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Study: Majority Of 'Calm Downs' Ineffective

issue 4542 | 10.12.09 | News In Brief

ITHACA, NY—A study published recently in the Journal Of Mental Health found that attempting to reverse a loud emotional display... more»
Quaker Oats Canister Relabeled 'DRUGS' For Grade School Play

issue 4541 | 10.09.09 | News In Brief

ABINGDON, MD—In order to dispel any confusion regarding the contents of a 42-ounce Quaker Oats canister used in the play Drugs... more»
Man Defends Home State's License Plate Design

issue 4541 | 10.08.09 | News In Brief

BOSTON—Despite having never before given the topic a moment's thought, maintenance mechanic Ron Krueger, 46, aggressively defended his... more»
Favorite Stick Brought Inside

issue 4541 | 10.07.09 | News In Brief

DENVER—Discarding a number of twigs that did not conform to his high standards, Nicholas Thompson, 5, finally selected a favorite stick... more»
'Entertainment Weekly' Critic Lets Director Redo 'Sorority Row' For Better Grade

issue 4541 | 10.06.09 | News In Brief

HOLLYWOOD, CA—Critic Kate Ward told reporters Monday that she has given director Stewart Hendler a chance to reshoot his... more»
Secretary Of The Ulterior Clearly Vying For Better Cabinet Position

issue 4541 | 10.05.09 | News In Brief

WASHINGTON—Following a Monday morning staff meeting, White House sources said it has become clear that Department of the Ulterior head... more»
Town Proud Of Water Tower

issue 4540 | 10.02.09 | News In Brief

RICE, MN—Local residents reported Monday that the 157-foot-tall water tower in the center of town was the finest water storage structure... more»
Relationship Not A Power Struggle, Woman Who's Winning Reports

issue 4540 | 10.01.09 | News In Brief

ST. CLOUD, MN—Local resident Paula Sizemore, 29, who has consistently dominated her 28-year-old boyfriend Sam Leach during the entirety... more»
Pentagon Report Concludes Too Many Soldiers Have Same Nickname

issue 4540 | 09.30.09 | News In Brief

ARLINGTON, VA—An inquiry into last month's fatal midair collision of fighter planes piloted by Maj. John "Scorch" Basin and Col. Keith... more»
After 40-Day Search, Authorities Finally Replace Missing Boy

issue 4540 | 09.29.09 | News In Brief

WILMINGTON, NC—Following an exhaustive six-week search, federal and local authorities announced Monday that they have finally located... more»

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At the AV Club: Best Music Of The '00s

News In Brief

Study: Majority Of 'Calm Downs' Ineffective

Quaker Oats Canister Relabeled 'DRUGS' For Grade School Play

Man Defends Home State's License Plate Design

Favorite Stick Brought Inside

'Entertainment Weekly' Critic Lets Director Redo 'Sorority Row' For Better Grade

Secretary Of The Ulterior Clearly Vying For Better Cabinet Position

Town Proud Of Water Tower

Relationship Not A Power Struggle, Woman Who's Winning Reports

Pentagon Report Concludes Too Many Soldiers Have Same Nickname

After 40-Day Search, Authorities Finally Replace Missing Boy

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