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Dictator Duvalier Returns to Haiti
The Associated Press reports that former Haitian dictator Jean-Claude "Baby Doc" Duvalier is facing accusations of corruption and embezzlement, according to one of his lawyers. The ne... Jan 18, 2011
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Tunisia Tries to Form Temporary Government
Tunisia has formed a temporary government comprised of members of the party of the deposed president and opposition party leaders, until new elections can be held in the country, the ... Jan 18, 2011
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Reince Priebus Named Chairman of RNC
The Republican National Committee has named Reince Priebus as its new chairman, replacing Michael Steele. On Friday, Steele abandoned his re-election bid, endorsing Maria Cino and ask... Jan 14, 2011
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Prime Minister Takes Control of Tunisia
Tunisian Prime Minister Mohammed Ghannouchi has taken control of the country temporarily, as protests against President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali erupted throughout the country forcing ... Jan 14, 2011
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Congress Increases Security Following Arizona Shooting
Members of Congress are increasing their vigilance at public gatherings following the shooting in Arizona on Saturday. Six people were killed and Arizona Representative Gabrielle Giff... Jan 10, 2011
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Authorities Investigate Suspicious Package in D.C.
The Associated Press reports that a package that ignited at a postal center in Washington, D.C., was addressed to Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano. Jan 7, 2011
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Gibbs Announces February Departure From White House
White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs says he'll continue to advise the president.
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Rains Ease in Australia, As Country Begins Recovery From Floods
Military planes are flying food and other supplies toward the areas hit hardest by floods in Australia today and police are increasing patrols in evacuated regions amid reports of loo... Jan 3, 2011
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Californians Begin Clean Up After Massive Rains
Californians are beginning to clean up after floods, mudslides and evacuations during a weeklong onslaught of rain. Dec 24, 2010
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Mumbai Police Search for Four in Alleged Terror Plot
Police in India are searching for four men they say entered the city of Mumbai to carry out a terrorist attack. Dec 24, 2010