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Burned Teen Focuses on Recovery

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:15:28 GMT

Burned Teen Focuses on Recovery

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filed under: Crime News, National News

Michael Brewer, the 15-year-old Florida boy who was set on fire by a group of teens, is concentrating on his recovery instead of dwelling on the attack, his mom says. Valerie Brewer says her son is still in intense pain, but he endures it. "He's my hero," she says.

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Dobbs for President? Maybe Senator First

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:09:02 GMT

Dobbs for President? Maybe Senator First

posted: 7 HOURS 28 MINUTES AGO

filed under: National News

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Lou Dobbs sounded a little like a political candidate when he announced his departure from CNN a couple of weeks ago. Now he sounds a whole lot like one. His spokesman confirms Dobbs has his eye on the seat held by New Jersey Democrat Robert Menendez, the Senate's only Hispanic member.

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Obama to Brief Nation on Afghan Plan

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:35:30 GMT

Obama to Brief Nation on Afghan Plan

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filed under: Political News, The Obama Presidency, World News

President Barack Obama plans to lay out his new strategy for Afghanistan in a Tuesday night address from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. He's expected to announce his decision to deploy more than 30,000 troops to the war-torn country.
Sphere: Will NATO Allies Back New Strategy? | Obamas Hold First State Dinner
Politics Daily: Public Split on Afghan Buildup Plan

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Americans Taking a Cheaper Travel Route

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:48:02 GMT

Americans Taking a Cheaper Travel Route

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filed under: National News

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With families still struggling with economic hardships, many are opting for cheaper alternatives to flying for the Thanksgiving holiday -- driving, taking the train or just staying home. Last year, Thanksgiving travel dropped by a sharp 25 percent, and those habits seem to be sticking.
Also See: Holiday Swine Flu Risk

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Man Gives Cop 'The Bird,' May Get $50K

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:04:56 GMT

Man Gives Cop 'The Bird,' May Get $50K

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filed under: Crime News, Law News

In April 2006, an irritated David Hackbart gave the finger to a driver who yelled at him -- only to discover that he had flipped off a cop. After Hackbart was ticketed, the ACLU sued on his behalf, arguing that the gesture is constitutionally protected free speech. Now the Pittsburgh City Council has tentatively approved a $50,000 settlement to Hackbart.

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Holiday Shoppers Go Cuckoo for Zhu Zhus

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:23:54 GMT

Holiday Shoppers Go Cuckoo for Zhu Zhus

posted: 1 HOUR 13 MINUTES AGO

filed under: National News

In toyland, this is the year of the hamster -- an interactive, robotic hamster. Find out why Zhu Zhu Pets are the hottest and hardest-to-get toy of this holiday season. Get some expert advice on where you might find one -- and what to do if you can't.

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Former Royal Aide Back in Custody

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:24:42 GMT

Former Royal Aide Back in Custody

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filed under: World News

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A former aide to Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, is back in custody three days after failing to report back to her minimum-security prison. Jane Andrews, who was convicted in 2001 of murdering her boyfriend, was found "safe and well" outside London, officials say.

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Baboons Raiding Tourists' Cars for Food

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 20:50:33 GMT

Baboons Raiding Tourists' Cars for Food

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Obama Fetes Indian PM in State Dinner

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:24:16 GMT

Obama Fetes Indian PM in State Dinner

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filed under: National News, Political News

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Poll: Public Split on Afghan Buildup Plan

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:53:28 GMT

Poll: Public Split on Afghan Buildup Plan

posted: 6 HOURS 43 MINUTES AGO

filed under: Political News, World News

When asked about President Barack Obama's new plan to send around 34,000 U.S. troops to Afghanistan, respondents in a new CNN/Opinion Research poll were split on the idea, with 50 percent in favor of it and 49 percent opposed.
Sphere: Will NATO Allies Back New Strategy?
More Coverage: Obama to Lay Out Afghan Plan on Tuesday Night

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