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Man controlled robotic hand with thoughts

A group of European scientists say they have successfully connected a robotic hand to a man who had lost an arm, allowing him to feel sensations in the artificial hand and control it with his thoughts. Source:Man controlled robotic hand with thoughts

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Fort Hood suspect charged with attempted murder (AP)

AP - An Army psychiatrist was charged Wednesday with 32 counts of attempted premeditated murder in the deadly mass shooting at Fort Hood that also injured more than two dozen soldiers and two civilian police officers, military officials said. Source:Fort Hood suspect charged with attempted murder (AP)

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Job losses decline again; Fed sees improvement (Reuters)

Reuters - The U.S. labor market improved in November, with private sector job losses declining for the eighth straight month and employers planning fewer layoffs, separate reports showed on Wednesday. Source:Job losses decline again; Fed sees improvement (Reuters)

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Iran frees five detained British yachtsmen (AFP)

AFP - Five British yachtsmen seized by Iran after apparently straying into the country’s territorial waters were released on Wednesday and arrived in Dubai, saying they were treated well while in custody. Source:Iran frees five detained British yachtsmen (AFP)

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U.K. court sets rule on bail for terror suspects

Britain’s High Court has dealt a blow to the government by ruling that terror suspects cannot be denied bail on the basis of secret evidence. Source:U.K. court sets rule on bail for terror suspects

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Blacks fear path to middle class blocked

Millions of workers have lost good jobs in this recession, but experts say the repercussions could prove especially dire for black workers who had climbed into the middle class. Source:Blacks fear path to middle class blocked

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Space station trio lands safely

Astronauts from Canada and Belgium and a Russian cosmonaut landed safely on the Kazakhstan steppes on Tuesday following a six-month stint on the International Space Station. Source:Space station trio lands safely

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7 items you didn’t know were in the Senate bill

Little-publicized provisions in the Senate health care bill include breast-pumping rooms and bone scans. Source:7 items you didn’t know were in the Senate bill

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Poll: Americans still in giving spirit

Despite a lingering recession, only 20 percent of Americans plan to reduce charitable giving during the holiday season, according to a survey. Source:Poll: Americans still in giving spirit

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Serena fined at least record $82,500 for tirade

Serena Williams was fined a record $82,500 for her U.S. Open tirade and could be suspended from that tournament if she has another “major offense” at any Grand Slam in the next two years. Source:Serena fined at least record $82,500 for tirade

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Lack of coordination leaves bin Laden at large (Reuters)

Reuters - Eight years after Osama bin Laden escaped from U.S. forces in Afghanistan, he remains on the run because of a lack of trust and coordination between Washington and Islamabad, experts say. Source:Lack of coordination leaves bin Laden at large (Reuters)

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U.S. transfers two Tunisians from Guantanamo to Italy (Reuters)

Reuters - Two Tunisians held at the U.S. military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, have been transferred to Italy where they will face prosecution, the U.S. Justice Department said on Monday. Source:U.S. transfers two Tunisians from Guantanamo to Italy (Reuters)

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U.S. to lean on mortgage companies

The Obama administration, battling a foreclosure crisis that shows no signs of relenting, will step up pressure on mortgage companies to help people stay in their homes, officials say. Source:U.S. to lean on mortgage companies

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Iran plans enrichment sites in defiance of UN (AP)

AP - Iran approved plans Sunday to build 10 industrial scale uranium enrichment facilities, a dramatic expansion of the program in defiance of U.N. demands it halt enrichment and a move that is likely to significantly heighten tensions with the West. Source:Iran plans enrichment sites in defiance of UN (AP)

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Nets fire Lawrence Frank after 0-16 start (AP)

AP - The New Jersey Nets fired coach Lawrence Frank on Sunday after losing their first 16 games during one of the worst starts in NBA history. Source:Nets fire Lawrence Frank after 0-16 start (AP)

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Iverson reportedly might ‘un-retire’ with 76ers

