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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 US attorney
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Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus was having an affair with his current girlfriend when he recommended her for U.S. attorney last year, his spokesman said late Friday.
US Marine, Afghan offensive ongoing in Helmand
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U.S. Marines and Afghan troops, conducting the first offensive since the new American war plan was announced, met little resistance from insurgents Saturday as they worked to disrupt Taliban supply and communications lines in a key valley in southern Afghanistan.
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 blamed on fireworks tore through a nightclub in the Russian city of Perm early Saturday, killing 102 people, Russian officials 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.
Car bomb kills 3 near KFC in NW Pakistan
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A car bomb exploded Saturday near a KFC fast-food restaurant in Pakistan's main northwestern city, killing at least three people and leaving others trapped in a blazing building where many lawyers have offices, officials said.
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.
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.
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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