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Watch: California Judge Accused of Stealing From Elderly Neighbor
ABC News - 22 Mar 2013 23:00
Judge Paul Seeman, 58, resigned from the bench after grand theft and other felony charges.
Analysis: Obama's key role
CNN - 22 Mar 2013 20:41
CNN's Ivan Watson has the latest details on the Israeli prime minister's surprise phone call to his Turkish counterpart.
Texas Shootout Suspect Had 'Evil Ethan' Tattoo
ABC News - 22 Mar 2013 16:13
The man involved in a high speed car chase and shootout in Texas, who police are eyeing for the murder of Colorado's prisons chief and a pizza deliveryman earlier in the week, is a paroled Colorado inmate and white supra...
Rick Perry Takes On Madonna Over Boy Scouts' Gay Ban
The Huffington Post - 22 Mar 2013 23:55
Texas Governor Rick Perry (R) is upset with Madonna for her recent protest against the Boy Scouts' ban on gay members and leaders, calling her comments a “gratuitous shot†at the organization, the Houston Chr...
Fire in the North - Nordic Countries Take Top Three Slots on iPad App Revenue Chart
Forbes - 22 Mar 2013 20:55
The inevitable has finally happened: the top three highest grossing mobile apps on the US iPad are from the Nordic region. And no, Angry Birds are not among them. Finland's simulation wizard Supercell is the current iPad...
Supreme Court Justices' Marriages Aren't All That Traditional
ABC News - 22 Mar 2013 16:47
As the Supreme Court gears up for two days of arguments on the definition of marriage, some of their own marriages challenge tradition too.
Documents Signed by Mao Sold for Millions in New York
Time - 22 Mar 2013 07:35
Documents Signed by Mao Sold for Millions in New York
Kerry calls for 'immediate' release of American in Iran after letter detailing abuse
Fox News - 22 Mar 2013 23:59
The statement was released by Kerry late Friday afternoon, and it came after the attorneys representing Abedini's family released a letter the Christian pastor sent to his wife describing how he was beaten and denied med...
Senate to pass budget, ushering in lull in fiscal battle
Reuters - 22 Mar 2013 23:59
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Senate was poised to pass its first budget in four years on Friday, a move that will usher in a relative lull in Washington's fiscal wars until an anticipated summer showdown over raising the d...
The Highest Paid JPMorgan Executive? Not CEO Jamie Dimon
Forbes - 22 Mar 2013 23:56
Being the CEO of a big bank has its perks but it doesn't always mean getting the biggest pay check.
1 Thing Eagle Scouts and Competitive Athletes Have in Common
Forbes - 22 Mar 2013 23:55
They make really good salespeople.
Trade Commission Judge Rules Microsoft Did Not Violate Google Patent
Forbes - 22 Mar 2013 23:54
On Friday, an administrative law judge at the International Trade Commission ruled that Microsoft did not violate a patent owned by Google subsidiary Motorola Mobility when it made the Xbox. This ruling is the latest in ...
Cecile Richards: 'It's Not Safe To Be A Woman' In Some States
The Huffington Post - 22 Mar 2013 23:54
U.S. states may have passed a flood of abortion restrictions over the past two years, but North Dakota is showing "a whole new level of extremism" right now, Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards said on Friday. I...
Shaken, Not Stirred: Dubious Tax Haven Singled Out In Liquor Debate
Forbes - 22 Mar 2013 23:54
I once spent about 15 minutes wandering up and down the aisles of the Superfresh grocery in Society Hill looking for a bottle of wine. No, I'm not picky. I just didn't realize that you couldn't buy wine in the Commonweal...
Pro-Fossil Fuels 'Earth Day' Poster Contest Triggers Debate About Utah's Energy Problem
The Huffington Post - 22 Mar 2013 23:51
A controversial, state-sponsored pro-fossil fuels Earth Day poster contest for children has triggered a heated and divisive debate about Utah's reliance on non-renewable energy resources. The debate has revealed a much m...
Billionaire Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati Resigns
Forbes - 22 Mar 2013 23:49
Two years ago, Forbes asked: Why was telecom billionaire Najib Mikati enmeshing himself in the messy and dangerous world of Lebanese politics? Although heavily criticized by his opponents for being beholden to the powerf...
Obama Warns of 'Enclave for Extremism' in Syria
ABC News - 22 Mar 2013 23:48
Obama warns of 'enclave for extremism' in Syria, seeks to shore up Jordan's embattled king
Tom Tancredo Bashes Rand Paul For Immigration Stance, Sticks To 'Self-Deport' Strategy
The Huffington Post - 22 Mar 2013 23:45
Former Rep. Tom Tancredo (R-Colo.), who has devoted much of his career to advocating for stricter immigration enforcement, disavowed Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) on Friday for supporting reform -- and for speaking Spanish when...
Aisling McCarthy Brady, Irish Nanny Accused Of Beating Child To Death, Has Hearing Delayed By Judge
The Huffington Post - 22 Mar 2013 23:45
MEDFORD, Mass. -- As an attorney protested a $500,000 bail set for an Irish nanny accused of beating a Massachusetts infant who later died, prosecutors said Friday they "fully and firmly" expect to bring more serious cha...
Ikea Horse Meat Controversy Hurts Company's Reputation: Analysis
The Huffington Post - 22 Mar 2013 23:44
The old adage that any publicity is good publicity may not quite hold true for Ikea. According to a new analysis, the furniture maker has seen its reputation take a serious hit since recalling Swedish meatballs and wiene...
Logo TV Supports United For Marriage Coalition's 'Stand For Marriage' Initiative
The Huffington Post - 22 Mar 2013 23:44
With the Supreme Court's review of the Defense Of Marriage Act and Prop 8 cases nearing, many are voicing their stance on marriage equality. On March 22 Logo TV announced their support of the United For Marriage Coalitio...
The Beatles' Debut Album 'Please Please Me' Was Released 50 Years Ago Today
The Huffington Post - 22 Mar 2013 23:44
It was 50 years ago today, March 22, 1963, that The Beatles released their first album, titled "Please Please Me." The fab four gathered at Abbey Road studios in London and recorded 10 of the 14 tracks in one day. Hits s...