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Hyundai Will Take Your Car With Proof of Pink Slip

CitizenSugar — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 14:40:46 -0800

Hyundai Will Take Your Car With Proof of Pink Slip The company is offering a walkaway program that allows buyers to return their cars if they endure a life-changing event within one year of purchase.

Barack Obama on Check Please

CitizenSugar — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:30:18 -0800

Barack Obama on Check Please Now that America has become familiar with President-elect Barack Obama's political agenda, the country has taken interest in the soon-to-be president's personal quirks and preferences. A clip surfaced of Obama on Check Please! Chicago, a Chicago series that features locals reviewing restaurants.

Jon Stewart Talks Rupert Murdoch

CitizenSugar — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 10:50:31 -0800

Jon Stewart Talks Rupert Murdoch Jon Stewart hosted Michael Wolff, author of Rupert Murdoch biography The Man Who Owns the News last night and the two humorously debated Wolff's claim that Murdoch "is the most powerful man for the longest period in our era."

Harry Reid: "I Don't Work For Obama"

CitizenSugar — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 09:20:26 -0800

Harry Reid: "I Don't Work For Obama" In a recent interview Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said he would not roll over for the new president the way Republicans did for Bush.

Six-Year-Old Gives Himself License to Drive

CitizenSugar — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 01:34:34 -0800

Six-Year-Old Gives Himself License to Drive A Virginia boy put the pedal to the metal in his family's Ford Taurus after he missed his ride on Monday. While his mom slept, he grabbed the keys and got going, running off the road multiple times before he hit an embankment and utility pole.

Obama Raises $27 Million for Inaugural Activities

CitizenSugar — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:20:17 -0800

Obama Raises $27 Million for Inaugural Events Despite the week economy cash keeps pouring in for President-elect Barack Obama's inaugural events. The inaugural committee has raised at least $27 million, donor information on its website Tuesday showed. Most of that has come in over the past three weeks.

Take the CitizenSugar Reader Survey!

CitizenSugar — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:25:30 -0800

Take the CitizenSugar Reader Survey! You are invited to participate in our quick and painless Sugar reader survey. It's sort of like voting — there's no right or wrong answer, just the one that's true for you. Through this feedback we'll be able to make sure your Citizen experience is the very best possible.

Levi Johnston Quits Job; Palin Denies Involvement

CitizenSugar — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:40:06 -0800

Levi Johnston Quits Job Levi Johnston, who is planning on marrying Gov. Sarah Palin's daughter, Bristol, has quit his North Slope oil field job over questions about his eligibility to participate in an electrical apprenticeship program. Palin denies any involvement.

Obama Picks Leon Panetta to Head CIA

CitizenSugar — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:20:42 -0800

Obama Picks Leon Panetta to Head CIA Democratic officials say Barack Obama has chosen former Clinton White House Chief of Staff Leon Panetta to run the CIA. Panetta was a surprise pick for the post, with no experience in the intelligence world.

The Most Admired Men and Women of 2008

CitizenSugar — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:20:00 -0800

The Most Admired Men and Women of 2008 A Gallup poll asked Americans who they admired most in 2008 and the results are varied and interesting. For the seventh year in a row, Hillary Clinton was ranked as the most admired woman, and Sarah Palin ousted second place incumbent Oprah Winfrey in the 2008 list.

Bank of America on Top of the Banking World

CitizenSugar — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 12:50:09 -0800

Bank of America on Top of the Banking World While the process of purchasing Merrill Lynch began in September, the transaction was made final on Thursday, making Bank of America the biggest bank in the US and ending 94 years of independence for Merrill.

Ten-Year-Old Hopes to Land Inaugural Obama Interview

CitizenSugar — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 09:20:02 -0800

10-Year-Old Hopes to Land Inaugural Obama Interview Damon Weaver has already interviewed Joe Biden and Caroline Kennedy, but the Florida fifth grader was denied press credentials to interview the president-elect.

Who Was a Better President?

LibertySugar — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 02:50:32 -0800

Who Was a Better President? Which of the 43 will end up as the president everyone playing considers the best. Let history be your guide and decide once and for all — who was the commander in chiefiest of them all?

Joan Rivers: Obama Should Have Pinned Back His Ears

CitizenSugar — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:50:00 -0800

Joan Rivers: Obama Should Have Pinned Back His Ears When asked about Barack Obama's appearance, Rivers said, "I think he should have pinned the ears back years ago. They really annoy me. He represents my country now — pin back the ears!"

Israeli Forces Bisect Gaza, Surround Biggest City

CitizenSugar — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 09:05:28 -0800

Israeli Forces Bisect Gaza, Surround Biggest City Israeli ground troops and tanks cut through the Gaza Strip early Sunday, diving the territory into two and surrounding its biggest city as the new phase of a devastating offensive against Hamas militants gained momentum.

