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Don't run me downSan Francisco ChronicleOne day a young woman actually stopped her bike in the proper place and let me cross the street. I thanked her with sincerity: She's one in a thousand. ...and more »

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Man doesn't pay for 'Only God can judge me' tattooThe Associated PressDenton police are investigating a nonpayment complaint filed by a tattoo artist who inscribed "Only God can judge me" on a customer's arm. ...and more »