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Jeremy Abbott was the headliner at the U.S. Nationals in Spokane, with a 25 point lead over 2nd place Evan Lysacek. Abbott was nearly flawless, Lysacek solid, and Johnny Weir good enough to clinch the third Olympic berth.

My top three choices of great pubs where you can find a cold beer, a large screen TV, some conversation and good music music (not necessarily in that order).

Pole dancing builds muscle, liberates a woman's mind and increases her sexual energy, not necessarily in that order. It is only because I am a strong believer in all three areas that I encouraged my wife to sign up for this latest fitness craze.

Leaflet holders serve their purposes in many parts of the built environment. They dispense information in an ordered fashion without creating a litter nuisance.

Hillary's "Oregon Compact" is a little like Newt Gingrich's "Contract with America" or Bill Clinton's "Covenant." The promises on this one, though, would not only help Oregon but the rest of the country thanks to political ideas in Oregon frequently snowballing...

I'll never forget the moment I stepped out of the airport after coming back to Alaska after living in Los Angeles for a year. The air was clean and there was pure silence.

It's the fire in my eyes And the flash of my teeth The swing of my waist And the joy in my feet. I'm a woman Phenomenally Phenomenal woman That's me - Maya Angelou

Some Americans are traveling to Iran on Reality Tours where they hope to engage in some citizen diplomacy.

No other big game fish is a better target than Sailfish for fishing vacation. The Florida Keys consistently rank in the top twenty Sailfish destination. Here are a few tips for anglers new to the sport.