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South Carolina has filed a federal lawsuit that legal observers say is bound for the Supreme Court, where justices could rule on the constitutionality of the landmark civil rights law.

Gardeners are wondering whether this very warm winter means planting time's come early, too. Go forth and plant, our expert says. But be prepared for the heartbreak of a late frost.

A Texas doctor and six co-conspirators indicted for an alleged long-running health care scam look to have set a new record for a medical practice: $350 million in fraudulent Medicare bills and $24 million under Medicaid over nearly six years ending in late 2011.

For the first time since the 2008 financial crisis, the Dow Jones Industrial average has closed above the 13,000 mark. It didn't do it by much — about 5 points.

The measure no longer requires an invasive form of the procedure, but still would force a woman considering an abortion to have some type of ultrasound beforehand. It also exempts victims of rape or incest.

In an interview with NPR, Lagarde said the loose governmental nature of the union is a problem, a challenge and perhaps a solution.

Myanmar is opening up, after a nominally civilian government replaced a decades-old military regime last year and began political changes. The metamorphosis is occurring from the top down. But crucial questions remain unanswered, and it's unclear whether the moves are permanent.

How tough? The industry earned less than half a penny in profits for every $1 of revenue generated during 2011.

Imagine racing over a frozen lake on a wind-powered sled, hitting speeds that top 40 miles an hour. That's what ice sailors all around the world do just about anywhere water freezes. In the U.S., Lake Champlain has emerged as one of the country's best ice sailing venues.

More than a dozen candidates are seeking to become Egypt's next president in what looks to be the most competitive election ever. Still, many Egyptians fear those in power will try to manipulate the process.