Allen Iverson’s retirement could be a short one. A person with knowledge of the talks says the Philadelphia 76ers have been approached about signing their former franchise superstar, and team management has held internal discussions about bringing Iverson back. Source:Iverson reportedly might ‘un-retire’ with 76ers

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NYC’s Bloomberg spent $183 per vote

Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s narrower-than-expected reelection campaign cost the billionaire some $102 million, or about $183 per vote, The New York Times reported. Source:NYC’s Bloomberg spent $183 per vote

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FAA transcripts show efforts to reach Flight 188

After a Northwest plane flew past Minneapolis last month, air traffic controllers asked the pilots repeatedly for explanations about why they didn’t heed radio calls, transcripts show. Source:FAA transcripts show efforts to reach Flight 188

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Opinion: Tide's final drive now part of Alabama lore

Opinion: Alabama’s offense, maligned since September, finally strung together a fourth-quarter, championship-worthy drive to give the Tide a 26-21 win at Auburn. And QB Greg McElroy, most maligned of all, capped the march with the biggest throw of his career. Source:Opinion: Tide's final drive now part of Alabama lore

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Abu Dhabi to aid Dubai on "case by case" basis (Reuters)

Reuters - Abu Dhabi, wealthy capital of the United Arab Emirates, will “pick and choose” how to assist debt-laden neighbor Dubai, a senior official said on Saturday, after fears of a Dubai default sent global markets reeling. Source:Abu Dhabi to aid Dubai on "case by case" basis (Reuters)

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10,000 E. African albinos in hiding after killings (AP)

AP - The mistaken belief that albino body parts have magical powers has driven thousands of Africa’s albinos into hiding, fearful of losing their lives and limbs to unscrupulous dealers who can make up to $75,000 selling a complete dismembered set. Source:10,000 E. African albinos in hiding after killings (AP)

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Commonwealth builds momentum for climate deal (Reuters)

Reuters - Commonwealth nations representing one-third of the world’s population threw their weight behind accelerating efforts to clinch an “operationally binding” U.N. climate deal in Copenhagen next month, their leaders said on Saturday. Source:Commonwealth builds momentum for climate deal (Reuters)

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Astronauts land with families on their mind

The space shuttle Atlantis sailed down through clear skies to a Florida landing on Friday, wrapping up an 11-day mission to the International Space Station and bringing a new father down to meet his week-old daughter. Source:Astronauts land with families on their mind

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Sad development: The last Kodachrome film lab

Fifty years ago, 2,000 film labs in the U.S. processed Kodachrome. Now, Dwayne’s Photo in Parsons, Kansas, is the last one — in the entire world. “It’s kind of pride mixed with sadness, because Kodak isn’t making Kodachrome any more,” said Dwayne Steinle’s son, Grant. Source:Sad development: The last Kodachrome film lab

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Russia, U.S. likely to miss deadline on arms pact (Reuters)

Reuters - The United States and Russia are unlikely to finish a pact to cut Cold War arsenals of nuclear weapons by a December 5 deadline but still aim to close the deal by year-end, Russian and U.S. sources said Friday. Source:Russia, U.S. likely to miss deadline on arms pact (Reuters)

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Poland agrees rules for hosting U.S. armed forces (Reuters)

Reuters - Poland and the United States have agreed the legal details of deploying U.S. troops in Poland after lengthy negotiations, Deputy Defense Minister Stanislaw Komorowski said on Friday. Source:Poland agrees rules for hosting U.S. armed forces (Reuters)

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Israeli minister "optimistic" on prisoner swap deal (Reuters)

Reuters - An Israeli cabinet minister said on Friday he was optimistic about prospects for a prisoner swap with Palestinians for captured soldier Gilad Shalit, suggesting that talks were still alive to achieve a deal. Source:Israeli minister "optimistic" on prisoner swap deal (Reuters)

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Mom of boy set afire: ‘His courage is incredible’

Michael Brewer, the Florida 15-year-old who suffered burns over 65 percent of his body after allegedly being set on fire by a group of classmates, has recovered enough to speak to police about the attack. “My son’s courage is incredible,” said his mother, Valerie Brewer. Source:Mom of boy set afire: ‘His courage [...]

