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Chase, Wells Fargo drop debit fees, BofA to adjust

Chase and Wells Fargo are joining the list of banks that won't be charging customers to use their debit cards, as the backlash over Bank of America's planned $5 monthly fee continues.

Why the US had it wrong about bin Laden's hideout

The dramatic raid on Osama bin Laden's compound in a Pakistani suburb this week capped a decade-long manhunt, but it also revealed just how wrong the U.S. had been about where the world's most wanted terrorist was hiding.

Marlins say Philliesmania doesn't bother them

Edwin Rodriguez knew something was up, because his phone would not stop ringing.

How the poll on relationships was conducted

The Associated Press-LifeGoesStrong.com poll on relationships was conducted Oct. 1-10 and is based on 1,532 interviews with adults, including 945 adults ages 45-65.

Experts try to convey danger of Indonesian volcano

The threat from more than 100 volcanos that dot Indonesia is impossible to predict with any precision.

Defenders wonder when NFL will protect them, too

Some NFL defenders are wondering when the league is going to crack down on infractions they see as equally deserving of suspensions as helmet hits, particularly illegal blocks that go on in the trenches.

Many voters, many views of election's meaning

There's the die-hard Democrat from Texas who says November's elections are about keeping Republicans from power. There's the North Carolina Republican who says it's about firing Democrats for growing government. There's the Florida guy who lost his job and says it's all about unemployment.

Youth push for louder conversation about suicide

The topic of suicide makes many people squirm. It's something we've been told we're not supposed to talk about. If you speak it, someone might do it.

Review: Not much to laugh about `All About Steve'

It's bad enough that the usually enjoyable Sandra Bullock has found a way to star in not one but two flat romantic comedies this summer, between "The Proposal" in June and now "All About Steve." But what's truly baffling — disheartening, really — is the fact that this latest one was written by a woman.

Rivers still chasing first Super Bowl ring

So, what about Philip Rivers?

AP Newsbreak: Thabeet tweets about trip to Miami

Connecticut's Hasheem Thabeet hasn't said whether he plans to skip his senior season to turn pro, though messages on his Twitter account indicate the promising center enjoyed a superstar's lifestyle during a holiday weekend in Miami.

Carter says his Series-winning HR gets overlooked

All these years later, Joe Carter has only one complaint about the home run he hit to win the 1993 World Series: It doesn't draw the attention it deserves.

Correction: Iraq exhibit story

In a Feb. 11 story about an Iraq war exhibit, The Associated Pres misstated the year when U.S. Army psychological operations specialist Jonathan Harvey spent 10 months in Iraq. It was in 2008, not 2007.

INSIDE WASHINGTON: All about trust — or lack of it

It's not bipartisanship that's on life support in Washington. It's basic trust and confidence.

A National Guard unit at a glance

E Company is the engineer company of the 120th Combined Arms Battalion, 30th Heavy Brigade Combat Team, North Carolina National Guard. The unit conducts a variety of tasks including clearing routes, destroying obstacles and base construction. The 76-man company also conducts basic combat operations, from patrols to clearing buildings.

Life in a Chinese village en route to Beijing

It's easy to get lost in the maze that is Beidian.

Obama's coming to Washington, but will he go out?

At Ben's Chili Bowl, the soon-to-be first family has an open invitation to dine for free on chili-smothered sausages.

25 things you might not know about McCain

Twenty-five things you might not know about John McCain

25 things you might not know about Obama

Twenty-five things you might not know about Barack Obama:

Many offer empathy, support for Elizabeth Edwards

There were many questions to ask about John Edwards on Friday after he admitted he'd had an affair. But the most poignant ones weren't really about him.

New York Times taps digital ad exec to lead About.com

The New York Times Co. has named digital advertising executive Cella Irvine to lead the company's online consumer guide and information service, which includes About.com.

