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Obama: Akin 'somehow missed science class' ABC OTUS News - 10 hrs ago
President Obama tonight laid into embattled Republican Rep. Todd Akin of Missouri for his recent comments on rape and abortion, telling a crowd of campaign donors that the congressman must have “somehow missed science class.” … More »Obama: Akin 'somehow missed science class'
President Obama tonight laid into embattled Republican Rep. Todd Akin of Missouri for his recent comments on rape and abortion, telling a crowd of campaign donors that the congressman must have “somehow missed science class.” “Recently some of you have been paying attention to the...
Jordan pulls 3 squad members out of Paralympics AP - 2 hrs 22 mins ago
Jordan pulled three squad members accused of sexual assault in Northern Ireland out of the 2012 London Paralympics on Thursday. More »Jordan pulls 3 squad members out of Paralympics
Jordan pulled three squad members accused of sexual assault in Northern Ireland out of the 2012 London Paralympics on Thursday.
Egypt court remands newspaper editor in custody AFP - 1 hr 46 mins ago
An Egyptian court remanded editor Islam Afifi in custody on Thursday as he went on trial on charges of spreading false news and inciting disorder in a case that has sparked US concern. More »Egypt court remands newspaper editor in custody
An Egyptian court remanded editor Islam Afifi in custody on Thursday as he went on trial on charges of spreading false news and inciting disorder in a case that has sparked US concern.
Ingredients for black holes detected in Milky Way's core SPACE.com - 1 hr 27 mins ago
Scientists investigated our galaxy's central molecular zone, which contains the most massive, densest, and most turbulent molecular clouds in the Milky Way. More »Ingredients for black holes detected in Milky Way's core
Scientists investigated our galaxy's central molecular zone, which contains the most massive, densest, and most turbulent molecular clouds in the Milky Way.
Going hungry in America: 'Distressing,' 'humbling,' 'scary' The Lookout - 11 hrs ago
Cheryl Preston knows that others are worse off. But she's still hungry. As grocery prices creep higher and her income sags, rationing her family's food is a daily task.
Man locks self in plane cockpit in Baton Rouge AP - 42 mins ago
A passenger officials described as "distraught" when he shoved past crewmembers Wednesday and locked himself in a cockpit surrendered to authorities.
Storm Isaac threatens Caribbean, GOP convention Reuters - 6 hrs ago
Tropical Storm Isaac swirled over the Caribbean and was forecast to become a hurricane as it moved on a track that would put it off the coast of Florida on Monday, the opening day of the Republican convention in Tampa.
AP Exclusive: Energy loan watchdog an Obama donor AP - 5 hrs ago
A Wall Street executive who performed an independent review that exonerated the Obama administration's loan program to energy companies contributed $52,500 to re-elect the president after completing his work, an AP review finds.
U.S. says surprised by Navy SEAL's book on bin Laden raid Reuters - 13 hrs ago
The U.S. government was surprised by the news that a Navy SEAL who participated in the raid on Osama bin Laden's compound in Pakistan has written a book about the operation, U.S. officials said on Wednesday.
Hawaii woman just misses record half-ton marlin catch AP - 2 hrs 52 mins ago
A 5-foot-9-inch woman tournament fishing in Hawaii waters fought a 12-foot marlin more than four hours before getting it on her team's boat and weighing it at more than a half-ton — a would-be world record.

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Queen's Park Rangers 'keen to sign Inter Milan's Cesar' AFP - 1 hr 9 mins ago
English Premier League club Queen's Park Rangers are in talks to sign Inter Milan goalkeeper Julio Cesar, media reports said on Thursday. More »Queen's Park Rangers 'keen to sign Inter Milan's Cesar'
English Premier League club Queen's Park Rangers are in talks to sign Inter Milan goalkeeper Julio Cesar, media reports said on Thursday.
Japan's Yamanaka, Igarashi to defend boxing titles AFP - 1 hr 20 mins ago
Japan's World Boxing Council bantamweight champion Shinsuke Yamanaka and flyweight champion Toshiyuki Igarashi will both defend their titles in November, organisers said on Thursday. More »Japan's Yamanaka, Igarashi to defend boxing titles
Japan's World Boxing Council bantamweight champion Shinsuke Yamanaka and flyweight champion Toshiyuki Igarashi will both defend their titles in November, organisers said on Thursday.
