Oct 26th, 2009 · The man who electrified fans by hitting 70 home runs in 1998 has since fallen out of favor with many after refusing to answer questions about steroid use during a 2005 congressional hearing. He will return to the St. Louis Cardinals for the 2010 season as an aid to former manager Tony La Russa.
Jun 19th, 2009 · The Nashville band got its name at the suggestion of Lou Reed. Led by singer and guitarist Matt Campbell, the group brings its highly electrified, ragged sound to the program in songs from its debut EP, Veracruz.
Dec 6th, 2008 · How about an electrified birthday cake or a steaming martini? A new book shows you how to turn your food into edible science experiments. Your kitchen is like a home laboratory, says one author, why not have fun with it?
Oct 14th, 2008 · At the 1896 Democratic Nationl Convention in Chicago, William Jennings Bryan gave a speech that electrified his party. He was an unlikely presidential candidate, but his "Cross of Gold" speech won him the nomination. It is known today as one of the most important oratorical performances in American history.
Sep 5th, 2008 · Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin has electrified religious conservatives who see her as one of their own. The Republican vice presidential candidate brings evangelical credentials to the ticket, but of a specific type: Pentecostalism.
Sep 4th, 2008 · Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin electrified the crowd Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention. The vice presidential nominee attacked Barack Obama, praised John McCain and pushed back against criticism that she is too inexperienced to be on the ticket. Delegates also heard from former presidential candidates Mitt Romney, Mike Huckabee and Rudolph Giuliani.
Sep 3rd, 2008 · The selection of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as John McCain's running mate electrified the social conservative base of the Republican Party. On Wednesday, Palin addresses delegates at the Republican National Convention in St. Paul, Minn. Palin's gender, family and politics have people debating her place on the ticket.
May 15th, 2008 · Noah Schactman, who runs the Wired blog "Danger Room," discusses the latest in riot prevention gear, including electrified riot shields.