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Washington Cocaine Kingpins Denied Request For Reduced Sentence

5:28pm September 16, 2015

by Carrie Johnson

In the closely-watched case, a judge concluded men pose a threat to the community and played a key role "in one of the largest drug conspiracies in the history of this city."

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a campaign event Tuesday aboard the USS Iowa battleship in Los Angeles.

The 1 Passage You Need To Read To Understand Donald Trump's Appeal

4:08pm September 16, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

Trump gave a speech with few policy specifics, but that's not the point at all. He's channeling how a swath of people feel, and nothing sums it up better than 178 words he uttered.

Jeff Bezos Announces Plans To Build, Launch Rockets From Cape Canaveral

4:03pm September 16, 2015

by Brendan Byrne

Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon.com, visited Florida Tuesday to announce his other company, Blue Origin, will launch rockets from Cape Canaveral. He created his private space firm 15 years ago.

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Don't be afraid to ask the pharmacy for a better price, consumer advocates say.

How To Save Money On Prescription Drugs, Insured Or Not

3:05pm September 16, 2015

by Emily Bazar

Believe it or not, it may be cheaper to pay for a prescription yourself rather than using your insurance. And if that fails, there are other places to turn for help getting the best possible deal.

U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at the American Airlines Center in Dallas Monday.

At Massive Dallas Rally, Trump's Speech Lacks Policy

3:02pm September 16, 2015

by Wade Goodwyn

Donald Trump addressed a crowd of thousands at the American Airlines Center in Dallas Monday. He spoke mostly about himself but also addressed illegal immigration, which drew a thunderous reaction.

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A limited-edition run of "Budweiser infused with Metallica" will be released in Quebec, Canada, on Sept. 28.

... And Beer For All: Budweiser Makes A Metallica Beer In Canada

2:41pm September 16, 2015

by Bill Chappell

The beer, which has the tag line "Coulée dans le rock" (cast in rock), will get a wider release in Canada later this month when fewer than 100,000 cases of special-edition black cans hit shelves.

A woman holds signs depicting the head of Republican presidential candidate businessman Donald Trump as she waits to enter the auditorium to hear him speak in New Hampshire.

Conservatives Start Air Assault Against Donald Trump

2:18pm September 16, 2015

by Jessica Taylor

A deep-pocketed conservative group is going on the attack against Donald Trump, spending $1 million on TV ads in Iowa to weaken the GOP presidential front-runner.

A masked man walks past trees shrouded with pollution haze in Beijing, China.

Don't Take A Deep Breath: Outdoor Pollution Kills 3.3 Million A Year

2:14pm September 16, 2015

by Susan Brink

Even the combined deaths from HIV/AIDS and malaria isn't quite as devastating. The culprits are the usual suspects, like cars and industry, but also cookstoves and ... manure?

N.H. Public Library Resumes Support Of 'Tor' Internet Anonymizer

12:20pm September 16, 2015

by Eyder Peralta

Homeland Security had warned the library supporting Tor could allow criminals to move child pornography anonymously. The library voted to continue its support of Tor, saying any freedom brings risk.

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange in March. Investors have been waiting to see whether the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates for the first time since 2006.

The Downside Of Keeping Interest Rates So Low For So Long

11:56am September 16, 2015

by Marilyn Geewax

Some economists say the Federal Reserve should leave rates alone, but many say super-low rates have big risks, too. They argue that the central bank needs to push rates back up to historic norms.