Opel cuts working hours as demand slumps AFP - 1 hr 38 mins ago
German carmaker Opel, a loss-making unit of US giant General Motors, said Thursday it will reduce working hours at two key plants as demand in the European car market slumps. More »Opel cuts working hours as demand slumps
German carmaker Opel, a loss-making unit of US giant General Motors, said Thursday it will reduce working hours at two key plants as demand in the European car market slumps.
New Yorkers organize interim World Cup soccer AP - 2 hrs 36 mins ago
In a field in Harlem, emotions run high as the U.S. soccer team battles to defeat Angola and move on to the World Cup quarterfinals. In a penalty shootout, a player for Angola steps to the ball, shoots … More »New Yorkers organize interim World Cup soccer
In a field in Harlem, emotions run high as the U.S. soccer team battles to defeat Angola and move on to the World Cup quarterfinals. In a penalty shootout, a player for Angola steps to the ball, shoots and misses. The USA team rejoices.
Wounded Liverpool welcome City's riches Reuters - 2 hrs 43 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Since the formation of the Premier League two decades ago, Liverpool have been classed as one of the division's "Big Four" but their weakening grip on a place among the true elite was … More »Wounded Liverpool welcome City's riches
LONDON (Reuters) - Since the formation of the Premier League two decades ago, Liverpool have been classed as one of the division's "Big Four" but their weakening grip on a place among the true elite was eroded further by a woeful start to the new campaign. The kings of England in the 1970s and 80s have fallen on hard times …
Liverpool's Rodgers says would be mad to let Carroll leave Reuters - 2 hrs 44 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - Andy Carroll has failed to live up to his 35 million pounds move to Liverpool from Newcastle United, and despite starting the new Premier League season on the bench manager Brendan Rodgers … More »Liverpool's Rodgers says would be mad to let Carroll leave
LONDON (Reuters) - Andy Carroll has failed to live up to his 35 million pounds move to Liverpool from Newcastle United, and despite starting the new Premier League season on the bench manager Brendan Rodgers says he would be a "nutcase" to let the striker go. Rodgers, who replaced Kenny Dalglish as coach in June, was scornful …
Patient Pujara holds firm for India Reuters - 2 hrs 45 mins ago
HYDERABAD, India (Reuters) - Cheteshwar Pujara's patient half-century helped India overcome the loss of a trio of batting stalwarts and carried the hosts to 182 for three at tea on the first day of the … More »Patient Pujara holds firm for India
HYDERABAD, India (Reuters) - Cheteshwar Pujara's patient half-century helped India overcome the loss of a trio of batting stalwarts and carried the hosts to 182 for three at tea on the first day of the opening test against New Zealand on Thursday. At the interval, Pujara (54) and Virat Kohli (32) were at the crease, having …
HI woman just misses record half-ton marlin catch AP - 2 hrs 53 mins ago
A 5-foot-9-inch woman tournament fishing in Hawaii waters fought a 12-foot marlin more than four hours before getting it on her team's boat and weighing it at more than a half-ton — a would-be world … More »HI woman just misses record half-ton marlin catch
A 5-foot-9-inch woman tournament fishing in Hawaii waters fought a 12-foot marlin more than four hours before getting it on her team's boat and weighing it at more than a half-ton — a would-be world record.
Pujara cracks half-century on comeback AFP - 2 hrs 57 mins ago
Cheteshwar Pujara hit an impressive half-century on his comeback as India reached 182-3 at tea on the opening day of the first Test against New Zealand in Hyderabad on Thursday. More »Pujara cracks half-century on comeback
Cheteshwar Pujara hit an impressive half-century on his comeback as India reached 182-3 at tea on the opening day of the first Test against New Zealand in Hyderabad on Thursday.
Cooper back, Beale dropped for Wallabies AFP - 3 hrs ago
The mercurial Quade Cooper was Thursday recalled to the Wallabies side to face the All Blacks on Saturday, but Kurtley Beale was axed after an error-strewn performance last weekend. More »Cooper back, Beale dropped for Wallabies
The mercurial Quade Cooper was Thursday recalled to the Wallabies side to face the All Blacks on Saturday, but Kurtley Beale was axed after an error-strewn performance last weekend.
