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Elvis Presley: 10 quotes on his birthday
Celebrate the 78th birthday of Elvis Presley, “The King” of rock and roll, with these 10 quotes.
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In Pictures: Winter storm: Northeast braces for snow
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USA Update Ricin letters: What's the evidence against new suspect, per the FBI affidavit?
James Everett Dutschke, accused of mailing three letters containing ricin, was arrested Saturday at his home, and he is being held without bond until a preliminary hearing Thursday.
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Ricin case against Everett Dutschke tightens
Ricin was found in the former martial arts studio of Everett Dutschke, charged with sending poison-laced letters to President Barack Obama and other public officials. Ricin was also found on a dust mask and other items he threw in the trash.
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Ricin suspect's home is 'uninhabitable' after FBI search, lawsuit alleges
Charges against Kevin Curtis for mailing ricin-poisoned letters have been dropped, but investigators searching for ricin wreaked havoc at his house, says his lawyer, leaving his home unlivable. The lawsuit seeks damages to cover temporary housing, the destroyed and damaged property, and legal fees.
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FBI arrests Mississippi man in ricin letters (+video)
Everett Dutschke was arrested early Saturday morning; he has connections to a judge who was targeted as well as to a former suspect in the case.
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USA Update Ricin suspect released, as FBI shifts to new 'person of interest' (+video)
Ricin suspect Paul Kevin Curtis said, after his release: 'I thought they said rice.' Curtis's attorney says her client was framed. Federal investigators are looking into potential enemies.
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Ricin suspect's lawyer says feds have little evidence
The lawyer for Paul Kevin Curtis, the Mississippi man accused of mailing ricin-laced letters to the president and a senator, says the government cannot prove he had ricin in his possession.
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Elvis Presley: 10 quotes on his birthday
Celebrate the 78th birthday of Elvis Presley, “The King” of rock and roll, with these 10 quotes.
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Anti-bullying program grows despite being accused of gay agenda
A national anti-bullying program has organized 3,000 schools to participate in "Mix It Up at Lunch Day." The American Family Association, a conservative Christian group is boycotting the event, labeling it a nationwide promotion of gay lifestyle.
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An angst-filled Civil War anniversary in Mississippi
Still, some speak in hushed tones as they confess a certain admiration for the valor of Confederate troops who fought for what was, to them, the hallowed ground of home and country.
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Maurice Sendak beloved by parents and kids around the world
Maurice Sendak, who passed away this week, was beloved by parents and kids around the world, who admired his unique storytelling abilities that could transport the reader into wild worlds of unfettered imagination and wonder.
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Ben & Jerry's new flavor: Did it go too far?
Ben & Jerry's flavor boycotted by some supermarkets. Moms organizations says name of Ben & Jerry's ice cream inappropriate for children.
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Six Southern cookbooks
A round-up of recent cookbooks featuring new twists on traditional Southern tastes.
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In Mississippi, snow-plowing tractors no match for latest winter storm
Snow and cold records are falling across the South as another winter storm blankets parts of Mississippi with half a foot of snow. One mayor admits he might have to buy a plow.
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In Pictures: Winter storm: Northeast braces for snow
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Dogs on trains and maps of imagination
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