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A bloody nose, a last hurrah for friends, and more prom memories you shared with us
by Mansee Khurana
We asked for your favorite prom night memories. Here's what you shared.
Smoking Pot Interferes With Math Skills, Study Finds
by Shankar Vedantam
Researchers studying the effects of marijuana faced an obstacle: they couldn't create an exact control group. But a change in drug laws in the Netherlands offered a perfect laboratory.
Cleveland Takes 2-1 Lead In NBA Finals Over Golden State
by Tom Goldman
The Cleveland Cavaliers dominated Tuesday's NBA Finals game — coming out on top over the Golden State Warriors 96-91. The Cavs lead the series 2-1. Game 4 will be played in Cleveland on Thursday.
As NHL Players Pursue Lord Stanley's Cup, Shaving Is A Jinx
Even die-hard fans grow beards for good luck. But Mark Lazarus, the chairman of NBC Sports, says bushy beards make players too hard to recognize on TV.
Therapy Dog Loses License Over Costume
Chopper the Biker Dog wears a leather vest, bandanna and goggles. The dog has lost his therapy certification. The agency Pet Partners calls costumes a hazard.
Retailers Use Time To Their Advantage; More Impulse Products Sold
by Shankar Vedantam
Retailers have learned that the more time consumers spend in a store, the more likely they'll make impulse purchases. Stores are adapting the "shopping experience" accordingly.
Drop In Demand Leads To Layoffs In Russia's Auto Market
by Corey Flintoff
Russia's economy is going through a slump brought on by low oil prices and Western sanctions. But if the country's auto market is any measure, the economy faces a long and difficult road ahead.
In Their First World Cup Match, U.S. Women Beat Australia 3 -1
by Shereen Marisol Meraji
After Monday's victory, the U.S. has a strong lead in its World Cup group. That's good news for Hemphill family members, who are spending their vacation following the team during play in Canada.
South Korea Scrambles To Contain MERS Virus
by Elise Hu
Middle East respiratory syndrome has killed seven people and infected nearly 100 others in South Korea. The World Health Organization is out with new findings about the science behind this outbreak.
French Government Expected To Expand Power Of Surveillance
by Eleanor Beardsley
A sweeping surveillance bill giving the government heightened powers to spy and analyze metadata passed the lower house and is expected to clear the Senate. Critics call it the French Patriot Act.
Apple Jumps Into The Music Streaming Business
by Laura Sydell
The tech giant, whose iTunes store is the recording industry's largest retailer, finally unveiled its streaming service, which will cost $9.99 a month for unlimited access to music.