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2 FBI agents killed in hostage rescue training accident (+video)
2 FBI agents killed: The FBI says that two special agents were killed during training aboard a ship on Friday.
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In US-China talks on cyber conflict, a top Chinese general owns to dangers
At a press briefing in Beijing with Martin Dempsey, chairman of US Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Fang Fenghui offered some agreement on the damage of cyberattacks, a 'friction point' in US-China relations.
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Boston bombing: Obama says culprits will feel 'weight of justice'
"We will find out who did this. We'll find out why they did this," President Obama said in his brief statement after the Boston bombing. "Any responsible individuals, any responsible groups, will feel the full weight of justice."
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Difference Maker Kimberly Ritter stands up to child sex trafficking in US hotels
Kimberly Ritter discovered that some US hotels harbor a horrifying secret – child sex trafficking. Now she and her employer are urging the hospitality industry to confront the problem.
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Obama on Conn. shooting: 'Our hearts are broken today' (+video)
Obama on Conn. shooting, speaking at the White House, called for 'meaningful action to prevent more tragedies like this, regardless of the politics.' At this point, he didn't offer specifics.
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Gen. John Allen: How top US commander got caught up in Petraeus scandal (+video)
Gen. John Allen, the top US commander in Afghanistan, is now the subject of an FBI investigation for alleged "inappropriate communications" with Jill Kelley, a married socialite in Florida. Gen. John Allen denies any wrongdoing.
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The Monitor's View: Wisconsin shooting: A call to counter extremist fear
The Wisconsin shootings at a Sikh temple were driven by the fears of Wade Michael Page – and designed to evoke fear. Society's answer to such extremist violence should not be more fear.
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Colorado shooting: Picture emerges of chaotic scene, suspect James Holmes
Colorado shooting at a midnight showing of 'The Dark Knight Rises' resulted in 12 killed and 59 wounded. Police say James Holmes, the suspect, acted alone and had no criminal record or ties to terrorism.
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The Monitor's View: Helping hackers don white hats
The FBI warns that cyberspace hacking may soon surpass terrorism as a threat. But many hackers easily give up and become useful 'white hat' security experts. Are there better ways to win over more of them?
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Why the cyber security bill in Congress is getting big push from Pentagon
The bill would require US companies that run 'critical infrastructure' to buttress their cyber security and share certain information with the government. Critics say that's risky and unnecessary, but the Pentagon is all for it.
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The Monitor's View: Privacy for children who use mobile apps
App stores and developers are lapse in helping parents protect the privacy of a child using smart phones and tablets. From Google to Apple, finds an FTC report, clear information is needed.
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Obama signs defense bill despite 'serious reservations'
President Obama signed the $662 billion National Defense Authorization Act even though he said he has 'serious reservations' about provisions dealing with the treatment of suspected terrorists.
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Iran assassination plot: Terrorists join forces with Mexican drug cartels?
It's doubtful, experts say, despite reports that Iranian plotters tried to hire members of a Mexican drug cartel to assassinate the Saudi ambassador to the US in Washington.
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US uncovers $1.5 million Iranian plot to kill Saudi ambassador
A plan by Iranian government agents to assassinate Saudi Arabia's ambassador to the US has been thwarted, US Attorney General Eric Holder announced Tuesday.
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Rupert Murdoch phone-hacking scandal: US connections grow
In London Saturday, Rupert Murdoch issued full-page apologies for the phone-hacking scandal that has hit his media empire. Critics say his free-wheeling and politically conservative approach may have affected US journalism as well.
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FBI to investigate Rupert Murdoch's News Corp.: Did it hack 9/11 victims?
At the urging of several members of Congress, the FBI has begun investigating whether victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and their families were subject to phone hacking from Rupert Murdoch's News Corp.
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Obama to keep Mueller at FBI for 'continuity,' as other security chiefs shift
President Obama will seek to extend Robert Mueller's tenure as FBI director for two more years. His decision comes amid changes at the top of the CIA and Defense Department.
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Peter King hearing shows 'sharply polarized' attitudes toward Islam
Americans who are older, conservative in their religion and politics, and Republican are more likely to be wary of Muslims in this country, according to polls conducted before Rep. Peter King's hearing on 'radicalization' among American Muslims.
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Why did Peter King take on CAIR at radicalization hearings?
At the hearing on 'radicalization in the American Muslim community,' Rep. Peter King takes particular aim at the CAIR, the largest US Muslim civil-rights organization.
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Who's testifying at controversial House hearing on radical Islam in US?
Radicalization in the American Muslim community is topic of a House hearing on Thursday, and witnesses are likely to offer competing views of the threat. Critics say it's unwise to single out Islam and the Muslim community.
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No. 1 priority for US security: domestic terrorism, threat report says
America's intelligence-agency chiefs unveil the annual National Threat Assessment, saying that success against Al Qaeda means that domestic terrorism is now 'priority No. 1.' They also say they knew Egypt unrest was 'close,' but couldn't foresee when it would ignite.
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Gabrielle Giffords shooting: a leadership moment for Obama, Boehner
Gabrielle Giffords tragedy – and that of 19 others killed or wounded during a mass shooting Saturday – puts special demands on President Obama and new House Speaker John Boehner.
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Arizona shooting suspect charged with trying to assassinate Rep. Giffords
Federal authorities also charged Jared Lee Loughner, the Arizona shooting suspect, with two counts of murder. President Obama calls for a moment of silence Monday at 11 a.m. EST.
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Vitriol in political rhetoric: Did it play a part in the Arizona shooting?
The Arizona shooting suspect has been called 'unstable,' and no motive has been identified. But did the vitriol that has been present in the debates over immigration and health care trigger the attack?
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Arizona shooting: How safe are members of Congress?
Members of Congress called for more civil discourse and suspended some legislative business after the deadly Arizona shooting, a tragic reminder of the risks of public life.
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