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Famed Race Driver Dick Trickle Dies, Suicide Suspected

5.17.13 at 12:00pm by Mark Memmott

A fan favorite who gained nationwide fame because of his name, Trickle was known for both his many wins and his huge personality. But he may never have gotten over a granddaughter's death, friends say. Trickle was 71.

Young Gazan Men Get Unwanted Haircuts, Courtesy Of Police

5.17.13 at 12:00pm by Emily Harris

The Islamic group Hamas runs the Gaza Strip and controls the police force. A number of young men say police plucked them from the street and shaved their heads recently, apparently because the officers didn't approve of their hairstyles.

Biking To Work: Healthful Until You Hit A Pothole

5.17.13 at 12:00pm by Nancy Shute

Biking to work is a great way to get exercise, save money and reduce pollution from cars. But does the risk of accidents cancel out all the good? Experience in Europe says no, but the U.S. lacks that tradition of urban bike travel.

Book News: Amazon May Be Called Before Parliament Over Taxes

5.17.13 at 10:15am by Annalisa Quinn

Also: AARP and The Nation join a growing list of ebook publishers; Hilary Mantel on Jane Austen; Anne Applebaum on Sheryl Sandberg.

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