July 10, 2008

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Cheaper auto insurance?
Have you recently purchased auto insurance from Progressive that had lower premiums than your old policy? If so, talk to the Globe's Jeff Krasner at krasner@globe.com or (617) 929-3143.
Have you ever downloaded a textbook?
Have you ever downloaded an academic textbook from the Internet to avoid buying it? We'd like to talk to you. Contact Hiawatha Bray at bray@globe.com.
Cutting your work week to trim energy costs?
Does your company have a four-day work week? Or are the bosses talking about moving to one as a way to save gas and utility costs? E-mail eailworth@globe.com to share your story.
Red Sox on the radio
Know a place in New England (or beyond) where the Red Sox are always on the radio? A back porch? Pizza joint? Clam shack? Factory? Tollbooth? Tell reporter Andrew Ryan about it for a story about background music to the New England summer. Please e-mail your responses to acryan@globe.com.
Registry remorse?
You got married — congratulations! Are you now looking around at your gifts and regretting the things you registered for? Is it because you were in a rush to pick them out? E-mail your wedding registry remorse story to chollands@boston.com.
School's out for the kids. Now what?
Summer camps and family vacations are not yet in high gear. This week can be a challenging one for parents. What's your strategy? Email jkahn@globe.com.
Men's Body Wear
Are you a guy who wears body shaping underwear or stomach-trimming undergarments to look thinner or to fit into your jeans and suits? Please contact jodiaz@globe.com.
Beijing Olympics
Are you planning a trip to the Beijing Olympics? Are you going only for the sports - or any personal reasons? Please tell us about your plans at wen@globe.com.
Credit crunch got you down?
Having trouble getting a mortgage or refinancing? Email blanton@globe.com to tell us your story
Have a consumer question you want answered?
Want to know if an extended warranty is worth it? Wondering what to do if a dry cleaner ruins your clothes? We want to find answers for you in an upcoming feature. Email questions to consumer@globe.com.
Do you gamble?
Are you a regular at casinos? Would you let a photographer and reporter hang around on a visit and interview you at home? Let us know at richman@globe.com.
Curious Jobs
What are the quirky, odd, or just plain interesting jobs in Massachusetts? Tell us about someone whose job makes you envious, inspired, or perplexed.
Miss Conduct
Have a quandary? Share it, and your question and Miss Conduct's answer may appear in an issue of the Globe Magazine. Submit a question.
Tales from the City
The Globe Magazine is seeking anecdotes about life in Boston. They can be simple, funny, touching, baffling -- anything, really. If you have one, please share your tale.
Business etiquette
Do you have a business etiquette question? Submit it to Business Columnist Peter Post.
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By Susan Milligan, Globe Staff Breaking away from his treatment for brain cancer, Senator Edward Kennedy traveled to Washington today and made an emotion-filled return...
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Stunning return and a vital vote

Senator Edward M. Kennedy, under treatment for brain cancer, made a brief, triumphant return to the Senate yesterday, stunning fellow lawmakers with a surprise appearance to vote on a critical Medicare bill that is central to the Massachusetts senator's healthcare agenda. (By Susan Milligan, Boston Globe)

Iran test-fires 9 missiles
in defiant show of might

With US warships in the Persian Gulf and the rhetoric between Iran and Israel growing more heated, Tehran yesterday test-fired nine missiles, including at least one capable of striking Israel and other US allies and interests in the Middle East. (By Jeffrey Fleishman, Boston Globe)

Gay-marriage advocates
hope to repeal old law

State lawmakers are expected to vote next week on repealing a 1913 law that prevents out-of-state gay and lesbian couples from getting married in Massachusetts, reigniting a divisive debate on an issue that has stirred passions and put the state in the national spotlight. (By Matt Viser, Boston Globe)

Barack Obama's man of faith

Joshua DuBois, who says he found his religious and political voice while a student in Boston, heads what has become the most intensive outreach effort by a Democratic candidate to people of faith in a nation where the most frequent worshipers also tend to be Republican. (By Michael Paulson, Boston Globe)
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