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Now or Never for Martin O’Malley

Democratic presidential candidate, former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, speaks at the Iowa Democratic Wing Ding at the Surf Ballroom Friday, Aug. 14, 2015, in Clear Lake, Iowa.

Clinton and Sanders will draw most of the attention in Tuesday night’s debate, but the stakes are highest for the slumping former Maryland governor.

Seattle Mayor Ed Murray hands out pens after signing a resolution designating the second Monday in October as Indigenous People's Day on Oct. 13, 2014, in Seattle.

Where Christopher Columbus Isn't Welcome

Major cities are joining Native Americans in renaming Columbus Day to boost awareness and tribal advocacy.

Opinion: Columbus Day Reconsidered

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Two-page resume on a desk.

4 Communications Skills to Highlight on Your Résumé

How to demonstrate these skills rather than just claim to have them. 

10 Items to Banish From Your Résumé

HI-SEAS is an analog Mars habitat located at an
elevation of 8,200 feet on the slopes of Mauna Loa volcano in Hawaii. The
habitat is a geodesic dome with a main floor of about 1,000 square feet
including a full-size kitchen, a laboratory, desk work space, a bathroom and
convertible space for exercise, dining or social activities. The upper floor
includes another bath and small bedrooms for each of the six crew members.

Purdue Student Simulates NASA Mission to Mars

An industrial engineering student took part in a mission conducted through NASA in Hawaii to simulate a Martian environment.

To Inspiration and Beyond

Special Report: STEM Solutions

Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif. speaks following the Republican nomination election for House speaker in the Longworth House Office Building on Oct. 8, 2015, in Washington, D.C.

Who Will Be the Next Speaker?

With other lawmakers reluctant to step up to the plate, the next speaker of the house may well be the current speaker.

McCarthy's Surprise Shocks the Hill

Pills spilling out of a prescription bottle on 100 dollar paper currency

How Medicare Part D Has Changed in 10 Years

Retirees now have fewer options and more pharmacy restrictions.

5 Reasons to Switch Medicare Part D Plans

Woman holding oversized pants

6 Tips for Keeping Off the Weight Once You Lose It

Science explains why most dieters regain any weight they lose. But you can fight this trend. 

What Not to Say When Someone Loses Major Weight

In this Thursday Dec. 9, 2010 file photo, Syria President Bashar al-Assad addresses reporters following his meeting with French President Nicolas Sarkozy at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France.

Will Assad Step Down? Unlikely.

The Syrian dictator said he would leave office, but that's doubtful – especially with Russia stepping in.

Obama’s ‘New’ Plan for Syria

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