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US – Saturday, March 20

The key to Kyoto

Kyoto’s temples and Geisha culture are legendary, but this city is no slouch when it comes to mixing in a large slice of contemporary, too.

Obama pushes loan fixes

The House and the Senate are expected to vote on the reconciliation legislation within the next week or so to resolve their differences over health care reform.

Letting ‘Freedom’ ring

Frederic Chopin wrote a piano sonata in A minor; Alicia Keys’ debut album was called “Songs in A Minor.”

The long-distance summer staycation
Just because you’ve canceled your summer vacation plans doesn’t mean you can’t ญญญญญsavor your favorite travel destinations

Frequent-flier miles or not, a seven-day trip to an exotic, far-off locale (or even to the closest big city) may not be the most affordable way to spend your vacation days this summer. More and more people are spending their planned days off from work at home. Still, there are more imaginative ways to escape. The portal: your bathroom.

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Considering most makeup junkies begin their love affair at an early age with a bottle of Tinkerbell nail polish and mom’s lipstick, it’s not surprising many brands are going old school for the spring.

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Indulge in gaming

At its thriftiest, gaming is still a pretty expensive hobby. Consoles cost a few hundred bucks. Games cost about $60. But why stop there? Bust that wallet wide open with the best new accessories money can buy. Worry about rent later.

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The March MMMpod features conversation and music from Surfer Blood and The Allman Brothers Band (There's a double-bill you're not too likely to see. However, Gregg Allman does mention Hannah Montana!). We also speak with Vampire Weekend and the Dropkick Murphys.

How to spend your tax refund like a pro

Spring is in the air: It’s time to hunt down the best deal on this season’s must-have sandals, indulge in one too many candy Easter eggs and, oh yeah, do your taxes.