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Pakistan elections: Who's running?
This election will mark the first transfer of power from one government to another without any military interference. Here is a look at the main candidates for prime minister.
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The top 25 celebrity baby names of all time
Many celebrities are creative people, but seldom does their creativity get more free rein than when they’re naming their own offspring. From Beyonce and Jay-Z's firstborn Blue Ivy to Frank Zappa's daughter's avante-garde moniker Diva Thin Muffin Pigeen, there are plenty of unusual names.
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'Zero Dark Thirty': Top 3 controversies from the Osama bin Laden film
"Zero Dark Thirty," which tells the story of the hunt and capture of Osama bin Laden, is already garnering critical accolades – and plenty of criticism, too. Here are the top three controversies currently surrounding the film.
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Presidential debate: 7 defining moments in history (+video)
From Ronald Reagan’s one-liner, “There you go again,” to Al Gore’s heavy sighs and eye rolls, zingers and mannerisms can define a presidential debate even more than the candidates’ positions on critical issues. Here is a look back at seven defining debate moments.
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Blasphemy riots: 6 examples around the world
Many Muslims consider any depiction of the prophet to be forbidden, and Islamic teachings call for handling the Quran with respect. Incidents of both intentional and unintentional disrespect have occasionally prompted protests and violence around the world. Here are six examples:
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US terror plots: Zazi charged, man accused of plan to attack Marine base
Daniel Boyd was accused Thursday of planning to attack a Marine base in Quantico, Va. Two others were arrested on charges of plotting separate bomb attacks.
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So you wanna be a Supreme Court justice?
Here’s the simple but mysterious way to make the short list of candidates.
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Urging Israeli-Palestinian talks, Obama backs down on settlements
At the UN Tuesday, Obama appeared to drop his demand that Israel freeze settlement growth as a precondition to negotiations by calling on it to “restrain” activity instead.
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Gaddafi? Kaddafi? Qadhafi? How do you spell it?
Other variations include "Gadhafi," "Al-Gathafi," and "Kadafi," creating a mess for news organizations.
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Honduras crisis: Brazil grabs leadership role
By allowing ousted Honduran President Manuel Zelaya to hole up in its embassy, Brazil has thrust itself into the middle of Latin America's most volatile political crisis.
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Ahead of UN speech, Iran's Ahmadinejad blasts would-be attackers
After denying the Holocaust again last week, Iran's president threatened to cut off the hands of any aggressors. Recent defiant rhetoric may indicate Tehran is worried about looming international talks on its nuclear program.
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US terror plot suspects to appear in court
Three men of Afghan origin have been charged with lying to the FBI, but authorities are not yet sure if arrests put end to alleged New York, Denver terror plot.
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Gibbs says Obama’s Sunday talk show blitz not game changer
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Panel to Homeland Security: terror warning system doesn't work
A task force Tuesday recommended eliminating or overhauling the color-coded system, which has become a source of jokes and political controversy.
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Jimmy Carter racism charge: Obama doesn't agree says Gibbs
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Opinion: Shocked, shocked to find socialism in America
Do critics of Obama's health reforms realize how socialistic we already are?
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Moral of Obama, Kanye incident? Nothing is off the record anymore.
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Did the Coast Guard or CNN cause the 9/11 panic on the Potomac?
Most of the criticism for erroneous reports of gunshots is aimed at the Coast Guard exercise. But news organizations take hits too for going live with unconfirmed reports reminiscent of Chicken Little.
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Potomac River training exercise sparks fears of DC attack
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In fundraising video, Joe Wilson seeks to shore up GOP support
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Mexico boasts preparedness in hijacking
While Wednesday's stand-off may have heightened safety concerns, it revealed little in the way of lax security practices.
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Obama's school speech: Will overkill hurt GOP?
Even before Monday's speech, conservatives had started to dial back the rhetoric. White House has suggested Republicans overplayed their hand.
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Light bulb ban finds some Europeans in the dark
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Gates: It is not time to get out of Afghanistan
The Defense secretary responded Thursday to mounting doubts about the war by saying that the US must stay in order to defeat Al Qaeda, which remains a threat.
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Opinion: Can Sarah Palin be more than a political celebrity?
She must decide whether she wants to be a heavyweight public servant or a rock star.
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Post-Katrina 'vigilante' violence: rumor or fact?
The US Attorney's Office and the FBI are looking into allegations of roaming 'people hunters' targeting blacks in the floods and chaos of four years ago.
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Can Senate pass health bill without Kennedy?
The absence of his dealmaking skills could make negotiations even harder, but some say his death will inspire Democrats to get the job done.
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Opinion: Why Israel will thwart Obama on settlements
For the Jewish state, the settlements are eminently sensible and their growth is almost certain to continue, either openly or stealthily.
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Baldwin vs. Lieberman: The showdown that wasn't meant to be
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More US troops to Afghanistan? Why Mullen won't answer.
After eight years, the Pentagon is only now giving the country its full attention – and understanding Afghanistan takes time.
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