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Obama says U.S. a strong partner of Iraq despite pullout (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 5:09 pm
WASHINGTON, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- President Barack Obama said on Saturday Iraq faced difficult days ahead after taking control of its towns and cities from U.S. forces but he pledged to remain a strong partner on behalf of the country's security and prosperity. ... > read full story...
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Former NFL star Steve McNair found dead: reports (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 2:47 pm
CHICAGO, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- Former NFL quarterback Steve McNair has been found dead in Nashville of a gunshot wound in an apparent murder-suicide, according to local media reports. ... > read full story...
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Former Beatles, Stones manager Allen Klein dies (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 11:10 am
LOS ANGELES, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- Record label mogul Allen Klein, who handled the affairs of both the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, died in New York on Saturday after a battle with Alzheimer's disease, a spokesman said. He was 77. ... > read full story...
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Russia to grant U.S. Afghan supply route (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 10:21 am
MOSCOW, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- Russia will grant President Barack Obama permission next week to ship U.S. weapons supplies across its territory, or through its airspace, en route to Afghanistan, sources on both sides told Reuters on Saturday. ... > read full story...
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Rescuers find debris of Yemenia aircraft: government (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 7:23 am
SANAA, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- Search crews have located a large piece of debris from a Yemeni jet that crashed into the Indian Ocean off the Comoros islands last week and are working to retrieve it, the Yemeni transport ministry said Saturday. ... > read full story...
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Biden meets U.S. troops in Iraq for Independence Day (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 7:15 am
BAGHDAD, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- U.S. Vice President Joe Biden met U.S. troops preparing to mark their Independence Day holiday on Saturday, on the third day of a visit he has used to urge Iraqi politicians to do more to reconcile rival factions. ... > read full story...
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Iraqi army arrest suspect in Kirkuk vehicle bombs (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 6:04 am
KIRKUK, Iraq, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- Iraqi army forces arrested a man on Saturday suspected of being behind two vehicle bombs in the northern city of Kirkuk that killed more than 100 people, an Iraqi army official said. ... > read full story...
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Hardline Iran editor calls for Mousavi to face trial (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 4:42 am
TEHRAN, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- A newspaper editor seen as close to Iran's top authority said Saturday defeated election candidate Mirhossein Mousavi and a former pro-reform president had committed "terrible crimes" which should be tried in court. ... > read full story...
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Hardline Iran editor calls for Mousavi to face trial (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 2:50 am
TEHRAN, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- A newspaper editor seen as close to Iran's top authority said Saturday defeated election candidate Mirhossein Mousavi and a former pro-reform president had committed "terrible crimes" which should be tried in court. ... > read full story...
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Many Iranians unconvinced about poll result - cleric (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 1:36 am
TEHRAN, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- A senior pro-reform cleric said many Iranians remained unconvinced about President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's re-election because of voting "ambiguities" and the government could face problems, an Internet statement said. ... > read full story...
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WITNESS: Battling to borrow money in sanctions-hit Sudan (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 5:40 pm
KHARTOUM, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- The United States achieved at least three things when it stepped up economic sanctions on Sudan: it banned most trade between the two countries, froze Sudanese assets and closed the door on my British mortgage. ... > read full story...
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Obama says U.S. a strong partner of Iraq despite pullout (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 5:09 pm
WASHINGTON, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- President Barack Obama said on Saturday Iraq faced difficult days ahead after taking control of its towns and cities from U.S. forces but he pledged to remain a strong partner on behalf of the country's security and prosperity. ... > read full story...
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Russia scolds OSCE for equating Hitler and Stalin (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 1:49 pm
MOSCOW, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- Russian lawmakers threatened the OSCE with "harsh" consequences on Saturday after the European security body's parliamentary arm condemned both Stalinism and fascism for starting World War Two. ... > read full story...
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At least 23 Somalis killed in latest clash (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 12:33 pm
MOGADISHU, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- At least 23 Somalis, mostly civilians, were killed and more than fifty wounded in Mogadishu on Saturday in the latest clash between government troops and insurgents, medics said. ... > read full story...
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Palestinian police arrest West Bank "plotters" (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 9:34 am
RAMALLAH, West Bank, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- Palestinian security forces loyal to President Mahmoud Abbas have seized large cash sums and West Bank homes from men they accuse of plotting to kill government officials, a security source said on Saturday. ... > read full story...