Meet the Signers of the Declaration of Independence

CitizenSugar — Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:50:00 -0800

Meet the Signers of the Declaration of Independence Here's a look at some of the 56 men who put pen to parchment. Not the usual suspects, your John Adams (who said it was "dress and ornament rather than Body, Soul, or Substance,") your Thomas Jefferson, or Benjamin Franklin — that's kids' stuff. Did you know a guy named "Button" signed the thing? Oh, yes. Button.

Vintage War Propaganda Posters — Are We Repeating History?

CitizenSugar — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:50:09 -0800

Vintage War Propaganda Posters — Are We Repeating History? World Wars I and II left us with not only a global landscape changed forever politically and historically, but two of the biggest events in the 20th century left us with a wealth of propaganda artifacts that almost tell the story better than any history book.

Top 10 Places We'll Show You That Google Can't!

CitizenSugar — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:50:32 -0800

Top 10 Places We'll Show You That Google Can't! Ah, Google Maps. That street view function that's captured so many a crazy scene has raised security, political, and privacy hackles the world over. From refugee camps to British swimming pools the program's reach is pervasive.

Record Sydney Crowd Gets New Year Party Started

CitizenSugar — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 11:50:24 -0800

Record Sydney Crowd Gets New Year Party Started It's already 2009 in Sydney! A record crowd of up to 1.5 million Australians and tourists watched a massive fireworks display alongside Sydney's world-famous Opera House.

Bristol Palin Could Earn $300,000 for Baby Pics

LibertySugar — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 09:15:19 -0800

Will Bristol Palin Earn $300,000 for Baby Pics? MSNBC is reporting that the Bristol Palin and Levi Johnston may receive up to $300,000 for the first pictures of their son Tripp.

Shoptacular! Products Made in the USA

CitizenSugar — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:50:03 -0800

Shoptacular! Products Made in the USA With cognizance of goods' origins — and how far they had to travel to get to you (read: fuel consumption) — being especially important, here are some surprising, everyday, and well-loved products that are Made in the USA.

Do You Know Women in Power Positions?

CitizenSugar — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:20:02 -0800

Do You Know Women in Power Positions? While the US has yet to see a female president, there have been female leaders in countries across the world as long as sources date back. Currently, there are reigning queens in three countries, six female presidents, and seven female prime ministers. Can you recognize them? Take my quiz and find out!

Harry and Chelsy Royally Enjoy Their Vacation

CitizenSugar — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:30:03 -0800

Harry and Chelsy Royally Enjoy Their Vacation Prince Harry and his girlfriend Chelsy Davy were in Mauritius over the weekend for an after-Christmas getaway with their friends. Harry's brother William seems to be covering up for Winter with his new beard, but Harry was all about stripping down to hit the beach with his equally hot bikini-clad Chelsy.

Virginity Pledges Don't Mean Much

LibertySugar — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 11:50:55 -0800

Virginity Pledges Don't Mean Much For years, there has been an ongoing battle between two opposing ways of schooling: sex education and abstinence-only education. A new study may help sex education win this war once and for all since research shows that encouraging teens to be abstinent until marriage is ineffective.

Sarah Palin's a Young Grandma, Are They More Fun?

CitizenSugar — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 10:52:39 -0800

Sarah Palin's a Young Grandma, Are They More Fun? At 44, Sarah Palin just became a very young grandma with the birth of her daughter, Bristol's son, Tripp on Sunday. Some women can't wait for grandbabies while others prefer to hold off on getting the title.

Family Finds $10,000 in Organic Crackers Box

LibertySugar — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 09:20:14 -0800

Family Finds $10,000 in Organic Crackers Box Holding onto money is everyone's goal these days, yet one honest California family was eager to give back the envelope filled with $100 bills found in a box of crackers. Whole Foods is notorious for costly groceries that eat up our paychecks, but the Rogoff family unknowingly left the store $10,000 richer.

Obama Hides His BlackBerry In a Cell Phone Holster

CitizenSugar — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 07:45:57 -0800

Obama Hides His BlackBerry In a Cell Phone Holster President-elect Barack Obama was spotted in Hawaii this past weekend sporting his beloved BlackBerry 8830 World Edition Smartphone in a pretty geeky belt holster.

Top 10 Health Breakthroughs of 2008

LibertySugar — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:30:18 -0800

Top 10 Health Breakthroughs of 2008 Prevention has put together a list of the top medical breakthroughs of 2008. The magazine researched journals and talked to experts about how medical thinking changed this year, and particularly how those opinions affect healthy living.

Do You Prefer Prince William Clean Shaven or Bearded?

LibertySugar — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 15:10:21 -0800

Do You Prefer Prince William Clean Shaven or Bearded? Following a busy year, Prince William showed off his new beard as he joined the royal family on Christmas Day. We've seen a lot of gorgeous guys grow facial hair in 2008, with Jude Law clinching the title of most popular mustache.

