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The 10 Richest Women in the World
Australian mining magnate Gina Rinehart could challenge Walmart scion Christy Walton as the richest... MORE
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Karen Handel’s Resignation Letter
The Susan G.... MORE
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Gisele Bundchen Criticizes Patriots Receivers After Super Bowl (Video)
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Making Big Bucks Off Facebook
As the social network moves closer to going public, its key investors stand to win big. MORE
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Komen’s Political Storm
The Komen Foundation faced a political firestorm after pulling Planned Parenthood funding.... MORE
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Most Adorable YouTube Sloths
From Kristen Bell’s emotional meltdown to a sloth trying to cross the street, watch why these... MORE
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Australia P.M. Julia Gillard Trapped in Protest (Video)
Loses shoe in scuffle with activists. MORE
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And the Oscar Nominees Are ...
Hugo led the pack with 11 nods, and there were plenty of surprises. See the full list here. MORE
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7 Revelations From the JFK Tapes
Kennedy’s library has released 45 hours of meetings, phone calls, and conversations that the... MORE
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Gabrielle Giffords to Resign From Congress (Video)
Will focus on recovery. MORE
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Joe Paterno Dies at 85
Paterno, the winningest coach in college football history, died on Sunday after a battle with lung... MORE
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Websites That Went on Strike
From Cheezburger to Greenpeace, the sites that protested Congress’s anti-piracy bills on Wednesday. MORE
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7 Top Reasons to Never Go on a Cruise
Your ship could capsize, your captain could abandon ship—but wait, there are even more good reasons... MORE
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GOP Debate Live Chat
Join Howard Kurtz, John Avlon, and Lois Romano for a live chat at 9 p.m.... MORE