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Vicki Kennedy describes husband's cancer battle (AP)

AP - The widow of Sen. Edward M. Kennedy told Oprah Winfrey in an interview broadcast Wednesday that even as her husband knew he was dying of brain cancer he had been “in training” to make sure he had enough strength to attend President Barack Obama’s inauguration. Source:Vicki Kennedy describes husband's cancer battle [...]

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Group posting 573,000 pager messages from 9/11 (AP)

AP - An activist Web site has posted what it says are 573,000 pager messages sent on Sept. 11, 2001. Source:Group posting 573,000 pager messages from 9/11 (AP)

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AIDS infections stabilizing, U.N. report finds

World health officials say there’s some encouraging data on the HIV front — the number of people infected with the virus that causes AIDS seems to be mostly stable except for Africa. Source:AIDS infections stabilizing, U.N. report finds

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Prostitute linked to Berlusconi tells her story

The prostitute at the center of Premier Silvio Berlusconi’s sex scandal has written a book, saying she feels betrayed by him and has been frightened by threats. Source:Prostitute linked to Berlusconi tells her story

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Top US diplomat on Taiwan chides China on missiles

A senior U.S. official dealing with Taiwan said Tuesday that the estimated 1,500 missiles that China has deployed against the island are a form of threat and urged their removal. Source:Top US diplomat on Taiwan chides China on missiles

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Palin stops in Fla. town that feted her in 2008 (AP)

AP - Sarah Palin, who says the 2012 presidential election isn’t on her radar, took her “Going Rogue” book tour to the biggest of the battleground states Tuesday, including a stop in the retirement community where tens of thousands of people gave her star treatment in the 2008 presidential election. Source:Palin stops in Fla. town that [...]

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Official: Teen killed by NYPD was shot 11 times

A teenager killed in a confrontation with New York City police over the weekend was shot 11 times, the medical examiner’s office said Sunday. Source:Official: Teen killed by NYPD was shot 11 times

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Eagles shake off close losses, edge Bears

Donovan McNabb threw for 244 yards against his hometown team, LeSean McCoy scored the go-ahead touchdown on a 10-yard run following Antonio Dixon’s blocked field goal, and Philadelphia came away with a 24-20 victory over struggling Chicago on Sunday night after back-to-back close losses. Source:Eagles shake off close losses, edge Bears

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Lawyer: Hasan ‘has no sensation’ below chest

The Army psychiatrist charged with killing 13 people at Fort Hood is paralyzed from the chest down and doctors believe his paralysis will be permanent, his lawyer said. Source:Lawyer: Hasan ‘has no sensation’ below chest

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Schumer says failure not an option on health care (AP)

AP - Failure is not an option on health care, a leading Democratic senator said Monday, even as Republicans turned up the heat on moderates who hold the fate of the legislation in their hands. Source:Schumer says failure not an option on health care (AP)

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At least 21 dead in Philippine political massacre: military (AFP)

AFP - At least 21 people were murdered in the lawless southern Philippines on Monday in a massacre that the military and relatives of the victims said was likely linked to a political rivalry. Source:At least 21 dead in Philippine political massacre: military (AFP)

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Blasts kill 5 in restive Indian region

Police say three bombs have exploded in India’s restive northeast killing five people and wounding more than 25 others. Source:Blasts kill 5 in restive Indian region

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Va. Military Institute faces sexism accusations

Virginia Military Institute is defending itself against a lengthy investigation into accusations that the school’s policies are sexist and hostile toward female cadets. Source:Va. Military Institute faces sexism accusations

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Demonstration at UC Santa Cruz ends peacefully (AP)

AP - Officials at the University of California, Santa Cruz say dozens of protesters who were occupying the university’s main administrative building have ended their protest. Source:Demonstration at UC Santa Cruz ends peacefully (AP)

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RI bishop asked Kennedy in 2007 to avoid Communion (AP)

AP - The Roman Catholic bishop of Rhode Island says he asked Rep. Patrick Kennedy to stop receiving Holy Communion in 2007 because of the lawmaker’s support for abortion rights. Source:RI bishop asked Kennedy in 2007 to avoid Communion (AP)