Holiday Sales Drop to Force Bankruptcies, Closings

CitizenSugar — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 12:50:31 -0800

Holiday Sales Drop to Force Bankruptcies and Closings US retailers are facing a wave of store closings, bankruptcies, and takeovers starting next month as holiday sales are shaping up to be the worst in 40 years.

Sofa Ad Makes Fun of Governor Rod Blagojevich

LibertySugar — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 10:45:31 -0800

Sofa Ad Makes Fun of Governor Rod Blagojevich Here's an amazingly cynical ad for sofas that pokes fun at Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich's attempt to sell to the highest bidder the Senate seat President-elect Obama left vacant.

Welcome Mr. President: Inauguration iPhone App

LibertySugar — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 09:10:11 -0800

Welcome Mr. President: Inauguration iPhone App Use your iPhone to count down to the first big historical event of the year — President-elect Barack Obama's inauguration. The free 2009 Presidential Inauguration Guide has a count down to January 20, as well as a guide to Washington D.C., if you're lucky enough to be in town that day.

People to Power Times Square New Year's Party

CitizenSugar — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 06:50:06 -0800

People to Power Times Square New Year's Party The spectacular Times Square New Year's Eve celebration is already going to be that much more entertaining this year with the bigger Times Square LED-covered ball, and now Duracell has announced that they will power the ball with batteries charged by people.

No Improper Contact With Governor, Says Obama Report

LibertySugar — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 14:06:35 -0800

Obama Report: No Improper Contact With Governor An internal review prepared for Barack Obama found his incoming chief of staff had multiple conversations with the Illinois governor's office, but said the talks did not involve any deal concerning whom the governor would appoint to replace Obama in the Senate. The Obama transition team also released the report to the public in PDF format.

The Duggars Have Another, Their 18th Baby Is Born!

LibertySugar — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 14:00:44 -0800

The Duggars Have Another, Their 18th Baby Is Born! Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, the Arkansas couple known for their large brood, just welcomed another! Jordyn-Grace Makiya was born on Thursday, Dec. 18, via C-section. Weighing in at 7 lbs., 3 oz. and stretching 20 inches long, she will be the newest star of the family's TLC series, 17 Kids & Counting.

Gov. Blagojevich: "I Will Be Vindicated"

LibertySugar — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:45:05 -0800

Gov. Blagojevich: "I Will Be Vindicated" Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich defiantly proclaimed his innocence Friday and said that he will not let a "political lynch mob" force him to resign. "I will fight. I will fight. I will fight until I take my last breath," Blagojevich said in his first official statement since being arrested last week on federal corruption charges. "And I'm not going to quit a job that people hired me to do because of false accusations and a political lynch mob."

Top-10 Things You Didn't Know About Barack Obama

LibertySugar — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:00:55 -0800

Top-10 Things You Didn't Know About Barack Obama If you found yourself asking "Who is the real Barack Obama" during the campaign, a British newspaper is here to help. The Telegraph put together a list of the 50 facts you might not know about the president-elect. Here are my 10 favorite facts about the next leader of the free world!

Blagojevich Impeachment Panel Calling First Witnesses

LibertySugar — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 14:00:25 -0800

Blagojevich Impeachment Panel Calling First Witnesses A lawyer for Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich told state lawmakers Thursday that the federal wiretaps at the heart of the pay-to-play allegations against his client were illegally obtained, and therefore should be kept out of any impeachment proceedings. The wiretaps are crucial to the federal charges filed against Blagojevich last week. Prosecutors say they caught the Democratic governor discussing efforts to auction off Barack Obama's US Senate seat and pressure a hospital executive for campaign donations.

Most Shocking Headline: Graduates Flee US to Escape Student Loans

LibertySugar — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 14:15:07 -0800

Most Shocking Headline: Graduates Flee US to Escape Student Loans Graduating with debt isn't the best way to start out in the real world, but it's a reality that many college graduates face. Most grads set up a plan to pay off their student loans within a certain time period, but some of the educated and in-debt have become too overwhelmed by their loans to repay them. Instead of facing debt collectors, some students with massive debt are choosing to flee the country after they've defaulted on their loans.

Cell Phones Become More Affordable For Cubans

LibertySugar — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 10:40:31 -0800

Cell Phones Become More Affordable For Cubans In a country where the average income is only $20 a month and personal computers cost around $800, access to technology for Cubans is something that's often restricted to the rich. Recently, Cuba's government owned telephone service provider Etecsa, decreased the cost of cell phone activation from $120 to about $65, almost a 50 percent decrease.

