WASHINGTON – The U.S. must be careful not to withdraw forces from Iraq too quickly because security gains could be lost, warn the nation’s top two war generals. The position of Gen. David Petraeus, nominated to assume control of U.S. forces in the Middle East, and Lt. Gen. Raymond Odierno, …
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SAN ANTONIO – Texas child welfare officials conceded Tuesday that a newborn’s mother, held in foster care as a minor after being removed from a polygamous sect’s ranch, is an adult. A Child Protective Services attorney told state District Judge Barbara Walther that the mother of a boy born April …
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Dolly Parton is threatening to sue “The Howard Stern Show” for manipulating recordings from one of her audio books last week into seemingly racist and sexually graphic sound bites. The country performer released a statement Wednesday saying editing or trickery made it appear she was commenting on topics and celebrities …
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QUITO, Ecuador – A volcano on the largest of the Galapagos Islands has begun erupting and authorities are evaluating possible dangers to the island’s famed plant and animal life, officials said Friday. Rangers and tour guides spotted lava flowing down the northeastern flank of the Cerro Azul volcano on the …
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As the weather heats up and pants are traded for shorts, there’s good reason to start thinking about your legs. They carry you everywhere you go, so it’s important to work the lower limbs in new ways. Jason Mundy, fitness manager at The Sports Club/LA in New York City, offers …
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Show your mom how much you appreciate her with delicious homemade dishes! Taste of Home food director Diane Werner shares easy-to-make recipes from the new “Taste of Home Winning Recipes” cookbook. Oven Fried Chicken 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons salt 2 tablespoons pepper 1 tablespoon dried thyme 1 tablespoon …
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SEOUL, South Korea – South Korea has banned 21 Americans convicted of sex crimes against children from entering the country. South Korea’s Justice Ministry says it took the measure after U.S. authorities provided a list of convicted pedophiles who have a high probability of travel to Asia. A statement today …
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TEHRAN, Iran – Iran’s new parliament speaker says Tehran could impose new limits on its cooperation with the U.N. nuclear watchdog. Iran’s former nuclear negotiator, Ali Larijani, was elected as parliament speaker Wednesday. Moments later, he told parliament that a new report by the International Atomic Energy Agency was “deplorable.” …
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Celebrities of all types came out to party on Kentucky Derby eve, putting the spotlight on Louisville the night before the world’s best known horse race. “I come for the food. I come for the parties. I come to meet people from all over, from sports to …
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TEXARKANA, Texas – Three men are in custody after they were caught in a car sought after a double slaying in Garland, Texas, officials said. Texarkana police said early Friday that suspects will be returned to Garland to face charges. The bodies of Matthew Butler and Stephen Swan were discovered …
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