“Monkey Bill” in Tennessee Set to Become Law

Teachers in Tennessee will soon be able to challenge evolution the in classroom when the so called ‘monkey bill’ becomes law later this month.

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Advocacy Group Wants Hospitals to Give McDonald's the Boot

Media weigh in on an advocacy group's push for hospitals to evict McDonald's from cafeterias.

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By Emily Allen

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Is Homophobia Cause by Strict Parenting Styles?

A study published in April's issue of Journal of Personality and Psychology examines homophobia as a way to express repressed same-sex attraction.

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Gas Prices to Reach $8 a Gallon By Next Year?

An energy-consulting firm says if Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz to oil-tanker traffic next year, the implications of oil prices would be enormous. 

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Is Health Care Debate Back in Style?

The Affordable Care Act approaches its two-year anniversary a week before the Supreme Court begins hearing oral arguments on the law. 

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States Consider Drug Testing Welfare Recipients

More than 20 states are discussing legislation that would require welfare recipients to submit to drug tests in order to receive assistance.

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Nuclear Inspectors Arrive in Iran for Talks

Officials with the International Atomic Energy Agency are in Tehran this week to discuss Iran's controversial nuclear program.

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Obama Birth Control Mandate Debate Heats Up

The Catholic Church has taken issue with President Barack Obama's new mandate, claiming he is waging war on religious freedom.

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By Breana Jones

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Chrysler Posts First Annual Profit Since 1997

A few years after declaring bankruptcy, Chrysler posts a banner year in profits. Analysts debate why.

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2012 Super Bowl Ad Preview

Advertising juggernauts compete for exposure at this year's Super Bowl event on February 5th.

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A Star-Studded Goodbye for Etta James

Soul and R&B legend Etta James is laid to rest at a star-studded funeral in Los Angeles, remembered for her mark on music.

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Passengers of Shipwreck Offered Compensation Payout

Uninjured passengers of the cruise liner Costa Concordia are offered a payout of $14,460 to not sue.

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Obama to Deliver State of the Union: What to Expect

Aside from a bipartisan seating chart, analysts don't expect much civility ahead of President Obama's 2012 State of the Union address.

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Israeli Top Court Upholds Law Barring Palestinian Residents

The Israeli Supreme Court upheld a law passed in 2003 that bars Palestinian spouses of Arab-Israel citizens from attaining citizenship.

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Newsy Now: Breaking Headline News

Primary day New Hampshire; al-Assad gives televised speech; North Korea to grant amnesty; Hostess Brands close to bankruptcy.

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Rival Priests Brawl in Bethlehem Church Fight

The fight broke out in the Church of Nativity in Bethlehem, which is considered one of the holiest sites in Christianity.

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Lowe's Refuses To Reinstate Ads On All-American Muslim

The home improvement chain was presented with a 200,000 signature petition, but still won't back down.

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Study: Young Americans Have Frequent Run-ins With the Law

A study in Journal Pediatrics says nearly one third of Americans have a police record by the time they reach 23.

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Des Moines Register Endorses Romney

With the Iowa caucus coming up, what will the endorsement mean?

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NYPD Accused of Racism

The NYPD is under fire for postings on a Facebook page, titled "No More West Indian Day Parade Detail."

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By Ruisha Qian

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