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Great White Sharks Are Closer Than You Think

A new scientific study shows that Pacific great white sharks swim much closer to busy beaches in California than scientists had believed. But there is no cause for alarm, because the study also confirms that sharks are not interested in people as prey.

Thanksgiving Day Parade Takes a New Turn

For the first time, the Macy';s Thanksgiving Day parade will not march down Broadway through New York City';s famous Times Square area. Instead, the bands and balloons will turn down Seventh Avenue.

Sesame Street Turns 40

This month, Sesame Street--the classic children';s television show that stars furry Muppets alongside human actors--celebrates its 40th anniversary

White House

whitehouse: That was nice: workers getting off the shift at the Purina plant gave the President snacks for Bo

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whitehouse: That was nice: workers getting off the shift at the Purina plant gave the President snacks for Bo

whitehouse: Heading to a shift change at the Purina plant now

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whitehouse: Heading to a shift change at the Purina plant now

whitehouse: CRS: WH has "already changed the relationship between lobbyists and covered executive branch officials" http://bit.ly/6qnRzh

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whitehouse: CRS: WH has "already changed the relationship between lobbyists and covered executive branch officials" http://bit.ly/6qnRzh