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Senate Democrats at odds over health care bill (AP)

AP - Moderate Senate Democrats threatened Sunday to scuttle health-care legislation if their demands aren’t met, while more liberal members warned their party leaders not to bend. Source:Senate Democrats at odds over health care bill (AP)

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Michael Jackson glove among items at music auction (AP)

AP - A collection of Michael Jackson memorabilia, including the rhinestone-studded glove he wore when he unveiled the moonwalk in 1983, is being sold at auction. Source:Michael Jackson glove among items at music auction (AP)

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'Biblical flooding' in Northern England

British military helicopters winched dozens of people to safety and emergency workers in inflatable boats rescued scores more on Friday following the heaviest rainfall ever recorded in Britain. Source:'Biblical flooding' in Northern England

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RV industry slowly starts to roll

There are signs of recovery in the nation’s heartland, including Elkhart, Ind., but the rebound is faint, uneven and faces many threats. Source:RV industry slowly starts to roll

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Panel: No need for annual Pap test

Most women in their 20s can have a Pap smear every two years instead of annually, say new guidelines that conclude that’s enough to catch slow-growing cervical cancer. Source:Panel: No need for annual Pap test

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Tamiflu-resistant swine flu cluster reported in NC (AP)

AP - Four North Carolina patients at a single hospital tested positive for a type of swine flu that is resistant to Tamiflu, health officials said Friday. Source:Tamiflu-resistant swine flu cluster reported in NC (AP)

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EU leaders face flak as new president keeps low profile (AFP)

AFP - Incoming EU president Herman Van Rompuy kept a low profile Friday as the 27-nation bloc’s leaders faced flak for picking him and a little-known British peer to lead a revamped Europe on the world stage. Source:EU leaders face flak as new president keeps low profile (AFP)

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Foreclosure hitting good-credit loans

A rising proportion of fixed-rate home loans made to people with good credit are sinking into foreclosure, adding to concerns about the strength of the economic recovery. Source:Foreclosure hitting good-credit loans

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FAA: Flight computers working again

For the second time in a little more than a year, a glitch at one of the two centers that handle flight plans for the nation’s air travel system set off delays and cancellations for passengers around the country. Source:FAA: Flight computers working again

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GOP advisers: Giuliani leans toward a Senate race (AP)

AP - Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has not decided whether to run for governor but is becoming more interested in running for U.S. Senate, two Republican advisers said Thursday. Source:GOP advisers: Giuliani leans toward a Senate race (AP)

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Foreclosures hitting more people with good credit (AP)

AP - The foreclosure crisis likely will persist well into next year as high unemployment pushes more people out of homes, pulls down housing prices and raises concerns about the broader economic recovery. Source:Foreclosures hitting more people with good credit (AP)

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Giants' Lincecum wins second consecutive Cy Young (AP)

AP - Talk about a freak — Tim Lincecum needed just 15 wins to bag another NL Cy Young Award. Yup, throw out those old baseball cards. Wins and losses don’t mean much anymore when it comes time for voters to pick baseball’s best pitchers. It’s all about WHIP, FIP, BABIP and other lines of [...]

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Afghan official said to take bribe for copper deal (AP)

AP - A senior Afghan official allegedly took a $20 million bribe to steer a copper mining project to a Chinese company, a glaring example of the claims of corruption clouding the Obama administration’s deliberations over expanding the U.S. commitment in Afghanistan. Source:Afghan official said to take bribe for copper deal (AP)

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U.S. labor group unveils plan to tackle joblessness (Reuters)

Reuters - The head of the largest U.S. labor federation urged President Barack Obama on Tuesday to use the $700 billion Wall Street bailout fund to help cash-starved small businesses as a way to stem rising joblessness. Source:U.S. labor group unveils plan to tackle joblessness (Reuters)

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Obama: Rally the world for climate deal next month (AP)

AP - President Barack Obama, with China’s leader at his side, lifted his sights Tuesday for a broad accord at next month’s climate conference that he said will lead to immediate action and “rally the world” toward a solution on global warming. Source:Obama: Rally the world for climate deal next month (AP)

