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06 Jan 2009 10:56

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Sports: For most people, winning the lottery. For a Yankee, an insult.

  • $10 million offered to Andy Pettitte; he’s turning it down source
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06 Jan 2009 09:15

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Offbeat: Well, that’s one way to get you to stop looking at your laptop

  • Espresso + erotica? A small Maine town is debating whether they want their claim to fame to be a topless coffee shop. Vassalboro officials will weigh the benefits of making free wi-fi only the second-most appealing feature for the coffee shop’s patrons.
  • Opinions are mixed While some people in the community don’t like the idea of having a low-key strip joint, others don’t seem bothered by the idea. “I don’t mind what they do,” resident Randy McKiel said. “They’re just trying to make a living.” source
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06 Jan 2009 08:50

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U.S.: What “intimate” details are we talking about here?

  • Laura Bush, memoir-writer. The outgoing first lady just signed a deal with Scribner to publish a book about her life both in and out of the White House. She promises to give “intimate” details about living in the White House, whatever that means. Despite George W. Bush’s low approval ratings, they’re going ahead with it anyway, and it should be out in 2010. source
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06 Jan 2009 08:38

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Offbeat: Go experience nature; you’ll feel better

A new study says that going outside clears your head and improves your brain. Go take a walk. source
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