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Germany, and Referee, Leave England Speechless - New York Times
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Germany, and Referee, Leave England SpeechlessNew York TimesBLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa — The Germans power on, but the English become the third of Europe's big five soccer nations to depart the World Cup woefully short of living up to their billing. The Times's soccer blog has the 2010 World Cup …FIFA declines comment on non-England [...]
Kyrgyzstan approves new constitution - CNN
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Kyrgyzstan approves new constitutionCNNBy the CNN Wire Staff (CNN) — Kyrgyzstan on Sunday approved a new constitution following a nationwide referendum, the state-run Kabar news agency reported. The Kyrgyz government's interim head, Roza Otunbeava, told reporters that Sunday's referendum …Kyrgyz Voting Appears CalmNew York TimesKyrgyz leader says new constitution is approvedThe Associated PressKyrgyz vote [...]
Kagan's a not-so-leftist liberal - Los Angeles Times
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Kagan's a not-so-leftist liberalLos Angeles TimesThe daughter of a crusading New York street lawyer and protege of Justice Thurgood Marshall, the Supreme Court nominee has specialized in finding a middle position on the most contentious issues. Intern Madeline Nardacci marks spots for journalists in …Kagan an eager, tough-talking political playerCNNSupreme court nominee faces fierce [...]
G-20 protests plagued by violence - CNN International
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G-20 protests plagued by violenceCNN InternationalBy the CNN Wire Staff Toronto, Canada (CNN) — Police said they were preparing for more disruptions Sunday after groups of protesters burned cars, hurled bricks and smashed windows as they tried to penetrate the fence surrounding the G-20 summit. …Hundreds arrested in G20 protests: Toronto policeAFPG20 riot leaves store [...]
Teen dies, 2 others injured in Castro shootings - San Francisco Chronicle
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Teen dies, 2 others injured in Castro shootingsSan Francisco Chronicle(06-27) 10:46 PDT — One of three victims of a shooting in San Francisco's Castro District late Saturday night has died from his injuries, according to the medical examiner's office. Stephen Powell, 19, was shot in the torso about 11:30 pm at Market …1 dead, 3 [...]
Sen. Robert Byrd in serious condition - USA Today
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Sen. Robert Byrd in serious conditionUSA TodaySen. Robert Byrd, the longest-serving member of Congress, was admitted to a Washington-area hospital last week and is considered "seriously ill," according to a statement released today by his office. Byrd, 92, was admitted to the hospital after …Senator Byrd "seriously ill," in hospitalReutersLongtime Sen. Byrd in hospital, seriously [...]
CIA Chief Sees Taliban Power-Sharing as Unlikely - New York Times
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CIA Chief Sees Taliban Power-Sharing as UnlikelyNew York TimesThe director of the Central Intelligence Agency, Leon E. Panetta, expressed strong skepticism on Sunday about the prospects for an Afghanistan deal being pushed by Pakistan between the Afghan government and elements of the Taliban, …Panetta: Keep Pressure on TalibanWall Street JournalNo good info on bin Laden [...]
McChrystal, loose lips and the media - Washington Post
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McChrystal, loose lips and the mediaWashington PostPresident Obama removes McChrystal as commander of US and NATO troops in Afghanistan on Wednesday after remarks he made in a magazine interview about top administration officials. For a cerebral president intent on projecting a united front of …USA TODAY/Gallup Poll: Americans back McChrystal decisionUSA TodayPetraeus May [...]
Mullen Visits Afghan Leaders and Allied Troops - New York Times
New York Times
Mullen Visits Afghan Leaders and Allied TroopsNew York TimesPresident Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan spoke to Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at the presidential palace in Kabul on Saturday. By THOM SHANKER KABUL — With the American-led military mission temporarily a ship without a captain …Mullen: I see Israeli [...]
Alex, first named Atlantic storm, heads for Gulf - Houston Chronicle
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Alex, first named Atlantic storm, heads for GulfHouston ChronicleBy PATRICK E. JONES AP Writer © 2010 The Associated Press BELIZE CITY — Tropical Storm Alex weakened to a depression Sunday hours after making landfall in this popular tourist destination, but is expected to regain strength in the coming days as it …Next Hurricane [...]
