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Russia marks 80 years since World War II victory over Nazi Germany
by Leila Fadel
Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed the leaders of China and Brazil to commemorate the anniversary.
Is Healthcare.gov Ready For Last-Minute Shoppers?
For millions of Americans, Dec. 23 is the last day to sign up for individual health plans to be assured of coverage Jan 1. That's the case in all 36 states that use the federal website healthcare-dot-gov.
Most Books At N.Y. High School Are Digital
Many schools are adding computer tablets and cutting back on books. Archbishop Stepinac High School is doing without them almost entirely. The only exception: books on religion.
Weird Stories Make The News In 2013
Here's an example of off-beat stories from United Press International: Germany dropped the longest word in its language. Maker's Mark had plans to lower the alcohol content in its whiskey. And a Canadian dentist bought John Lennon's tooth at auction, hoping to use it to clone the Beatle.
Washington Holidays Begin With An Air of Bipartisanship
President Obama and his family are vacationing in Hawaii and Congress is in recess until early next year. As members left town, it was in a less contentious mood than in the last several years. But next year brings challenges that are likely to test whatever good will is now in the air.
In Case You Didn't Know: Underwear And Hummus Are Different
You might think underwear maker Hanes would be worried about competition from Jockey or Fruit of the Loom. In fact, Hanes seems far more concerned about being confused with chickpea dip. The American manufacturer has threatened to sue a Canadian company, Hanes Hummus, for trademark violation.
Apple Signs Deal With China Mobile
China and Apple have announced a deal to bring the iPhone to the world's biggest wireless network. The agreement gives Apple access to China Mobile's 700 million plus customers. It's a big boost for Apple, which has lagged behind Samsung and local brands in the Chinese market.
Obama Fails To Accomplish Ambitious Agenda In 2013
President Obama has had a dramatic trajectory this year. He started 2013 fresh off a hard-fought electoral victory, going into a second term with a lot of goals. He ends the year with many of his priorities stalled and his poll numbers at all-time lows.
Minister Defrocked Over Officiating Gay Wedding Will Appeal
by Emma Jacobs
United Methodist church officials have defrocked the Rev. Frank Schaefer, who presided over his son's gay wedding.
Russian Amnesty Decision Made Before Start Of Winter Olympics
Two members of the Russian activist band Pussy Riot and billionaire Mikhail Khordorkovsky are expected to be released from prison by Russian President Vladimir Putin. David Greene talks to reporter Masha Gessen about whether this move signals a liberalizing trend, or is simply a calculation ahead of the 2014 Olympics.
'Duck Dynasty' Attracts Christian Conservatives
by Lynn Neary
The patriarch of the Duck Dynasty family has been suspended indefinitely from the hit reality TV show on A&E because of his remarks about homosexuality. He made the comments to GQ magazine. The show has spawned a multi-million-dollar industry of related products and books.
Hershey Buys Chinese Chocolate Company For $584 Million
The candy company based in Hershey, Pa., bought Shanghai Golden Monkey on Thursday. Hershey may hold the largest share of the U.S. chocolate market, but only a small share of candy sales overseas.
U.S. Economy's 3rd-Quarter Growth Beats Projections
The economy grew by 4.1 percent in the third quarter of the year, significantly higher than the earlier projection of 3.6 percent. The upward revision comes mostly thanks to stronger consumer spending, and it's the strongest showing in almost two years.