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Agency wants to protect Outer Banks ‘battlefield’

Allied ships sunk off North Carolina coast

February 19, 2016

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In Tokyo? Try making a print

“The Great Wave Off Kanagawa” by Katsushika Hokusai is a familiar image around the world, a premier example of a…

February 19, 2016

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Mourners pay respects to late Justice Scalia

Former law clerks for Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia will stand vigil over the justice’s body Friday as it lies…

February 19, 2016

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Oregon lawmakers approve landmark minimum wage increase

Rep. Jennifer Williamson, D-Portland, speaks during a vote to increase the minimum wage in Oregon. The state House approved legislation…

February 19, 2016

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Tougher sanctions against North Korea approved

Obama Both actions led to worldwide condemnation of North Korea and fueled fears that the reclusive country continues to move…

February 18, 2016

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Pope takes issue with Trump’s migrant plan

Candidatefires back at claim idea for wall is ‘not Christian’

February 18, 2016

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Biden: Obama will name court nominee

Says president seeking someone Republican senators will support

February 18, 2016

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CORONA, Calif. – FBI agents on Thursday searched the California home belonging to a family member of the husband-and-wife killers…

February 18, 2016

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Some want to limit justices to 18 years on Supreme Court

Many legal scholars are in favor of putting limits on how long a Supreme Court justice could serve on the…

February 18, 2016

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Obama to raise human rights during historic trip to Cuba

White House officials said Thursday that President Barack Obama is hoping to improve ties with Cuba enough by the time…

February 18, 2016

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Fight over gunman’s locked iPhone could have big impact

A U.S. magistrate judge has ordered Apple to help the FBI break into a work-issued iPhone used by one of…

February 17, 2016

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Thousands of people from El Paso, Texas, and other parts of the U.S. crossed the border into Mexico on Wednesday…

February 17, 2016

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U.S. worried about missile deployment

China puts anti-air system in disputed area

February 17, 2016

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German leader renews call for Syria no-fly zone

German Chancellor Angela Merkel is urging the creation of a no-fly zone in northern Syria where civilians fleeing fighting in…

February 17, 2016

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Court candidates face grueling grilling

White House will ensure nominee has no secrets

February 16, 2016

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Analysis: Cruz tax plan would benefit rich, explode deficit

Republican presidential candidate Sen. Ted Cruz’s proposed tax reform plan would increase the federal deficit by several trillion dollars, according…

February 16, 2016

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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. – President Barack Obama and the leaders of Southeast Asia called Tuesday for peaceful resolution of the…

February 16, 2016

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CJ the German shorthaired pointer wins Westminster dog show

CJ, a German shorthaired pointer, won best in show at the 140th Westminster Kennel Club dog show Tuesday night at…

February 16, 2016

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U.S., Cuba sign deal on commercial flights

U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx, left, and Cuban Minister of Transportation Adel Yzquierdo Rodriguez sign an airline transportation agreement as…

February 16, 2016

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Judiciary chairman open to hearing for Supreme Court pick

Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia’s courtroom chair is draped in black to mark his death. The practice is part of…

February 16, 2016

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Obama faces Supreme Court puzzle

Political, legal, personal variables complicate nomination

February 15, 2016

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Strongmen to predominate at Obama’s Southeast Asia summit

President Barack Obama shakes hands with Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha in Manila, Philippines. When Obama welcomes Southeast Asian leaders…

February 15, 2016

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Judge: Heart attack cause of death for Justice Antonin Scalia

A county judge in Texas said Monday Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia died of a heart attack. Scalia died this…

February 15, 2016

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Pope denounces exploitation of Mexico’s indigenous people

Francis celebrated a Mass for Mexican Indians that featured readings in the native languages of Chiapas, a traditional dance of…

February 14, 2016