Palin's resignation raises questions about whether a coming scandal caused her to leave office. Max Blumenthal looks at one possibility.

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Why I Love Wimbledon

As the fortnight comes to an end, Condoleezza Rice reflects on Roger Federer's hunt for a 15th Grand Slam, the Williams' sisterly rivalry, and the classic matches of her youth.

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Chopra: MJ Could Have Been Saved

Michael Jackson's friend and famed health guru, Deepak Chopra, tells Gerald Posner about his failed intervention with the singer—and says a simple ER drug could have saved his life.

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The Week in Culture

This week, Al Sharpton danced in honor of Jacko, Helen Mirren shined on stage, and Monty Python had the last laugh. VIEW OUR GALLERY for the best in film, TV, art, and music.

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GOP Implosion

In just weeks, three promising contenders for 2012—Sanford, Palin, and Ensign—have tripped up, leaving Republicans more adrift than ever. A Daily Beast roundup of what happened.

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Celeb Anthem Screwups

From Hillary Clinton to Roseanne Barr, 14 of the worst (and a few of the best) renditions of the "Star-Spangled Banner."

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