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Wednesday, the College Board announced it will make the essay portion of the SAT exam optional. But what is lost when the importance of essays is diminished?

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Finland, a country the size of Minnesota, beats the U.S. in math, reading and science. The country's top education official says investing in preschool and day care is key.

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Pro-Russia forces mount pressure on Ukrainians

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Gingrich, Palin speak as GOP summit ends

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China-bound Malaysian jet vanishes with 239 aboard

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Daylight saving time: Move clocks ahead 1 hour

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Obama warns party to focus on 2014, not 2016

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Sheila MacRae of 'Honeymooners' fame dies at 92

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Mom accused of driving into surf goes before judge

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Officer says US general sexually assaulted her

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Tea party challengers struggle to continue success

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2 Yemen soldiers killed in attack on army base

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Pens beat Ducks 3-2 in shootout

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China defiant on territory claims, demands respect

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10 Things to Know: This Week's Takeaways

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Vietnam detects last signal of missing plane

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Mavs blow 30-point lead, rally past Blazers 103-98

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Rockets win 4th straight, 112-86 over Pacers

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Boeing 777: 1 of the most popular, safest jets

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China's February exports down 18 percent

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