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Anti-G8 demonstrators clash with police in Italy (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 9:25 am
VICENZA, Italy, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- Anti-G8 demonstrators clashed briefly with Italian police on Saturday in the first big protest ahead of next week's summit of the world's richest nations. ... > read full story...
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Africa leaders want payment of ransoms made illegal (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 9:09 am
TRIPOLI, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- African leaders condemned the payment of kidnap ransoms to free hostages and said the practice should be made illegal because the cash is being used by militants to fund violence. ... > read full story...
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Rescuers find debris of Yemenia aircraft: government (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 7:23 am
SANAA, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- Search crews have located a large piece of debris from a Yemeni jet that crashed into the Indian Ocean off the Comoros islands last week and are working to retrieve it, the Yemeni transport ministry said Saturday. ... > read full story...
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Biden meets U.S. troops in Iraq for Independence Day (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 7:15 am
BAGHDAD, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- U.S. Vice President Joe Biden met U.S. troops preparing to mark their Independence Day holiday on Saturday, on the third day of a visit he has used to urge Iraqi politicians to do more to reconcile rival factions. ... > read full story...
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Crew onboard hijacked ship are "desperate": report (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 6:19 am
BERLIN, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- The 24 hostages on board a German ship that was hijacked by Somali pirates in April have no more water, food or medicine, a German weekly reported, citing comments emailed by the captain of the ship. ... > read full story...
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Obama says U.S. a strong partner of Iraq despite pullout (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 5:09 pm
WASHINGTON, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- President Barack Obama said on Saturday Iraq faced difficult days ahead after taking control of its towns and cities from U.S. forces but he pledged to remain a strong partner on behalf of the country's security and prosperity. ... > read full story...
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Obama says supports Kremlin chief on more freedoms (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 4:12 pm
MOSCOW, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- President Barack Obama has used an interview with a Russian opposition newspaper to support Kremlin chief Dmitry Medvedev's publicly declared aim of building a freer society in Russia. ... > read full story...
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U.S. hopes Obama's visit to Ghana will spur others (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 10:58 am
NAIROBI, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- The United States hopes President Barack Obama's decision to visit Ghana this month will spur other African governments to try and emulate the West African country's democratic record. ... > read full story...
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Russia to grant U.S. Afghan supply route (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 10:21 am
MOSCOW, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- Russia will grant President Barack Obama permission next week to ship U.S. weapons supplies across its territory, or through its airspace, en route to Afghanistan, sources on both sides told Reuters on Saturday. ... > read full story...
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McCain says resigning Palin will still play Republican role (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 10:08 am
WASHINGTON, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- Republican Senator John McCain issued a statement of support for resigning Alaska Governor Sarah Palin on Saturday, saying she will play a leadership role in the Republican Party and in America. ... > read full story...
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U.S. urges North Korea not to aggravate tensions (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 8:46 am
WASHINGTON, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- The United States urged North Korea on Saturday not to "aggravate tensions" but did not confirm whether Pyongyang had launched a series of missiles. ... > read full story...
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Biden meets U.S. troops in Iraq for Independence Day (Reuters) 4 July 2009, 7:15 am
BAGHDAD, July 4, 2009 (Reuters) -- U.S. Vice President Joe Biden met U.S. troops preparing to mark their Independence Day holiday on Saturday, on the third day of a visit he has used to urge Iraqi politicians to do more to reconcile rival factions. ... > read full story...
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Alaska Governor Sarah Palin will resign: report (Reuters) 3 July 2009, 12:44 pm
WASHINGTON, July 3, 2009 (Reuters) -- Alaska Governor Sarah Palin will resign this month and will not run for re-election as governor, CNN reported Friday. ... > read full story...
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U.S. sets new Israel meeting, presses Arabs to help (Reuters) 3 July 2009, 11:57 am
JERUSALEM, July 3, 2009 (Reuters) -- U.S. President Barack Obama's envoy will hold a second meeting in a week with Israel's defense minister, an Israeli official said on Friday, announcing talks on Monday likely to focus again on a dispute over settlements. ... > read full story...
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Putin rejects Obama criticism before meeting (Reuters) 3 July 2009, 11:49 am
MOSCOW, July 3, 2009 (Reuters) -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin on Friday rejected U.S. President Barack Obama's charge that he was mired in Cold War thinking, setting the scene for a stormy first meeting at a Moscow summit next week. ... > read full story...