Deans 'not up to it', says ex-Wallabies coach Jones AFP - 3 hrs ago
Former Australia coach Alan Jones said incumbent Robbie Deans was out of his depth Thursday, claiming the best way he could improve the Wallabies was to shut up and stay at home in bed. More »Deans 'not up to it', says ex-Wallabies coach Jones
Former Australia coach Alan Jones said incumbent Robbie Deans was out of his depth Thursday, claiming the best way he could improve the Wallabies was to shut up and stay at home in bed.
Liverpool seek to bounce back in trip to Scotland AFP - 3 hrs ago
Liverpool can put the disappointment of their opening Premier League game under new coach Brendan Rodgers behind them when they head north of the border to face Hearts in their Europa League play-off first … More »Liverpool seek to bounce back in trip to Scotland
Liverpool can put the disappointment of their opening Premier League game under new coach Brendan Rodgers behind them when they head north of the border to face Hearts in their Europa League play-off first leg on Thursday.
Giants sweep Dodgers to pad NL West lead Reuters - 4 hrs ago
(Reuters) - The San Francisco Giants completed a three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers with an 8-4 victory on Wednesday to move further clear of their National League West rivals going into the closing … More »Giants sweep Dodgers to pad NL West lead
(Reuters) - The San Francisco Giants completed a three-game sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers with an 8-4 victory on Wednesday to move further clear of their National League West rivals going into the closing weeks of the regular season. The Giants (69-55) entered the series trailing the Dodgers (67-58) by half a game in …
Woods, McIlroy bring buzz back to Bethpage Black AP - 5 hrs ago
Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy playing in the same group. Bethpage Black, a notoriously tough track on Long Island made even more famous by the two U.S. Opens it has hosted in the last decade. More »Woods, McIlroy bring buzz back to Bethpage Black
Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy playing in the same group. Bethpage Black, a notoriously tough track on Long Island made even more famous by the two U.S. Opens it has hosted in the last decade.
Financiers to lend an ear to Mike Tyson Reuters - 5 hrs ago
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Former boxing champion Mike Tyson will meet financiers in Hong Kong next month and while he might be able to offer advice on doing time, the bankers should probably be wary of any … More »Financiers to lend an ear to Mike Tyson
HONG KONG (Reuters) - Former boxing champion Mike Tyson will meet financiers in Hong Kong next month and while he might be able to offer advice on doing time, the bankers should probably be wary of any investment tips he might have. The boxer with the furious fists who has, in his own words, behaved like a "Neanderthal" …
Bartolo Colon suspended 50 games for positive test AP - 5 hrs ago
In the 2½ hours it took the Oakland Athletics to wrap up a series win against the Twins, Bartolo Colon's belongings were removed from his locker and his nameplate taken down. More »Bartolo Colon suspended 50 games for positive test
In the 2½ hours it took the Oakland Athletics to wrap up a series win against the Twins, Bartolo Colon's belongings were removed from his locker and his nameplate taken down.
Roddick crashes out of Winston-Salem event AFP - 5 hrs ago
American Andy Roddick suffered a third-round loss at the $550,000 ATP Tour's Winston-Salem Open, losing in straight sets to Belgium's Steve Darcis. More »Roddick crashes out of Winston-Salem event
American Andy Roddick suffered a third-round loss at the $550,000 ATP Tour's Winston-Salem Open, losing in straight sets to Belgium's Steve Darcis.
