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Mid-Atlantic Braces For More Of 'Snowmageddon'
The second major snowstorm in less than a week was bearing down toward the region, where plows still hadn't touched some roads, utility workers were struggling to restore power and shovels were in short supply. The storm could dump more than a foot of snow on top of the nearly three feet already on the ground in many areas.
Toyota Recalls 437,000 Hybrids Worldwide
Toyota says it is recalling the Prius and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems - the latest in a string of embarrassing safety lapses at the world's largest automaker.
Can Toyota Recover Its Reputation For Quality?
The Japanese automaker has stumbled badly in managing its current recall crisis. It's been accused of withholding information, changing its story and being less than aggressive in dealing with the various problems. Assuming the company can solve the technology and safety problems, how does Toyota regain public trust?
Skeleton Racer Hopes For Redemption In Vancouver
U.S. skeleton racer Zach Lund is in Vancouver, British Columbia, for Friday's start of the Winter Olympics. Four years ago he was barred from the Olympic games in Italy, after testing positive for a banned, allegedly steroid-masking hair restoration drug. The drug was taken off the banned list in 2008.
Sen. Ben Nelson To Help Thwart Labor Nominee
The Nebraska Democrat says he will join with Republicans to oppose the nomination of Craig Becker to serve on the National Labor Relations Board. Nelson is the first Democrat to come out against the nomination. His decision likely means that Democrats cannot find the 60 votes needed to overcome a GOP filibuster of the nominee.
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Watching 'Lost' Later Spoils Some Of The Fun
Last night, ABC presented the two-hour season premiere of Lost, the mystery-shrouded ABC drama that's beginning its final year. The network was so secretive about the show's contents that it made only the first five minutes available for critics to preview. TV critic David Bianculli reviews the premiere and takes a larger look at the Lost phenomenon.
Expanded Oscar Field Makes Room For Big-Money Movies
If nominating 10 films for Best Picture was supposed to mean more of the potential audience had seen more of the movies, it's probably going to work.
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