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Swampland

Independence Day

It's a good day to end a vacation, to get back to work remembering what it is about this country that we should truly cherish. Read more

The Detroit Blog

Detroit's Natural Resource

Detroit is known for cars and music. Natural resources? Not so much. Read more

Health & Science

Ecocentric

"Climategate" Report Due Wednesday

A review into the chain of emails from the University of East Anglia's Climatic Research Unit (CRU) that caused an international scandal when they were leaked last year is due out on Wednesday. Read more

Wellness

Can Your Neck Tell You If You're Overweight?

As helpful as the body mass index is for telling you if you're overweight or obese, doctors agree that it's not perfect. Read more

World

World Cup 2010

The Reason for German Success: It's Got 13 Men!

It's hard not to resort to cliche when looking at the intricate preparations undertaken by Germany when it comes to World Cup's. Read more

Entertainment

Tuned In

From GOP to Gallows Humor: The Daily Show Finds Its New, Exasperated Tone

I've watched in admiration as the show has evolved from a straight comedy program to a far more biting nightly media/politico watchdog. Read more

Business & Technology

The Curious Capitalist

What Happens If Asia's Recovery Stalls Too?

Asia, the guiding light of the post-recession world, is hitting some speed bumps. What does that mean for the world economy? It's just more evidence that the global recovery may be running out of steam. Read more

It's Your Money

10 Consumer Questions Including: Is Your Contractor Lying to You?

Also: Is it better to invest or pay off your mortgage early? Is Hulu Plus worth the $10 a month they're asking for it? Are you paying too much in property taxes? Read more

Techland

Please, Let This Really Be James Cameron's Next Project

Consider it a marriage made in gimmick heaven: The Black Eyed Peas are, apparently, going to make a tour movie with James Cameron, and it's going to be in 3D. Read more

Photos

White House Photo Blog

The flag-draped coffin of the late Senator Robert Byrd is carried through the reception room and into the Senate chamber of the U. S. Capitol building in Washington D.C.View more

Don't take the bait.

• - Posted by slowp on Swampland in response to Karen Tumulty's post "Health Care: The Industry Steps Up. Maybe"