RI's risky deal with Schilling focused on jobs AP - 5 hrs ago
The government deal that guaranteed a $75 million loan for baseball star Curt Schilling's video game company focused almost exclusively on how quickly the firm would bring jobs to Rhode Island and overlooked … More »RI's risky deal with Schilling focused on jobs
The government deal that guaranteed a $75 million loan for baseball star Curt Schilling's video game company focused almost exclusively on how quickly the firm would bring jobs to Rhode Island and overlooked requirements for attracting outside investment or other steps that could have helped protect the public's money …
Vilanova calm ahead of first 'Clasico' storm Reuters - 7 hrs ago
BARCELONA (Reuters) - Barcelona's new coach Tito Vilanova has one of the toughest acts to follow in replacing Pep Guardiola although he is not showing any sign of nerves ahead of his first showdown with … More »Vilanova calm ahead of first 'Clasico' storm
BARCELONA (Reuters) - Barcelona's new coach Tito Vilanova has one of the toughest acts to follow in replacing Pep Guardiola although he is not showing any sign of nerves ahead of his first showdown with Real Madrid. "I don't have anything riding on the result of this game. I like to experience this profession calmly. I …
'Public enemy' Cooper returns to face All Blacks Reuters - 7 hrs ago
AUCKLAND (Reuters) - Australia flyhalf Quade Cooper, dubbed 'Public Enemy Number One' in his native country of New Zealand, makes his long-awaited return to the Wallabies for their must-win Rugby Championship … More »'Public enemy' Cooper returns to face All Blacks
AUCKLAND (Reuters) - Australia flyhalf Quade Cooper, dubbed 'Public Enemy Number One' in his native country of New Zealand, makes his long-awaited return to the Wallabies for their must-win Rugby Championship clash against the All Blacks in Auckland on Saturday. Cooper will run out onto the same Eden Park pitch where he …
Jeter brushes off Bayless' HGH insinuation AP - 7 hrs ago
Derek Jeter brushed off comments by ESPN analyst Skip Bayless, who raised the possibility the star shortstop may have revived his career by taking Human Growth Hormone. More »Jeter brushes off Bayless' HGH insinuation
Derek Jeter brushed off comments by ESPN analyst Skip Bayless, who raised the possibility the star shortstop may have revived his career by taking Human Growth Hormone.
Woods, McIlroy to square off at Barclays AFP - 7 hrs ago
Golf's two biggest stars, Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, will be grouped together for the first time ever in an official PGA Tour event during the opening two rounds of The Barclays. More »Woods, McIlroy to square off at Barclays
Golf's two biggest stars, Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, will be grouped together for the first time ever in an official PGA Tour event during the opening two rounds of The Barclays.
Sale fans 13 as Chisox sweep Yankees AP - 7 hrs ago
Chris Sale's pitches were giving the New York Yankees fits from the outset. Even his catcher was surprised by the way the ball was moving. More »Sale fans 13 as Chisox sweep Yankees
Chris Sale's pitches were giving the New York Yankees fits from the outset. Even his catcher was surprised by the way the ball was moving.
Beltre hits 3 homers for Rangers AP - 8 hrs ago
It certainly wasn't the homecoming Tommy Hunter envisioned. More »Beltre hits 3 homers for Rangers
It certainly wasn't the homecoming Tommy Hunter envisioned.
Beltre blasts three homers as Rangers rout Orioles Reuters - 8 hrs ago
(Reuters) - Texas slugger Adrian Beltre smashed three home runs in the Rangers' 12-3 rout of the visiting Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday. Beltre launched a homer in each of his first three at bats, connecting … More »Beltre blasts three homers as Rangers rout Orioles
(Reuters) - Texas slugger Adrian Beltre smashed three home runs in the Rangers' 12-3 rout of the visiting Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday. Beltre launched a homer in each of his first three at bats, connecting in the second inning and twice in the fourth where Texas batted around for nine runs. Beltre, who now has 22 home …

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Woman Loses $4.68M Down Payment on NYC Apartment ABC News - 17 hrs ago
The ex-wife of a software executive lost a $4.68 million down payment on a New York City home after a judge ruled unfinished floors, and lack of heat, hot water and … More »Woman Loses $4.68M Down Payment on NYC Apartment
The ex-wife of a software executive lost a $4.68 million down payment on a New York City home after a judge ruled unfinished floors, and lack of heat, hot water and uninstalled closet rods were not good reasons to pull out of a contract...
Epic patent trial over iPhone goes to jurors AP - 17 hrs ago
Nine Silicon Valley residents who presided over the epic three-week patent trial between smartphone titans Apple Corp. and Samsung Electronics Co. began deliberating … More »Epic patent trial over iPhone goes to jurors
Nine Silicon Valley residents who presided over the epic three-week patent trial between smartphone titans Apple Corp. and Samsung Electronics Co. began deliberating the multibillion-dollar case Wednesday.
