INSIDE U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
Campaign 2008: Election Results
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Real Estate: Housing Market
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Financial planning for twenty somethings
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America's Best High Schools
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BREAKING NEWS
New Landings Save Airplane Fuel
Airlines try "continuous descent" to save on fuel costs.
'We Are Running Out of Environment'
Population expert Paul Ehrlich says we must see the links in our planet's ills.
The Bitter Politics of Prisoner Exchanges
For Israelis, the angst over paying a high price for the return of captured soldiers.
Going Abroad? Consider Your Coverage
Without supplemental coverage, you could face a big upfront bill.
Teens Getting Plastic Surgery: Be Cautious
What families should think about when considering a cosmetic procedure.
3 Tips for Avoiding Tick Bites, Lyme Disease
The devastating infection is treatable if caught quickly, but it's best to avoid the bite altogether.
The Home-Staging Cheat Sheet
6 easy ways to make your property more appealing to buyers.
How to Deal With Credit Card Mumbo Jumbo
Some small businesses rebel against interchange fees, but there are solutions.
3 Retirement Myths
And why two authors say you shouldn't believe them.
Cheaper, Bigger, and Cooler Student Loans
New federal standards ease some of the financial pressure for students and their parents.
More High School Kids Take College Classes
Many think that this "dual enrollment" will help them get into a selective college
The $690,000 Student Loan Fraud Case
The indictment raises concern that there could be significant abuse in the private loan sector.
Ajami: Keeping a Military Presence in Iraq
Iraqi leaders move toward a "status of forces" agreement with the United States.
Barone: Why Veeps Now Matter
McCain and Obama are choosing a person that will be an important officer of government.
Borger: Back to Politics as Usual
Neither Obama nor McCain can afford to jeopardize their "authentic" reputations.
Healy: Testing to Foil Sudden Cardiac Death
Tim Russert might have been helped by coronary calcium scanning, but it's fraught with controversy.
Zuckerman: Fix Congress's Housing Fix
The bill before Congress reflects how good government intentions are perverted by interest group politics.
The Week in Photos
While touring the East Community Ministry in Zanesville , Ohio, Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama bends over to listen to a student in a youth program.
June 30-July 3
U.S. News photography editors pick their favorites from the week.
Washington Whispers
Holy Cow: Costas as the Next Russert?
Some think Olympics host Bob Costas would be best to replace Tim Russert on Meet the Press.
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Colombian Commandos Work Wonders
Michael Barone: The raid that freed the hostages recalls the Israelis at Entebbe, while the FBI looks inept.
Gaming Becomes a Bad Bet
The Ticker: Casino stocks crap out.
CVS Partners With Google on Medical Records
Dave's Download: Health providers face tough task in assuring data is available to multiple storage sites.
Wal-Mart Reconsidered
Risky Business: Even if it doesn't help small businesses, does it really hurt them?
Nader to Visit Hawaii Campus
Paper Trail: The presidential candidate takes his campaign to some of Obama's home turf.
Spellings Blasts Reading First Cuts
On Education: The Education Secretary also softened NCLB rules.
Time to Flex That Flexible Spending Account
On Health and Money: Your use-it-or-lose-it FSA can cover drugstore medicines, office visits, and more.
Aiming for the Olympics, Regardless of Age
On Fitness: Being an older athlete requires some adjustments, but the fundamentals are the same.
Global Investing in One Tidy Package
New Money: Vanguard's new global ETF tracks 2,900 companies in 47 countries.
How to Have a Green Fourth of July
Fresh Greens: From fireworks to food, be green this weekend.
The June Jobs Report: What You Need to Know
Capital Commerce: The employment numbers aren't terrible, but there is worse news out there.
Podcast: Women & Retirement
Alpha Consumer: Author of a new book talks about gender differences in saving.
How Regret Can Help You Love Your Career
On Careers: Look ahead and consider whether steps you're taking now will cause regret in the future.
A Taxing Decision
Planning to Retire: Pick a tax haven to make your retirement savings last even longer.
ON THE NEWSSTAND NOW
The American Revolution
New research shines a fresh light on America's war to gain independence and the men who fought it.
Rankings
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Best Graduate Schools 2009
U.S. News has collected data from more than 12,000 graduate programs to bring you this year's rankings. Start by selecting a discipline for access to our top program rankings.
Health
Best Hospitals
Diseases & Conditions
New guides on personalized medicine, urinary incontinence, and fitness are now available.
Business
Career Guide
Best Careers 2008
These 31 jobs will be in growing demand as Americans seek richer, simpler lives. Plus, Most Overrated Careers.