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1.6 million seek 8,750 Jackson memorial tickets 4 July 2009, 7:44 pm
Some 1.6 million fans had registered for a chance at fewer than 9,000 tickets to Michael Jackson's memorial service by the time registration closed Saturday, organizers said. Winners will be notified by e-mail, said Tim Leiweke, president of AEG Live, which is putting on the event.
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Liberty's crown open for first time since 9/11 4 July 2009, 7:29 pm
Thirty people joined National Park Service rangers Saturday in climbing to the crown of the Statue of Liberty, the first tourists to go into the landmark's crown since it was closed after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.
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Chestnut chows down record 68 hot dogs 4 July 2009, 5:43 pm
Setting a new world record, Joey Chestnut won Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest on Saturday, solidifying himself to many as the greatest gustatory athlete of all time.
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Police: Former NFL star McNair shot to death 4 July 2009, 5:35 pm
Former NFL quarterback Steve McNair was killed in a shooting in Nashville, Tennessee, authorities said Saturday. Police said they found McNair and a woman shot to death in a Nashville residence. A law enforcement source close to the investigation said the woman is McNair's girlfriend.
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Truck hauling fireworks explodes; 2 dead 3 hurt 4 July 2009, 4:23 pm
One person was killed and four others were critically injured Saturday when a truck carrying fireworks on North Carolina's Outer Banks exploded, officials said.
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2,000 TEA Party activists rally at Capitol 4 July 2009, 3:57 pm
Instead of celebrating the Fourth of July holiday with barbecues and sparklers, about 2,000 small-government advocates, toting signs and chanting slogans, rallied outside the U.S. Capitol Saturday.
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S.C. serial killer claims fifth victim 4 July 2009, 3:04 pm
A 15-year-old South Carolina girl who was shot earlier this week by a man authorities say fits the description of a serial killer has died, police said Saturday. The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office on Friday released a second sketch of the man believed to have fatally shot five people in less than a week.
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Ahmadinejad reportedly wants talk with Obama 4 July 2009, 1:18 pm
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said he wants to engage President Obama in "negotiations" before international media, a semi-official Iranian news outlet reported on Saturday.
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Successor: Palin Alaska's greatest gift to U.S. 4 July 2009, 11:07 am
Alaskan Lt. Gov. Sean Parnell, who will succeed Gov. Sarah Palin, called her Alaska's greatest gift to the United States today. Palin, who was John McCain's running mate last year, said Friday she will step down as Alaska's chief executive by the end of the month and would not run for a second gubernatorial term.
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10 humor sites sure to make you LOL 3 July 2009, 10:40 am
Bored with Pearl, the cursing toddler landlord demanding rent money? Not amused by those cutesy pictures of cats with the baby-speak captions? Replenish your list of favorite bookmarks with these 10 new or lesser-known humor Web sites, including some that find comedy in real life.
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TEA Party activists rally at Capitol 4 July 2009, 3:57 pm
Instead of celebrating the Fourth of July holiday with barbecues and sparklers, about 2,000 small-government advocates, toting signs and chanting slogans, rallied outside the U.S. Capitol Saturday.
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Biden mocks ghost of Saddam on July 4 visit 4 July 2009, 9:49 am
Vice President Joe Biden celebrated American patriotism during a Fourth of July visit to Iraq today. He presided at a naturalization ceremony at one of Saddam Hussein's former palaces, where 237 U.S. service members were sworn in as American citizens. "We did it in Saddam's palace and I can think of nothing better. That S.O.B. is rolling over in his grave right now," Biden said.
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Palin announces she'll leave office by end of month 3 July 2009, 9:00 pm
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin is expected to announce Friday that she will not seek a second term, a Republican source close to Palin tells CNN.
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Sanford spending weekend with family in Florida 3 July 2009, 11:36 am
South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford left the Governor's Mansion on Friday to visit with his family in Florida, his office said.
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Napolitano in Pakistan to talk homeland security 3 July 2009, 10:41 am
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, on a visit to Pakistan, discussed with Pakistani leaders the fight against terrorism, as well as how the two countries share information, she said Friday.
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Disney adds robotic Obama to attraction 3 July 2009, 10:34 am
He looks like President Barack Obama, speaks like him, and even gestures like him, but he is not exactly the president of the United States.
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King: Volunteers fill gaps in inner-city D.C. schools 3 July 2009, 5:16 am
Tora Burns leads her classroom with an infectious smile, patiently teaching her young pupils about the benefits of recycling -- and then a catchy little tune to try out at home with their siblings and parents.