AP Exclusive: Energy loan watchdog an Obama donor AP - 5 hrs ago
A veteran Wall Street executive who performed an independent review that exonerated the Obama administration's program of loans to energy companies contributed $52,500 … More »AP Exclusive: Energy loan watchdog an Obama donor
A veteran Wall Street executive who performed an independent review that exonerated the Obama administration's program of loans to energy companies contributed $52,500 to re-elect President Barack Obama in the months since completing his work, according to an Associated Press review of campaign records. The executive defended …
Analysts project $1.1T federal deficit this year AP - 22 hrs ago
Congress' nonpartisan budget analysts are projecting a $1.1 trillion federal deficit for 2012, the fourth straight year the government's shortfall will exceed $1 tr … More »Analysts project $1.1T federal deficit this year
Congress' nonpartisan budget analysts are projecting a $1.1 trillion federal deficit for 2012, the fourth straight year the government's shortfall will exceed $1 trillion.
Iran clings to Asian oil market as sanctions bite AP - 17 hrs ago
When Iran welcomes leaders to a world gathering next week, few will get a grander reception than India's prime minister. As Tehran tries to offset the squeeze from Western … More »Iran clings to Asian oil market as sanctions bite
When Iran welcomes leaders to a world gathering next week, few will get a grander reception than India's prime minister. As Tehran tries to offset the squeeze from Western oil sanctions, there is no greater priority than courting energy-hungry Asian markets.
Airbuses suffer cockpit power failure, await fixes AP - 14 hrs ago
As United Flight 731 climbed out of Newark with 107 people aboard, the pilot and first officer were startled to find screens that display crucial navigational information … More »Airbuses suffer cockpit power failure, await fixes
As United Flight 731 climbed out of Newark with 107 people aboard, the pilot and first officer were startled to find screens that display crucial navigational information were blank or unreadable and radios were dead.
Analysts: Recession likely without budget accord AP - 19 hrs ago
A new recession is likely if a stalemate over tax and spending cuts continues between Democrats and Republicans, according to dire projections by the nonpartisan Congressional … More »Analysts: Recession likely without budget accord
A new recession is likely if a stalemate over tax and spending cuts continues between Democrats and Republicans, according to dire projections by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office on one of the this year's defining campaign issues.
Spending missteps make Brown tax plan a hard sell AP - 16 hrs ago
California Gov. Jerry Brown has made austerity a hallmark of his administration, telling state workers they must turn in their cellphones, selling off state vehicles, … More »Spending missteps make Brown tax plan a hard sell
California Gov. Jerry Brown has made austerity a hallmark of his administration, telling state workers they must turn in their cellphones, selling off state vehicles, severely reducing employee travel and cutting billions from the general fund.
Samaras: Greece euro exit threatens domino effect AP - 2 hrs 38 mins ago
Greece's prime minister has warned those politicians in Europe who are happy to see the country leave the euro that such an event could trigger a domino effect throughout … More »Samaras: Greece euro exit threatens domino effect
Greece's prime minister has warned those politicians in Europe who are happy to see the country leave the euro that such an event could trigger a domino effect throughout the 17-nation bloc using the euro currency.
Chinese solar industry faces weak sales, price war AP - Wed, Aug 22, 2012
Chinese solar panel makers that grew fast over the past decade are suffering big losses due to slumping global sales and a price war that threaten an industry seen by … More »Chinese solar industry faces weak sales, price war
Chinese solar panel makers that grew fast over the past decade are suffering big losses due to slumping global sales and a price war that threaten an industry seen by communist leaders as a role model for hopes to transform China into a technology leader.
Oil prices up on hopes for US central bank action AP - 1 hr 27 mins ago
Crude prices rose to nearly $98 per barrel Thursday, with oil markets being driven by hopes that the Federal Reserve is leaning toward action to help the U.S. economy's … More »Oil prices up on hopes for US central bank action
Crude prices rose to nearly $98 per barrel Thursday, with oil markets being driven by hopes that the Federal Reserve is leaning toward action to help the U.S. economy's stalled recovery.
