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August 12 Topics

News topics for August 12, which is a Sunday. Of course, to my ancestors, this day was non-existent since the Gaels and Northmen did not use a 7-day calendar until the Romans showed up. Scrol was the Gaelic word for "Bright Day" and the Norse saw this day as female.

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In Utah, of course, this is the day the sidewalks roll up. Out here in the civilized world, though, churches wait until a decent hour for services and the liquor store has a drive-thru.

Republicans say new CAFE rules favor Detroit

Aaron Turpen    August 12, 2012 - 4:41AM

Are Republicans just desperate to find fault with the White House's new fuel economy standards, or do they actually have a point?

Ferrari 599 GTB gets Bespoked

Aaron Turpen    August 12, 2012 - 2:09PM

The 599 GTB is getting a last hurrah as A. Kahn Design gives it the once over for perfect customization.

Frito Lay buying more electric trucks

David Herron    August 12, 2012 - 4:07PM

trucks w/ chips to deliver chips

The disappearing difference between police and private cars

Don Bain    August 12, 2012 - 5:26PM

The differences are there but for how long as inboard and cloud based apps narrow the gap.

Three tips for spotting an unmarked police car

Don Bain    August 12, 2012 - 7:33PM

Though they come in surprising forms today they all have some subtle clues.

Launch a new career designing a perfect pizza delivery vehicle

Don Bain    August 13, 2012 - 12:58AM

Or just win a few bucks from Dominos!

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