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Double Exposure: Pictured on Page 1 in his undies, ‘Fudgsicle Kid’ takes fame in good humor

Double Exposure: Pictured on Page 1 in his undies, ‘Fudgsicle Kid’ takes fame in good humor

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In 1995, The Baltimore Sun ran a front-page photo of a 3-year-old boy, clad only in underpants, standing in front of an ice-cream truck licking a melting Fudgsicle. It sparked calls and letters to the newsroom and became the topic of city-wide conversation, and brought unsought fame to the big-for-his-age boy in the photo.

That boy was John Boias.

“I wouldn’t say the picture is a major part of my life,” said Boias, now 20, who still struggles with his weight. “But it’s a part of my life. I do think it has been important for me to accept that.”

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Politicians and celebrities react to Obamacare decision over Twitter

Politicians and celebrities react to Obamacare decision over Twitter

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The Internet is abuzz over the Supreme Court’s ruling on Obamacare, ruling 5-4 that the government may impose tax penalties on people who do have health insurance. From celebrities to politicians, here’s what some had to say about the decision over Twitter.
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Supreme Court upholds centerpiece of Obamacare

Supreme Court upholds centerpiece of Obamacare

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After some initial confusion from this morning’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling, the centerpiece of President’s Obama health care overhaul law has been upheld, which will require most Americans to purchase health insurance by 2014 or be subjected to a fine. The photos below present a timeline between August 2009 when President Obama began holding town hall meetings to discuss health insurance reform and today’s Supreme Court ruling.

*Conversation Starter: Do you think Obamacare should be repealed? Why?
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Celebrating “Fathers of” on Father’s Day

Celebrating “Fathers of” on Father’s Day

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From Charles Darwin to Jack LaLanne and James Brown, these “fathers” and “godfathers” are some of the most celebrated in pop culture for being innovators in their respected fields. And while your father is probably not as well known as these men, we bet he’s known for something great. Leave us a comment below describing what your father is the “Father of” to wish him a Happy Father’s Day!”
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Featured photos from the West Baltimore Squares Photowalk

Featured photos from the West Baltimore Squares Photowalk

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The Baltimore Sun teamed up with Baltimore Heritage for a photowalk on May 27th during the Sowebohemian Arts and Music Festival in West Baltimore. Nearly 35 photographers turned out for the afternoon tour that showcased the neighborhood’s unique parks and landmarks. Here’s a collection of photos from the photowalk that include snapshots of Hollins Market, Union Square, H.L. Mencken’s House, Franklin Square and Baltimore Street.
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2012: Reliving the tradition of Opening Day for the Orioles

2012: Reliving the tradition of Opening Day for the Orioles

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While the official start of spring in the United States comes in late March every year, baseball fans nationwide mark the beginning of the season at a different time — Opening Day.

And, for Orioles fans, hope springs eternal for that one special day every year.

Although the average attendance for a game at Camden Yards has barely surpassed 21,000 in each of the past two seasons — less than half the ballpark’s capacity — Orioles fans continue to show up for the Opening Day festivities.

Fans pack bars and restaurants from the Inner Harbor to Camden Yards before making the trek into the stadium for the game. That’s if they go to the game at all.

Some people travel into the city for the social aspect of Opening Day, without actually having a ticket into Camden Yards. Some businesses around the Baltimore area close early — or for the entire day — so employees can partake in the partying. To them, it’s more than just the start of another baseball season.

It’s an opportunity to celebrate one of the city’s great traditions.

No matter how dismal the prediction for the Orioles in 2012 — another last-place finish is projected by most analysts — Camden Yards will be filled to near-capacity and fans will be optimistic for a victory.

Once again this year, for Orioles fans, hope springs eternal for that one special day.

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