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Knox convicted, sentenced to 26 years in Italy
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American college student Amanda Knox was found guilty of murdering her British roommate and sentenced to 26 years in prison early Saturday after a year-long trial that gripped Italy and drew intense media attention.
Aide: Baucus nominated girlfriend for fed post
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A spokesman for U.S. Sen. Max Baucus says the Montana Democrat was in a romantic relationship with the woman he nominated for U.S. attorney.
Senate preserves long-term care program
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The Senate on Friday turned back a Republican effort to eliminate a long-term care insurance program to help seniors and the disabled, saving the plan once championed by the late Sen. Edward M. Kennedy in its health overhaul bill.
Reports: Russian nightclub blast kills 102
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An explosion and fire that officials blamed on pyrotechnics tore through the Lame Horse nightclub in the Russian city of Perm early Saturday, killing 102 people, the Russian emergencies ministry said.
Va. Tech report: Staff warned their families first
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At least two Virginia Tech administrators told family members about a double shooting in a dorm - the prelude to the deadliest shooting rampage in U.S. history - well before the rest of the campus was notified a gunman was on the loose.
Police: Blast near KFC restaurant in NW Pakistan
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Police say a bomb has exploded near a KFC fast-food restaurant in Pakistan's northwestern city of Peshawar.
George Washington, Poe auction records set in NYC
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A letter by George Washington has sold for $3,218,500 at auction in New York City, setting a world record for a letter by America's first president, according to Christie's.
Unexpected drop in jobless rate sparks optimism
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Two years of steep job cuts all but ended last month, unexpectedly pulling down the unemployment rate and raising hopes for a lasting economic recovery.
US Marines launch offensive in Afghanistan
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U.S. Marines swooped down behind Taliban lines in helicopters and Osprey aircraft Friday in the first offensive since President Barack Obama announced an American troop surge.
Nets get 1st win, end 18-game skid to open season
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Players hugged at center court. Fans stood and cheered as music blared through the arena. Finally, the New Jersey Nets got to experience that winning feeling again.
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