Monthly Archives: March 2012

Titanic orphans: A tale of survival

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Titanic orphans: A tale of survival

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Photos: Strange and unusual creatures that roam our planet

This picture taken through a special filter in a dark room shows, a cat, left, possessing a red fluorescent protein that makes the animal glow in the dark when exposed to ultraviolet rays, appearing next to a normal cloned cat, right, at Gyeongsang Nat… Continue reading

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Pentagon says military will still air Limbaugh (AP)

AP – A Pentagon spokesman says the military’s network will continue to air Rush Limbaugh’s radio program. Continue reading

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Afghan police: suicide bombers kill 3 (AP)

AP – A suicide bomber killed at least two civilians and wounded four others in an attack near an American military base outside Kabul, police said, the latest violence linked to burning of Qurans at the base. Continue reading

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Indiana baby dropped in field by tornado dies

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — An Indiana toddler found in a field after violent tornadoes died Sunday after being taken off life support, ending a hopeful tale for survivors in the Midwest and South picking through the storms’ devastation. Continue reading

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Same-sex custody battle could change Florida law

TALLAHASSEE, Florida (AP) — A custody battle in Florida between two lesbians could fuel the growing national debate over the definition of motherhood. Continue reading

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San Francisco sheriff’s actress wife adds to trial drama

Months after moving to the United States, Latin America telenovela star Eliana Lopez blogged about her hopes and aspirations for her new, simpler life as a wife and mother, far from the bright lights of TV and movies. Continue reading

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China boosts defense budget 11 percent after U.S. "pivot" (Reuters)

Reuters – China will boost military spending by 11.2 percent this year, the government said on Sunday, unveiling Beijing’s first defense budget since President Barack Obama launched a policy “pivot” to reinforce U.S. influence across the Asia-Pacific. Continue reading

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Saint’s ancient heart stolen from Dublin cathedral

DUBLIN (AP) — Somewhere in Ireland, a burglar has the heart of a saint. Continue reading

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