German minister skeptical on more time for Greece AP - 1 hr 42 mins ago
Giving Greece more time to carry out reforms and spending cuts won't resolve the debt-laden country's problems, Germany's finance minister said Thursday, a day before … More »German minister skeptical on more time for Greece
Giving Greece more time to carry out reforms and spending cuts won't resolve the debt-laden country's problems, Germany's finance minister said Thursday, a day before the Greek prime minister meets Chancellor Angela Merkel.
CBO sees worse economic wreckage from "fiscal cliff" Reuters - 19 hrs ago
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Massive spending cuts and tax hikes due next year will cause even worse economic damage than previously thought if Washington fails to come up … More »CBO sees worse economic wreckage from "fiscal cliff"
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Massive spending cuts and tax hikes due next year will cause even worse economic damage than previously thought if Washington fails to come up with a solution, Congress' budget office said on Wednesday. Without Congressional action to avoid a "fiscal cliff," Americans should expect a "significant …
Samaras: Greece euro exit could spark more AP - 5 hrs ago
Greece's premier is warning that if his country is forced out of the eurozone it could start a domino effect throughout the 17-nation bloc using the euro currency. More »Samaras: Greece euro exit could spark more
Greece's premier is warning that if his country is forced out of the eurozone it could start a domino effect throughout the 17-nation bloc using the euro currency.
First lady announces new hiring push for vets AP - 12 hrs ago
First lady Michelle Obama chose a naval station in the electoral battleground of Florida to announce Wednesday that 2,000 businesses around the country have hired or … More »First lady announces new hiring push for vets
First lady Michelle Obama chose a naval station in the electoral battleground of Florida to announce Wednesday that 2,000 businesses around the country have hired or trained more than 125,000 military veterans and spouses in the past year, exceeding a White House goal of 100,000 by the end of next year.
Jurors begin deliberations in Apple patent case AP - 10 hrs ago
Jurors began deliberating Wednesday in a multibillion dollar patent infringement case pitting Apple against Samsung over the design of iPhones and iPads — but few experts … More »Jurors begin deliberations in Apple patent case
Jurors began deliberating Wednesday in a multibillion dollar patent infringement case pitting Apple against Samsung over the design of iPhones and iPads — but few experts were expecting a quick verdict.
Russia joins WTO after 18 years of talks AP - 20 hrs ago
Russia has joined the World Trade Organization, a body which restricts import duties and subsidies to make international trade fair, after 18 years of negotiations. More »Russia joins WTO after 18 years of talks
Russia has joined the World Trade Organization, a body which restricts import duties and subsidies to make international trade fair, after 18 years of negotiations.
Retailers report surprise sales drop in August - CBI survey Reuters - 2 hrs 13 mins ago
LONDON (Reuters) - British retailers reported an unexpected drop in sales in August, a survey by business lobby CBI showed on Thursday, indicating that the Olympics failed … More »Retailers report surprise sales drop in August - CBI survey
LONDON (Reuters) - British retailers reported an unexpected drop in sales in August, a survey by business lobby CBI showed on Thursday, indicating that the Olympics failed to give shops the much needed boost. Most British retailers have been struggling because consumers have been reluctant to spend as rising prices, tax …
Apple, Samsung make final pitch to jury Reuters - 23 hrs ago
SAN JOSE, California (Reuters) - Apple Inc's worldwide legal crusade against the Android mobile operating system drew toward a climax on Tuesday as the iPhone maker's … More »Apple, Samsung make final pitch to jury
SAN JOSE, California (Reuters) - Apple Inc's worldwide legal crusade against the Android mobile operating system drew toward a climax on Tuesday as the iPhone maker's attorneys accused Samsung of taking a shortcut by copying Apple's designs after realizing it could not keep up. Closing arguments were delivered at trial …
Walmart's Layaway Program Offers Christmas in September ABC News Blogs - 22 hrs ago
(Credit: Matthew Staver/Bloomberg via Getty Images) Following success last year, Walmart is set to begin its layaway program a month early. The Bentonville, Ark.-based retail … More »Walmart's Layaway Program Offers Christmas in September
(Credit: Matthew Staver/Bloomberg via Getty Images) Following success last year, Walmart is set to begin its layaway program a month early. The Bentonville, Ark.-based retail giant will run its Christmas layaway program from Sept. 16 through Dec. 14 in an effort to give parents more time...

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