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Shuttle lifts off for space station

The space shuttle Atlantis rocketed into orbit Monday with six astronauts and a full load of spare parts for the International Space Station. International Space Station - Space - Space Shuttle Atlantis - Space Shuttle - Technology Source:Shuttle lifts off for space station

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Palin, Winfrey talk about book and Levi Johnston (AP)

AP - Sarah Palin said in an interview with Oprah Winfrey that it’s heartbreaking to see the road that Levi Johnston, the father of her grandson, has taken and that the soon-to-be Playgirl model hasn’t seen his baby in awhile. Source:Palin, Winfrey talk about book and Levi Johnston (AP)

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Obama in China grapples with economic strains (Reuters)

Reuters - U.S. President Barack Obama wrangles over trade and currency policy with his Chinese counterpart Hu Jintao on Tuesday, with Iran and North Korea competing for attention at the summit of the two global powers. Source:Obama in China grapples with economic strains (Reuters)

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Opinion: James' tribute to Jordan is misguided

Opinion: Cavalier forgets that other stars were arguably as great as No. 23 Jordan - Middle East - Peter Andre - Angelina Jolie - Brad Pitt Source:Opinion: James' tribute to Jordan is misguided

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Desert bones linked to German tourists

Skeletal remains found in a remote area of the famous Mojave Desert park may belong to one or more of the four German tourists who vanished in searing heat 13 years ago, authorities say. Mojave Desert - Desert - United States - German - Southwest Source:Desert bones linked to German tourists

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Obama hints at Pacific Rim trade pact

President Obama raises hopes for a Asia-Pacific free-trade region by announcing that the U.S. will seek to join a smaller group seen as a precursor to a broader Pacific Rim agreement. Asia - Barack Obama - China - United States - Foreign policy Source:Obama hints at Pacific Rim trade pact

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Dobbs says his departure from CNN was 'amicable' (AP)

AP - Lou Dobbs says he doesn’t feel like he was pushed out of CNN, the news organization where he worked for all but two years of its existence until last Wednesday. Source:Dobbs says his departure from CNN was 'amicable' (AP)

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Obama in China faces tensions on trade and Tibet (Reuters)

Reuters - U.S. President Barack Obama faces tensions with China over trade and Tibet on his first visit to the emerging superpower for a summit that will grapple with economic imbalances and the future of the yuan. Source:Obama in China faces tensions on trade and Tibet (Reuters)

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Oyster fans force FDA to back off seasonal ban

Facing fierce resistance, the Obama administration on Friday backed off a plan to ban sales of raw oysters from the Gulf of Mexico during warm-weather months. Gulf of Mexico - Food and Drug Administration - Presidency of Barack Obama - Politics - United States Source:Oyster fans force FDA to back off seasonal ban

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In Asia, Obama pushing arms control with Russians (AP)

AP - A major pact within tantalizing reach, President Barack Obama aims to nudge forward an arms-control deal in talks with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev. Source:In Asia, Obama pushing arms control with Russians (AP)

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Texan drives $1 million car into marshes

A man blamed a low-flying pelican and a dropped cell phone for his veering his million-dollar sports car off a road and into a salt marsh near Galveston. Sports car - Mobile phone - Salt marsh - Recreation - Autos Source:Texan drives $1 million car into marshes

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Probe found water on the moon

It’s official: There’s water on the moon. NASA’s LCROSS probe discovered beds of water ice at the lunar south pole when it impacted the moon last month, mission scientists announced today. NASA - Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter - Poles of astronomical bodies - Moon - Earth Source:Probe found water on the moon

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White House says top lawyer to step down

The White House’s top lawyer is resigning, the administration said Friday. Washington Post - White House - New York Times - United States - Guantánamo Bay Source:White House says top lawyer to step down

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Colorado parents plead guilty in balloon boy saga (AP)

