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Puzzle solutions for Weekend, March 15, 2010

Puzzle solutions for Weekend, March 15, 2010

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One year later, change elusive

Clean government activists are still waiting for stronger rules against what Fumo did. “I guess we hope that [when Fumo was convicted], a dam broke,” said Barry Kauffman, head of Common Cause.

Mentally ill look for home in NYC

For 16 years Irene Kaplan lived in a 200-bed home for mentally ill adults in Coney Island.

Exchanging the red lights for a blackout

Is it possible that Hub residents pine for the good old days of the Combat Zone. Most would probably not go that far, however many have been drawn to a recent photography exhibit at the Howard Yezerski Gallery exploring those once-seedy streets, if to just have an image to associate with a bawdy relic of Boston’s urban folklore.

Where did all of Robert’s rabid fans go?

Well, at least he still has his looks: Robert Pattinson’s first big non-”Twilight” film, “Remember Me,” had a dismal fourth place opening this weekend with $8.3 million in box-office sales (“Alice in Wonderland” remained No. 1 with $62 million, “Green Zone,” debuted at No. 2 with $14.5 million, “She’s Out of My League” was No. 3 with $9.6 million).

Future coming, but not here yet, for Sox’ Iglesias

Jose Iglesias is the Red Sox’ shortstop of the future. Of that, there is little doubt. The 20-year-old from Cuba made the most of his time at major league camp this spring, exciting team brass with his talent on both sides of the ball.

Time for some risky business

To most professionals, the worst job crisis since the days of silent films and soup lines might seem like an inopportune time for a risky career swap — at least that’s what some career experts have observed. This workforce, they say, seems particularly reluctant to give up reliable day gigs, no matter how unrewarding or dull.

Photo: GETTY IMAGESNetanyahu apologetic, yet persistent

JERUSALEM. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu voiced regret yesterday for the announcement of a Jewish settlement plan that has strained ties with Washington and threatens the revival of Middle East peace talks.

Photo: SCOTT GARFEILDForest Whitaker has some tough acts to follow

Broad comedy isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when people think of Forest Whitaker. But the Oscar-winning actor saw his latest film, “Our Family Wedding,” as a chance to stretch himself. He sat down with Metro to talk about his process as an actor and surviving a pastry fight with co-star Regina King.

Photo: GETTY IMAGESGive your dog a nutritious bone

As much as we obsess about the carbs, proteins, calories, whole grains and other buzz words in our food, dogs generally just scarf down dinner in one happy, goofy gulp. Which is why it’s up to you to read what’s in that bag.

Photo: GETTY IMAGESKansas is No. 1 seed

Kansas earned the overall No. 1 seed in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament yesterday, but its road to the Final Four in Indianapolis may be the most challenging.

FCC: Internet will be 25 times faster

U.S. regulators will announce a major Internet policy this week to revolutionize how Americans communicate and play, proposing a dramatic increase in broadband speeds that could let people download a high-definition film in minutes instead of hours.

‘Jihad Jane’ network: Second woman freed

DENVER. Irish police have released a woman arrested along with six others over an alleged plot to murder a Swedish cartoonist who drew the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog, officials said.

Photo: GETTY IMAGESFake news report sparks panic, uproar in Georgia

Georgia’s opposition accused the government yesterday of being behind a fake prime-time news report that Russian tanks had entered the capital at the call of the opposition, causing widespread panic.

Overweight preteens more likely to eat school lunches

Students who regularly eat lunch provided by their schools are more likely to be overweight, and have higher levels of cholesterol than those who eat meals brought from home, a Michigan study found.

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My Television

Metro’s spring ’10 guide to television

Check us out all this month for our picks for the best series premieres, season returns and must-see episodes.

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.

‘Lindsay’ sues E*Trade over ‘milkaholic’ ad

NEW YORK. The actress Lindsay Lohan has sued E*Trade Financial Corp. for $100 million, saying a “milkaholic” baby girl who appeared in a recent commercial was modeled after her.