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New Sotomayor documents show rights group work 2 July 2009, 3:05 pm
Newly released documents from Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor's service on the board of a Puerto Rican civil rights organization show the group opposed Robert Bork's nomination to the high court more than two decades ago.
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Obama says new job figures are sobering 2 July 2009, 2:18 pm
President Obama on Thursday called the nation's latest unemployment figures sobering, but said the economic recession is slowing.
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Gov. Sanford's wife: I'm willing to forgive 2 July 2009, 1:12 pm
South Carolina's attorney general said Thursday he expects a report showing whether Gov. Mark Sanford used any public money on private travels to be released soon.
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Zelaya: I return to Honduras on Sunday 4 July 2009, 8:21 pm
Honduras rebuffed demands by the international community to reinstate President Manuel Zelaya and pulled out of the Organization of American States, thrusting the nation deeper into crisis....
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Ex-QB McNair, woman found shot dead 4 July 2009, 8:07 pm
Former NFL quarterback Steve McNair, whose most noted drive was the final one of the 2000 Super Bowl, was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head Saturday afternoon in a downtown condominium. Police said a woman was also shot dead....
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NYC sees biggest fireworks show in the U.S. 4 July 2009, 8:00 pm
Fireworks lit the night sky above New York with a kaleidoscope of colors shooting 1,000 feet into the air on an Independence Day....
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1.2 million apply for Jackson memorial tickets 4 July 2009, 7:52 pm
More than 1.6 million people registered to get tickets for Michael Jackson’s memorial service next week....
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Thunderous applause greets Bush on July 4 4 July 2009, 7:45 pm
Former President George W. Bush was greeted by thunderous applause on the Fourth of July by thousands of spectators in a rural Oklahoma rodeo arena....
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NYT: Tax appeals slam local governments 4 July 2009, 6:52 pm
Homeowners across the country are challenging their property tax bills in droves as the value of their homes drop, threatening local governments with another big drain on their budgets....
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Lightning strike kills 1, hurts 18 in Florida 4 July 2009, 6:29 pm
One person is killed and 18 others injured by a lightning strike at a church function in North Lakeland, Fla., on Saturday....
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Fireworks explosion in N.C. kills 2, hurts 3 4 July 2009, 6:24 pm
A truckload of fireworks explodes on a remote North Carolina island dock, killing two workers and injuring three others preparing for an Independence Day celebration, authorities say....
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GI who fought in pink boxers home for 4th 4 July 2009, 6:21 pm
The soldier who was photographed fighting the Taliban in his pink boxer shorts says he's glad to be back home in Texas after a year in Afghanistan — especially for the Fourth of July....
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Palin cites ‘higher calling’ in quitting 4 July 2009, 4:54 pm
Outgoing Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin cites a "higher calling" with the aim of uniting the country along conservative lines....
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NYC sees biggest fireworks show in the U.S. 4 July 2009, 8:00 pm
Fireworks lit the night sky above New York with a kaleidoscope of colors shooting 1,000 feet into the air on an Independence Day....
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Thunderous applause greets Bush on July 4 4 July 2009, 7:45 pm
Former President George W. Bush was greeted by thunderous applause on the Fourth of July by thousands of spectators in a rural Oklahoma rodeo arena....
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NYT: Tax appeals slam local governments 4 July 2009, 6:52 pm
Homeowners across the country are challenging their property tax bills in droves as the value of their homes drop, threatening local governments with another big drain on their budgets....
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Lightning strike kills 1, hurts 18 in Florida 4 July 2009, 6:29 pm
One person is killed and 18 others injured by a lightning strike at a church function in North Lakeland, Fla., on Saturday....
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Fireworks explosion in N.C. kills 2, hurts 3 4 July 2009, 6:24 pm
A truckload of fireworks explodes on a remote North Carolina island dock, killing two workers and injuring three others preparing for an Independence Day celebration, authorities say....
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GI who fought in pink boxers home for 4th 4 July 2009, 6:21 pm
The soldier who was photographed fighting the Taliban in his pink boxer shorts says he's glad to be back home in Texas after a year in Afghanistan — especially for the Fourth of July....
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Palin cites ‘higher calling’ in quitting 4 July 2009, 4:54 pm
Outgoing Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin cites a "higher calling" with the aim of uniting the country along conservative lines....
