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Ohio Legistlators May Change Definition of Renewable Energy
Some environmentalists are leery after Ohio legistlaors announced they are considering tinkering with the definition of renewable energy.

Auditor Says Biodiesel Costing ODOT Millions, Not Reaching Goals
Auditor David Yost says if the goal of using biodiesel was to stimulate demand and production and bring down the price, it’s not working.

Electric Utilities Ad War Causes Customer Confusion
For consumers who don't know about the power struggle between AEP and First Energy Solutions, the ads may not make much sense.

AEP v First Energy
Ohio customers consider ability to shop around for the best rates on electricity.

Ohio’s Jobless Rate Again Edges Downward
The newly-announced rate for April is 7.4 percent, down from the March level of 7.5 percent.

U.S.

Time To Move Grandma: What To Do With Her Home?
Depressed home prices make the decision to move an aging relative even more difficult than normal.

For Chinese Dissidents, Exile Can Mean Irrelevancy
Activist Chen Guangcheng is now safely in America. But he still wants to play a role in China.

Ex-Rutgers Student Sentenced In Webcam Spying Case
A judge on Monday sentenced former Rutgers student Dharun Ravi with 30 days in jail.

How Should Online Bullying Be Prosecuted?
Audie Cornish talks with legal expert Emily Bazelon about the case.

NATO Plans 'Irreversible Transition' In Afghanistan
President Obama held a press conference Monday afternoon as NATO wrapped up its Chicago summit.

World

Spain's Beloved Four-Day Weekends Are At Risk
Austerity moves could mean the end of a celebrated tradition: the bridge weekend.

Next Goal For Egypt's Islamists Is The Presidency
The Muslim Brotherhood candidate is counting on the group's political machinery.

Mongolia's Dilemma: Who Gets The Water?
Traditional herders worry that mines will siphon off already dwindling water supplies in the Gobi.

For Chinese Dissidents, Exile Can Mean Irrelevancy
Activist Chen Guangcheng is now safely in America. But he still wants to play a role in China.

In Fiery Protest, Italian Museum Sets Art Ablaze
The museum's director says tough austerity measures are undermining Italy's cultural heritage.

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