Questions Remain on Fidel's Role

Fidel Castro is not fading away. Despite talking about a vacation and retirement, he has retained a role as commentator in chief — and possibly as commander in chief. He still heads the Communist Party, and will sign off on all major policy decisions, giving him a powerful role if he chooses to exercise it.

Quotes on Bill Clinton's Campaign Role

Reaction to former President Clinton, who has been campaigning for his wife's presidential run and has been taking aim at her rival Barack Obama:

Bill Clinton: Wife's 'Defender-In-Chief'

It started with dismissive talk of a fairy tale, then deteriorated into more of a nightmare.

Facebook Lets Users Block Marketing Tool

Saying it went too far in its pursuit of profit, the popular Internet hangout Facebook Inc. is allowing its 55 million users to permanently turn off a new marketing tool that tracks their activities at other Web sites.

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Florida ALF watchdog: I was dumped for doing my job - Neglected to Death -The Elderly
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This is a "MAJOR CONCERN"!  There is abuse in facilities that are supposed to be responsibly taking care of the elderly or the severly disabled. I have seen the abuse...I have reported the abuse.  Fl.

MSNBC.com launches Flash video player
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MSNBC.com video now available to viewers using Mozilla Firefox and Apple Safari

Msnbc.com Introduces New iPhone and iPod touch Application
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Free App from America's #1 News Site Delivers Compelling Multimedia Experience with Video, Photos and Twitter Feeds

Free msnbc.com iPhone application continues strong growth
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Innovative news app attracts multiple advertisers; Sponsorships sold out for next two months

A Chicken On Every Plot in Ft. Lauderdale
Source: MiamiHerald.com

A great concept, if the neighbors ALL agree.  But, chicken poop is a "crappy" mess as much as dog "poo" is.

Baby name survey
Source: ABC News

Survey showed that about 11% of parents regretted the name they chose for their kid. It took Kelcey Kintner nine months to figure out a name for her baby girl name, Presley, but a year of regret before she finally decided to change it.

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Director Michael Moore urges boycott of Georgia over Troy Davis execution  | ajc.com
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Film director Michael Moore is taking a stand in what he believes.  Now, a debate needs to begin on the death penalty, across the United States. We tend to take positions and dig-in when it is always too late to make a change.

Brian Addison joins EveryBlock in new role as president
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New position will lead innovative local news and community site that helps neighbors make their block a better place

I Am Having an Interesting DAY! 8/22/2011 1:06pm

Here I am again.  The idiot I rent from now just called a meeting within 24 hours; I don't know maybe he is concerned he is stupid and doesn't know it.    I put a radio/tv bought at a Charity Store,(in my camper/trailor; you ought to hear where he got his windows)& …

New Victim of "grant" Scam, People of the Salvation Army Involved? 8/11/11 9:36am

I thought maybe July 6; was enough to be for this group of gay advocate convicts; but today I am found out to be wrong; and they are more devil-like all the time.  Yeah some of them "work" for the local Salvation Army; and she wants to be my "wife"?  H'm the last time I …

Drug Prices to Plummet as Expiring Patents Allow Generic Competition
Source: ABC Action News

The cost of prescription medicines used by millions of people every day is about to plummet.  

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Msnbc Digital Network sets new video traffic record
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January is highest month ever with 161.7 million online streams

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Lara Logan looks at Navy SEALs' shadowy world
Source: CBS News

  The Navy SEALs who killed Osama bin Laden are being hailed as heroes for carrying out one of the most high-stakes missions in U.S. military history.  Most of what the SEALs do is never seen publicly. But CBS News has gone into their midst.

EveryBlock wants to make your block a better place
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Leading local site unveils new community features to help improve neighborhoods

Wisconsin GOP Lawmaker Complains Of Struggling Along On a $174,000 Salary
Source: Raw Story

The Republican Party in Polk County, Wisconsin has demanded that video of Rep. Sean Duffy (R) complaining about his $174,000/year salary be pulled from the Internet. Talking Points Memo reposted the clip Wednesday

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