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Lady Liberty’s crown reopens 4 July 2009, 4:44 pm
The first visitors allowed into the Statue of Liberty's crown in nearly eight years began the arduous climb on an Independence Day journey laden with symbolism of freedom and national pride....
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Colleges trying to ease veterans' transition 4 July 2009, 3:33 pm
With a fattened GI Bill covering full tuition and more, the number of veterans attending college this fall is expected to jump 30 percent from last year to nearly half a million....
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Rural S.C. terrorized by 5 killings in past week 4 July 2009, 2:53 pm
A terrified rural South Carolina community hunkered down over the Fourth of July after the sheriff said a serial killer was on the loose, and longtime residents were reminded of a murderer who terrorized the town in the 1960s....
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Thunderous applause greets Bush on July 4 4 July 2009, 7:45 pm
Former President George W. Bush was greeted by thunderous applause on the Fourth of July by thousands of spectators in a rural Oklahoma rodeo arena....
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Palin cites ‘higher calling’ in quitting 4 July 2009, 4:54 pm
Outgoing Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin cites a "higher calling" with the aim of uniting the country along conservative lines....
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Night of BBQ, fireworks on tap at White House 4 July 2009, 3:31 pm
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama invited nearly 1,200 military families to the evening festivities at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue....
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One trip, three different agendas for Obama 4 July 2009, 2:11 pm
President Obama is onto his next foreign mission: rebuilding relations with Russia, proving to the G-8 that the U.S. is serious about climate change, and outlining his vision for Africa....
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Obama, McCain give dueling 4th addresses 4 July 2009, 11:17 am
In dueling holiday addresses, President Barack Obama appealed for public support of his domestic programs and Sen. John McCain said Americans should side with Iranian election protesters....
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Michelle Obama bringing glamour to Moscow 4 July 2009, 6:30 am
The first lady, who has wowed publics in the U.S. and Europe with her easy elegance and charm, will perhaps face a bigger challenge in winning over a Russian public that has scant respect for women who grab the limelight from their powerful husbands....
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Analysis: Yet again, Palin plays by own rules 4 July 2009, 4:08 am
Sarah Palin demonstrated once again yesterday that she is one of America's most unconventional politicians, following an unpredictable path to an uncertain future....
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‘Mississippi Burning’ town gets black mayor 4 July 2009, 12:48 am
Philadelphia, Miss., declares independence from an ugly past. NBC’s Mark Potter reports....
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Newsweek: First lady reaches out to D.C.’s poor 3 July 2009, 11:12 pm
Away from the cameras, Michelle Obama has made it a practice to almost every week visit some worthy non-profit....
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Fineman: Palin prepping for 2012 run? 3 July 2009, 3:56 pm
Sarah Palin's announcement that she's stepping down as Alaska's governor could be a sign that she's gearing up for a run at the presidency in 2012, Howard Fineman writes....
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Colin Powell Skeptical of Obama's Spending Priorities 4 July 2009, 9:04 pm
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Cynthia McKinney Due in Israeli Court Over 'Crayons' 4 July 2009, 9:04 pm
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Palin Quits for 'Higher Calling' 4 July 2009, 9:04 pm
Alaska's departing governor lays groundwork to take on larger, national role after leaving state government• Palin's Replacement to Run for Full Term• Palin's Political Finale or Flop? | Future Wide Open? • Palin Controversies | FOX FORUM | FULL COVERAGE...
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Group Sotomayor Belonged to Sued Over Job Tests 4 July 2009, 9:04 pm
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Secretary General: OAS Fails to Reinstate Zelaya 4 July 2009, 8:11 pm
The secretary general of the Organization of American States says his efforts to return Manuel Zelaya to the presidency in Honduras have failed....
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Fireworks Explosion Kills 2, Injures 3 in North Carolina 4 July 2009, 7:55 pm
Authorities say a fireworks explosion on a North Carolina island only reachable by ferry has killed one worker and critically injured four others....
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Soldier Who Fought in Pink Boxers Home for 4th of July 4 July 2009, 5:38 pm
The soldier who was photographed fighting the Taliban in his pink boxer shorts said Saturday he was glad to be back home in Texas after his yearlong deployment to Afghanistan — especially for the Fourth of July....
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Former NFL Star Steve McNair Killed in Shooting 4 July 2009, 5:11 pm
A medical examiner confirmed to local FOX affiliate that McNair was dead after police responded to a shooting in the city....