AP - A Colorado couple who reported their son was aboard a runaway balloon could land in jail after pleading guilty Friday to charges they made up the story to generate publicity for a possible reality TV show. Source:Colorado parents plead guilty in balloon boy saga (AP)

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Iran's Supreme Leader cannot be removed (Reuters)

Reuters - Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei cannot be removed from his post because his legitimacy comes from God, an official close to Iran’s most powerful figure was reported Friday as saying. Source:Iran's Supreme Leader cannot be removed (Reuters)

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Hollywood goes all apocalyptic

Filmmakers are tapping into worries about humanity’s future with apocalyptic sagas such as “2012,” “The Road” and “The Book of Eli.” Road - Arts - Future - Book of Eli - Filmmaking Source:Hollywood goes all apocalyptic

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U.S. deficit sets October record of $176.4 billion

The U.S. government deficit hit a record for October as the new budget year began where the old one ended, with the government awash in red ink. Federal government of the United States - Deficit - US government - Economic - Arts Source:U.S. deficit sets October record of $176.4 billion

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Swine flu has hit 22 million in U.S.

Government health officials say swine flu has sickened about 22 million Americans since April. They say about 4,000 have died, including 540 children. Swine influenza - Federal government of the United States - Health - Infectious Diseases - Conditions and Diseases Source:Swine flu has hit 22 million in U.S.

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Obama sets off for Asia, China looms large (Reuters)

Reuters - President Barack Obama left for Asia on Thursday with the U.S. economy, jobs and a yawning trade deficit with China looming large on his agenda. Source:Obama sets off for Asia, China looms large (Reuters)

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U.S. piles pressure on Afghan leader (Reuters)

Reuters - The United States squeezed Afghan President Hamid Karzai on Thursday to show more backbone in fighting corruption and mismanagement as President Barack Obama weighs sending more U.S. troops to Afghanistan. Source:U.S. piles pressure on Afghan leader (Reuters)

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Gates hints at compromise strategy on Afghanistan (AFP)

AFP - President Barack Obama is eyeing a compromise strategy on Afghanistan, Defense Secretary Robert Gates suggested Thursday, after the US envoy in Kabul warned against troop reinforcements. Source:Gates hints at compromise strategy on Afghanistan (AFP)

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Bug wears armor made of poo

A beetle apparently protects itself by constructing armor made from excrement, researchers now reveal. Volkswagen - Beetle - Recreation - Makes and Models - Autos Source:Bug wears armor made of poo

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Obama honors veterans at Arlington

President Barack Obama paid fond tribute Wednesday to the determination of the U.S. military. Barack Obama - United States armed forces - United States - Society and Culture - Politics Source:Obama honors veterans at Arlington

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White House: Obama weighs 4 Afghan options

President Barack Obama is considering four options for realigning U.S. strategy in Afghanistan, his spokesman said. Barack Obama - White House - Afghanistan - United States - Politics Source:White House: Obama weighs 4 Afghan options

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WP: How lowly lawmaker became a GOP headache

Over Halloween weekend, New York state assemblywoman Dede Scozzafava morphed from a rosy-cheeked Republican mom to a political figure of speech. Source:WP: How lowly lawmaker became a GOP headache

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Police: Gunman held principal hostage

Police say a 42-year-old man sneaked a shotgun into an upstate N.Y. middle school Tuesday then held the principal hostage for more than two hours before surrendering without firing a shot. Source:Police: Gunman held principal hostage

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Carrie Prejean: ‘I was not having sex’ in video

The former Miss California defended a recently surfaced erotic video of her as a youthful indiscretion and decried what she said is a campaign to silence her for her views. “I was not having sex,” she said Tuesday, adding, “Nothing is private anymore.” Source:Carrie Prejean: ‘I was not having sex’ in video

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Bill Clinton urges Senate Dems to pass health care (AP)

AP - Former President Bill Clinton urged Senate Democrats on Tuesday to pass health care legislation by year’s end, pointedly telling skittish lawmakers that an imperfect bill is preferable to another failure like the one he and the party endured in 1994. Source:Bill Clinton urges Senate Dems to pass health care (AP)

