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February 28, 2015

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Residents of a small southern Missouri town struggled to come to grips with the knowledge that one of their own had killed seven people in a…

World Briefs
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World Briefs

February 28, 2015

RIO DE JANEIRO – Brazilian authorities said they’ve captured an American sect leader wanted for sex crimes against girls in the United States and who is on the U.S. marshals’…

With late vote, Congress funds Homeland Security
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With late vote, Congress funds Homeland Security

February 27, 2015

Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y., stands outside the House chamber holds a procedural votes on a spending bill for the Homeland Security Department hours before a shutdown was to begin, at…

U.S. won’t release water to Calif. farmers
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U.S. won’t release water to Calif. farmers

February 27, 2015

Farmers in California’s Central Valley will be scrambling to find new water sources to irrigate their fields this year after the federal government announced Friday it won’t release any reservoir…

Russian diplomat slams “destructive” U.S stance
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Russian diplomat slams “destructive” U.S stance

February 27, 2015

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov accused U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry of breaching “diplomatic ethics” on Friday. Ryabkov said Kerry lied to U.S. lawmakers about Russia’s denial that…

Democrats caught between Obama, Netanyahu on speech
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Democrats caught between Obama, Netanyahu on speech

February 27, 2015

Many Jewish members of the House, such as U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif. are upset about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s planned speech to Congress.Cliff Owen/Associated Press file photo Netanyahu…

Obama proposes privacy measure
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Obama proposes privacy measure

February 27, 2015

Alex Brandon/Associated Press file photo<br><br>Critics say proposed legislation from the Obama administration to require businesses to do more to protect the information they collect about consumers is ineffective because it…

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February 27, 2015

WASHINGTON – The U.S. and Cuba held a second round of negotiations Friday on restoring diplomatic relations after a half-century interruption, although an immediate breakthrough appeared unlikely. The Obama administration…

Yemenis hold protests for, against rebels
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Yemenis hold protests for, against rebels

February 27, 2015

Protesters march during an anti-Houthi demonstration in Sanaa, Yemen. On Friday, rival groups held demonstrations both for and against the Houthis’ take over of the government.Hani Mohammed/Associated Press Meanwhile, rallies…

House rejects plan to keep Homeland Security operating
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House rejects plan to keep Homeland Security operating

February 27, 2015

House Speaker John Boehner of Ohio responds to reporters about the problems in passing the Homeland Security budget because of Republican efforts to block President Barack Obama’s executive actions on…

House GOP weighs new approach on Homeland Security
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House GOP weighs new approach on Homeland Security

February 26, 2015

House Speaker John Boehner of Ohio Thursday refused to respond to questions about whether House GOP members will accept a Senate proposal to approve a billl proving temporary funding for…

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February 26, 2015

WASHINGTON – The Air Force has for the first time nominated a four-star general to lead the organization responsible for its nuclear missile corps and strategic bomber fleet. It said…

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February 25, 2015

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – A spacewalking astronaut ended up with unwanted water in his helmet Wednesday after breezing through a cable and lube job outside the International Space Station. The…

Obama aides sharpen criticism of Netanyahu ahead of speech
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Obama aides sharpen criticism of Netanyahu ahead of speech

February 25, 2015

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Wednesday turned down a request to meet with some Democratic lawmakers, saying he believes such a meeting “could compound the misperception of partisianship” surrounding his…

General warns of new Russian threat
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General warns of new Russian threat

February 25, 2015

Air Force Gen. Philip M. Breedlove, commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Europe, said Wednesday the West must find a more effective mix of diplomatic, military and economic measures…