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Downturn Dating: Hearts Flutter as Markets Stutter 4 July 2009, 4:55 pm
Economic woes, it seems, unleash something practically primal in many of us who find ourselves without a partner: a hard-wired desire for companionship....
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Next Great Tourist Destination ... Afghanistan? 4 July 2009, 2:31 pm
Even as troops fight militants in the south, government officials and donors in Afghanistan's central Bamiyan valley are training tour guides and teaching restaurateurs about customer service...
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Palin Links Resignation to 'Higher Calling' 4 July 2009, 7:30 pm
In a statement posted on Palin's Facebook account, she suggested that she had bigger plans and a national agenda she planned to push after she resigns at the end of the month....
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Obama Speaks to Military Families on Independence Day 4 July 2009, 6:02 pm
Obama, speaking to military families invited to the White House for Independence Day festivities, praised Iraq's independence and thanked troops for their service. ...
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George W. Bush Spends 4th of July in Oklahoma 4 July 2009, 4:29 pm
Bush is scheduled speak Saturday evening inside a remodeled rodeo arena in Woodward, a town of about 12,000 residents in northwest Oklahoma. ...
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Palin's Replacement Plans to Run for Full Term 4 July 2009, 1:21 pm
Lt. Gov. Sean Parnell will be sworn in as governor July 26, the date Palin steps down...
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White House Silent as North Korea Launches Missiles on U.S. Independence Day 4 July 2009, 12:09 pm
Senior officials have said that any reaction by the Obama administration was likely to be muted to avoid giving attention to Pyongyang or antagonize it....
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George W. Bush to Spend Independence Day Speaking in Oklahoma 4 July 2009, 11:55 am
Former President George W. Bush surprised city leaders in Woodward -- population 12,000 -- by accepting their invitation to speak at festivities celebrating the $25 million renovation of a local park....
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White House Set to Host Night of Barbecue, Fireworks 4 July 2009, 11:18 am
President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama returned from Camp David in time to host the Independence Day celebration. ...
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Cynthia McKinney to Appear in Israeli Court After Gaza-Bound Boat Is Seized 4 July 2009, 11:12 am
Former U.S. lawmaker Cynthia McKinney is due to appear in an Israeli court Sunday after she and 20 other activists were taken into custody this week when their relief boat was seized by an Israeli naval ship....
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Reconciliation an Internal Matter, Says Iraq 4 July 2009, 10:05 am
Biden arrived in Iraq on Thursday to visit troops for the July 4 holiday and to also urge Iraq's political, ethnic and sectarian factions to make more progress on divisive issues....
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After Supporting Obama's Campaign, Powell Now Skeptical of President's Spending Priorities 4 July 2009, 8:40 am
Colin Powell, who broke ranks with the Republican Party last year to endorse Barack Obama, is now concerned that the president's agenda is increasing the size of government and the federal debt to alarming levels....
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Fans Clamor for Jackson Memorial Tickets 4 July 2009, 7:00 pm
One Web Site Calculates There's a Higher Chance of Getting Struck by Lightening than Getting a Ticket
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Palin Attorney Threatens Lawsuits 4 July 2009, 7:30 pm
Outgoing Alaska Gov.'s Lawyer Warns of Legal Action Against News Outlets that Publish "Defamation"
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Lady Liberty's Crown Reopens 4 July 2009, 1:30 pm
First Visitors Since 2001 Climb To Top of N.Y. Landmark, Celebrating Freedom, National Pride ... and Romance
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America's First Conservationist 4 July 2009, 5:00 pm
Theodore Roosevelt Protected National Heirlooms Through Establishing National Parks, Wildlife Refuges
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Former NFL Quarterback McNair Killed 4 July 2009, 8:00 pm
Nashville Police Found McNair, Woman Shot to Death; Circumstances Unclear
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Palin Attorney Threatens Lawsuits 4 July 2009, 7:30 pm
Outgoing Alaska Gov.'s Lawyer Warns of Legal Action Against News Outlets that Publish "Defamation"
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Former NFL Quarterback McNair Killed 4 July 2009, 8:00 pm
Nashville Police Found McNair, Woman Shot to Death; Circumstances Unclear
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Fireworks Blast on N.C. Island Kills 1 4 July 2009, 11:30 am
Four Others Hurt as Truck Carrying Pyrotechnics for 4th of July Show Explodes
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Teen Becomes 5th Murdered By Serial Killer 4 July 2009, 1:45 pm
Girl Shot While Helping Father Died After Fighting for Life for Two Days
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Khamenei Aide: Try Mousavi for Treason 4 July 2009, 12:30 am
Iranian Hardliner Calls Opposition Leader a U.S. Agent; Police Acknowledge 20 "Rioters" Killed, Over 1,000 Arrested
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Former NFL Quarterback McNair Killed 4 July 2009, 7:18 pm
Nashville Police Found McNair, Woman Shot to Death; Circumstances Unclear
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Video: 2009 Tea Party 4 July 2009, 5:21 pm
In scores of communities, many spent their 4th of July not celebrating, but protesting. Taking a cue from the Boston tea party, they railed against high taxes and other peeves. Terrell Brown reports.