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Jeter, Teixeira win Gold Gloves; Mauer honored (AP)

AP - Derek Jeter sure is stuffing his trophy case this year. The steady Yankees shortstop won his fourth Gold Glove on Tuesday, joining New York first baseman Mark Teixeira among the American League players rewarded for fantastic fielding. Source:Jeter, Teixeira win Gold Gloves; Mauer honored (AP)

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Vatican looks to heavens for signs of alien life (AP)

AP - E.T. phone Rome. Four hundred years after it locked up Galileo for challenging the view that the Earth was the center of the universe, the Vatican has called in experts to study the possibility of extraterrestrial alien life and its implication for the Catholic Church. Source:Vatican looks to heavens for signs of alien life [...]

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Ida weakens, but Gulf Coast prepares

Schools closed, residents of low-lying areas seek shelter and the governors of Florida and Alabama declare states of emergency as a rare late-season tropical storm churns toward the Gulf Coast. Source:Ida weakens, but Gulf Coast prepares

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Lawyer asks investigators not to question Hasan (AP)

AP - A lawyer for the Army psychiatrist accused in a deadly shooting spree at Fort Hood said Monday he asked investigators not to question his client and expressed doubt that the suspect would be able to get a fair trial, given the widespread attention to the case. Source:Lawyer asks investigators not to question Hasan [...]

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Colts stay perfect vs. Texans

Colts running back Joseph Addai scored the go-ahead touchdown with 7:11 left Sunday, and Houston’s Kris Brown missed a 42-yard field goal as time expired, keeping Indianapolis undefeated and its winning streak intact with a 20-17 victory. Source:Colts stay perfect vs. Texans

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Hurricane Ida aims for Gulf of Mexico oil fields (Reuters)

Reuters - Hurricane Ida roared toward the Gulf of Mexico on Sunday, where important oil fields are located, after killing 91 people and leaving at least another 60 missing in floods and mudslides in El Salvador. Source:Hurricane Ida aims for Gulf of Mexico oil fields (Reuters)

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Iraq passes election law paving way for January poll (Reuters)

Reuters - Iraqi lawmakers passed a long-delayed election law on Sunday to pave the way for a January poll, after parliament sidestepped a potentially explosive row over the oil-producing city of Kirkuk. Source:Iraq passes election law paving way for January poll (Reuters)

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Court: OK to remove man after Nazi salute

A federal appeals court has ruled that city council members in a Calif. city did not violate a man’s rights when they ordered him removed from a council meeting after he made a one-armed Nazi salute. Source:Court: OK to remove man after Nazi salute

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When confetti runs out, Yankee fans toss files

Manhattan office workers who got carried away during the Yankees victory parade Friday apparently began tossing files and documents out the window when they couldn’t get their hands on confetti. Source:When confetti runs out, Yankee fans toss files

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Obamas to attend Fort Hood memorial Tuesday (Reuters)

Reuters - President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle, will attend a memorial service in Fort Hood, Texas, on Tuesday for victims of a mass shooting. Source:Obamas to attend Fort Hood memorial Tuesday (Reuters)

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Iran says over 100 people detained at anti-U.S. rally (Reuters)

Reuters - Iranian police detained more than 100 people for “disturbing public order” during a rally this week to mark the anniversary of the seizure of the U.S. embassy, the official IRNA news agency reported on Saturday. Source:Iran says over 100 people detained at anti-U.S. rally (Reuters)

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High court to look at life in prison for juveniles (AP)

AP - Joe Sullivan was sent away for life for raping an elderly woman and judged incorrigible though he was only 13 at the time of the attack. Source:High court to look at life in prison for juveniles (AP)

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Hoyer: Health vote may be delayed

House Democrats acknowledged they don’t yet have the votes to pass a sweeping overhaul of the nation’s health care system, and signaled they may push back the vote until Sunday or early next week. Source:Hoyer: Health vote may be delayed

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Family talks about Fort Hood suspect

The grandmother of Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan weeps as she discusses her grandson at her house in a wealthy suburb of the West Bank city of Ramallah. Source:Family talks about Fort Hood suspect

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