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Puzzle solutions for March 19, 2010

Puzzle solutions for March 19, 2010

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High-speed crash leaves two dead

Two people are dead and another two are on the run from police after a high-speed crash early Thursday morning initially thought to involve racing but may have simply been horrifically reckless driving, officials said.

Something smells funny at bake sale

Forget making your famous seven-layer bars or empanadas for your child’s school fundraiser. The city that cut our fat intake, and wants to curb the salt in our food, is monitoring bake sales.

Alumni look for like-minded fans

When last month’s apocalyptic snowstorm never hit, despite empty streets outside, 50 Syracuse basketball fans still attended a local alumni association basketball watch party at the Pour House.

James admits to ‘poor judgment’

Sandra Bullock is having quite a week with her dogs. On Thursday, husband Jesse James released a statement to People magazine about the affair rumors swirling around the couple, stating that a “vast majority” of the allegations are “untrue and unfounded,” but says, “It’s because of my poor judgment that I deserve everything bad that is coming my way.

Brown displaying glimpses of future

It’s easy to see why the Phillies refused to part with minor-league phenom Domonic Brown.

Boston’s Back Bay is ‘on fire’

Boston real estate brokers are saying the Back Bay market is “on fire,” with 69 sales since January with an average price of $1.4 million. “Many buyers feel the recession is ancient history,” says John Ford, owner of Ford Realty on Charles and Tremont streets. “Last year at this time, peoples’ investment portfolios were losing money. They’ve gained the losses from 2009. Now they are using their recouped losses, and have more confidence in purchasing luxury condos.”

Final push is on for health care reform

Democrats in the House of Representatives on Thursday predicted weekend passage of a sweeping health care overhaul that budget analysts said would cut the U.S. deficit over 10 years and dramatically expand health coverage.

THE WEEK THAT WAS
Metro’s expert newsologists rake through the week’s news foliage, in search of some truthful detritus

This week, the news community ate up the story of world’s fattest mom Donna Simpson — who, reports claim, actually hopes to increase her already ample girth to claim a new record.

Photo: GETTY IMAGESThe 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.

Photo: DAVE MARTIN/GETTY IMAGESUpsets, OTs on first day of Big Dance

So much for that bracket you filled out.

IS THAT A BANJO ON YOUR KNEE?

I spent the week in Alabama, and let me tell you it was an eye-opener. With all the cheese grits, fried shrimp and barbecue, it was also something of a heart valve-closer, but that’s a different story.

Data points to recovery

New applications for U.S. jobless benefits fell last week and factory activity in the mid-Atlantic region accelerated in March, suggesting the economy remained on a modest recovery path.

Photo: GETTY IMAGESTea Party: We’re not Republicans, just all-American

Accounts of a Feb. 16 meeting between Tea Party members and the GOP challenge a common perception that the grassroots-style movement was founded, funded and dominated by the Republican Party.

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.

Music

Letting ‘Freedom’ ring

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

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.