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Video: Thanks To Teddy 4 July 2009, 5:20 pm
As millions head to national parks during the Fourth of July holiday, those parks would not have existed if not for Theodore Roosevelt. Jeff Glor reports in tonight's weekend journal.
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Video: Obama Wishes Happy 4th 4 July 2009, 5:16 pm
President Obama honors the men and women who went beyond the call of duty in battle and speaks about the importance of our nations independence and reflects on what it means to be an American.
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Tea Party Protests Rally Against Taxes 4 July 2009, 4:30 pm
Many Spent Independence Day Speaking Out Against Federal Spending
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Video: National Mall Needs Work 4 July 2009, 4:17 pm
Each Fourth of July, the national mall sparkles like a jewel, but it is also in need of some serious yard work. From sidewalks to stained marble, Nancy Cordes explains this budget controversy.
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Video: Serial Killer Hunt 4 July 2009, 4:16 pm
The hunt has been intensified for a suspected serial killer in S.C. who now has claimed five victims. As Kimberly Dozier reports, all were killed within 10 miles of one another.
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Video: Jackson Memorial Lottery 4 July 2009, 4:14 pm
Many Michael Jackson fans are eager to be at his memorial service at the Staples Center. Those who are unable get tickets are upset, but city officials show little sympathy. Bill Whitaker reports.
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Video: What's Next For Palin? 4 July 2009, 4:11 pm
The most recent political news was Sarah Palin's surprise announcement that she will resign as Alaska's governor. CBS News political analyst, John Dickerson joins Jeff Glor.
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Video: The Crown of Liberty 4 July 2009, 4:09 pm
223 years after our nation declared its independence, thousands traveled to Liberty Island to celebrate our nation's birthday and many got a special view, not seen in years. Priya David reports.
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National Mall Showing Its Age 4 July 2009, 8:07 pm
Price Tag on Maintenance of Nation's Front Yard Is Causing a Budget Controversy
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Palin Attorney Threatens Lawsuits 4 July 2009, 7:30 pm
Outgoing Alaska Gov.'s Lawyer Warns of Legal Action Against News Outlets that Publish "Defamation"
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Video: Obama Wishes Happy 4th 4 July 2009, 5:16 pm
President Obama honors the men and women who went beyond the call of duty in battle and speaks about the importance of our nations independence and reflects on what it means to be an American.
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Tea Party Protests Rally Against Taxes 4 July 2009, 4:30 pm
Many Spent Independence Day Speaking Out Against Federal Spending
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Video: National Mall Needs Work 4 July 2009, 4:17 pm
Each Fourth of July, the national mall sparkles like a jewel, but it is also in need of some serious yard work. From sidewalks to stained marble, Nancy Cordes explains this budget controversy.
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Video: What's Next For Palin? 4 July 2009, 4:11 pm
The most recent political news was Sarah Palin's surprise announcement that she will resign as Alaska's governor. CBS News political analyst, John Dickerson joins Jeff Glor.
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Palin A "Shooting Star Crashing To Earth"? 4 July 2009, 10:00 am
GOP Strategist Ed Rollins Says Her Resignation Hurts Any 2012 White House Run She Might Be Mulling
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Obama, McCain Cite Founding Spirit on 7/4 4 July 2009, 6:30 am
As President Cites Nation's Domestic Challenges, GOP Senator Calls on Americans to Support Iranian Protesters
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Is Palin Eyeing 2012 Presidential Run? 3 July 2009, 9:30 pm
Alaska Governor Makes Surprise Announcement that She Is Resigning from Office
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Sarah Palin To Resign As Alaska Governor 3 July 2009, 8:00 pm
At Hastily Convened Press Conference Says She Will Not Run for 2nd Term, Mum On Future Plans
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