Biggest Headlines of 2008: The Long Tale (Tail?) of the First Puppy-to-Be

LibertySugar — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 06:00:00 -0800

Biggest Headlines of 2008: The Long Tale (Tail?) of the First Puppy-to-Be PetSugar can't think of any other dog that's been more anticipated by the general population than the yet-to-be chosen, announced, named, or introduced addition to the Obama family. If we're all so excited, wanting to share our opinions for their pet, can you imagine what lil Sasha and Malia are feeling?! PetSugar backtracked to round up some of her fave posts about one of the Biggest Headlines of 2008.

Fed Cuts Benchmark Rate to Near Zero

LibertySugar — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 12:30:28 -0800

Fed Cuts Benchmark Rate to Near Zero The Federal Reserve entered a new era on today, setting its benchmark interest rate so low that it will have to reach for new and untested tools in fighting the recession. Going further than analysts anticipated, the central bank cut its target for the overnight federal funds rate to a range of 0 to 0.25 percent, a record low, virtually bringing the United States to the zero-rate policies that Japan used for six years in its own fight against deflation.

Is Layoff Survivor Syndrome Legitimate?

LibertySugar — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 10:30:08 -0800

Is Layoff Survivor Syndrome Legitimate? It's hard to say good-bye to laid-off coworkers, especially when you're reminded of your own vulnerability. Some experts say that the emotional effects on co-workers left after a round of layoffs are similar to the stress felt by workers suddenly laid-off. Layoff survivors are often left feeling like they should be grateful for the extra work and anxiety that comes with a downsized workforce. Check out what SavvySugar thinks about layoff survivor syndrome.

What's the Best Name For the Current Economic Situation?

LibertySugar — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 10:40:26 -0800

What's the Best Name For the Current Economic Situation? Whenever there's something big going down, the people responsible for reporting on it are inclined to come up with a name for the situation. Throughout these uncertain economic times, there have been several references introduced, from the straightforward credit crisis to the government involvement derived Great Intervention. SavvySugar has rounded up some suggested names. Vote on your favorite!

Biggest News Story: Tech Takes Over the Election

CitizenSugar — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 10:45:14 -0800

Biggest News Story: Tech Takes Over the Election Technology and the Internet played an unprecedented role in the 2008 presidential campaign. Blogs and media followed every move, speech, rally, and poll while the candidates integrated streaming video and text messages into their campaign strategies. Here's a look back at some of the revolutionary ways technology took over the election.

FitSugar's Health Guide!

LibertySugar — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:30:24 -0800

FitSugar's Health Guide! FitSugar has added an exciting feature to help you stay on top of all your everyday health issues. Introducing the FitSugar Health Guide! Knowledge is power, and we now have plenty of health information to keep you in the know about your body and heath-related news. Not only can you find health headlines on our new Health Guide, but overviews of popular prescription drugs as well. There's also an entire section of helpful interactive tools, including a Nutritional Needs index and a Calories Burned calculator — all the tools to help you stay healthy and fit.

Win a Sleep Number Pet Bed!

LibertySugar — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:45:41 -0800

Win a Sleep Number Pet Bed! Select Comfort has launched a Sleep Number® Pet Bed just in time for the holidays and we're giving one to one lucky PetSugar reader's furry friend! The bed aims for the "ultimate sleeping experience" for mid-size pets by providing them with a fancy resting place that can be personalized to their desired comfort and firmness level at the touch of a button.

Military Jet crashes in San Diego neighborhood

LibertySugar — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 15:10:43 -0800

Military Jet Crashes in San Diego Neighborhood A military jet crashed into a residential neighborhood in San Diego, CA, on Monday as it tried to land at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar. The pilot ejected before the jet, an F/A-18, went down two miles from the airfield. The pilot — the only occupant of the two-seat jet — was taken to a hospital after safely ejecting.

O.J. Simpson Sentenced to at Least Nine Years

LibertySugar — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 11:00:38 -0800

O.J. Simpson Sentenced to at Least Nine Years O.J. Simpson has been sentenced to at least nine years in prison for a Las Vegas hotel armed robbery by a judge who rejected his apology and said, "It was much more than stupidity." Simpson stood stone-faced Friday when Judge Jackie Glass quickly rattled off his punishment after he pleaded with her that he didn't mean to steal from anybody when he tried to retrieve memorabilia. He appeared ready to break down in tears as he told that he was "sorry and confused" before going into a rambling and emotional five-minute declaration.

Which Inaugural Sketch Should Michelle Obama Choose?

LibertySugar — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 11:15:40 -0800

Which Inaugural Sketch Should Michelle Obama Choose? The idea of what icon-in-the-making Michelle Obama is going to wear to the presidential inauguration is making fashion folks giddy. WWD created a story with an extensive amount of designer sketches made for Michelle and the grand event. A bevy of designers showed WWD their sketches, and FabSugar narrowed her favorites down, but you must select the inaugural sketch Michelle should wear. Flip through her selections and vote!