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Memories of 1995 Haunt GOP as Shutdown Talk Grows

Kimberly Reilly March 2, 2011

Remembering back to the 1995-1996 partial shutdown of the federal government, Republicans are more concerned now than ever. Even though this helped Bill Clinton recast his House Reps into partisans and...

Egyptians Celebrate, Pressure Army to Keep Promises

Sara J Dufort March 2, 2011

After 18 days of protesting, millions of people took to the streets in Egypt to celebrate the new Egypt last Friday. Instead of just celebrating their victory over Mubarak, the people also wanted to remind...

Tax Cut Boosts Incomes, Spending Sees Small Gain

The Associated Press March 2, 2011

WASHINGTON – A tax cut that began last month gave consumers the biggest jump in their incomes in nearly two years. But Americans boosted their spending only slightly, a sign that many people are being...

Libya Quashes Protest in Tripoli; West to Aid East

The Associated Press March 2, 2011

TRIPOLI, Libya – The West moved to send its first concrete aid to Libya’s rebellion in the east of the country, hoping to give it the momentum to oust the Libyan leader. But the Libyan leader’s regime...

Obama, Biden to Meet with Governors at White House

The Associated Press March 2, 2011

WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama hopes to hear ideas from the states on how to best repair the United States’ slowly recovering economy when he meets Monday with the nation’s governors. "Our...

Tampa Mom Makes Son Wear Sign Announcing 1.22 GPA

Elizabeth Field March 2, 2011

If you thought your parents were annoying, this is the article for you. Rhonda Holder of Tampa, Florida placed her 15-year-old child on a street corner with a sign around his neck reading "I did four questions...

Bahrain Protesters Seek To Overthrow Royal Family

The Associated Press February 23, 2011

MANAMA, Bahrain – A group of young protesters camped out in Bahrain’s capital Monday called for the ouster of the entire ruling monarchy as part of sweeping demands to call off a weeklong uprising...

Libya: Protesters, Security Clash in Capital

The Associated Press February 23, 2011

CAIRO – Libyan protesters celebrated in the streets of Benghazi on Monday, claiming control of the country’s second largest city after bloody fighting, and anti-government unrest spread to the...

Warren Buffett Speaks about Financial Crisis

Sara J Dufort February 23, 2011

The world’s third richest man does not get that wealthy by not knowing anything about finances. Someone like this knows how to play the market, and Warren Buffett is no exception. With a net worth of...

Man Jailed After Filming Himself Speeding

Liz De La Torre February 23, 2011

Of all the things artist extraordinaire Andy Warhol has accomplished in his lifetime, his singular most celebrated work is perhaps his famous adage of being popular for only however long the world is interested:...

Man Arrested Over Valentine’s Day Threats

Monica Lyons February 23, 2011

While Valentine’s Day is usually a time for love and kindness, it proved to be the opposite for a couple in Florida. Nathan Hemby, 33, of Key Largo was arrested on Sunday after he allegedly wished...

For Compromise in Wis., 3 GOP Senators are Needed

The Associated Press February 23, 2011

MADISON, Wis. – To end a high-stakes stalemate over union rights that has captured the nation’s attention, a handful of Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin might have to stand up to their new...

Convicted Murderer Gets 60 Years in Chandra Levy Case

Liana Teixeira February 23, 2011

After nearly a decade, the unsolved case of Chandra Levy has finally been put to rest. Convicted murderer, 29 year-old Ingmar Guandique, was sentenced to 60 years in prison for the 2001 killing of Levy....

Afghan Police: At Least 30 Killed in Suicide Blast

The Associated Press February 23, 2011

KABUL, Afghanistan – A suicide bomber blew himself up at the entrance to an Afghan government office Monday, killing at least 30 people — many who were waiting in line to obtain government identification...

Texas Poised to Pass Bill Allowing Guns on Campus

The Associated Press February 23, 2011

AUSTIN, Texas – Texas is preparing to give college students and professors the right to carry guns on campus, adding momentum to a national campaign to open this part of society to firearms. More...

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