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Young Gazan Men Get Unwanted Haircuts, Courtesy Of Police
The Islamic group Hamas runs the Gaza Strip and controls the police force. A number of young men say police plucked them from the street and shaved their heads recently, apparently because the officers didn't approve of their hairstyles.
For Trainer Of Derby Champion, 'My Dream Came True'
Shug McGaughey is the trainer of Kentucky Derby winner Orb, who runs Saturday in the Preakness Stakes, the second leg of thoroughbred racing's Triple Crown. Despite his long record of success, no one seems as surprised as the 62-year-old McGaughey to be pursuing one of the sport's top honors.
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Venezuelans Stock Up On Toilet Paper Amid Shortage
The government of President Nicolas Maduro announced this week that it would import 50 million rolls of toilet paper to meet the growing demand. The oil-rich country already suffers from a shortage of medicine, milk and sugar.
Gingrich Cautions GOP About 'Overreach' On Scandals
"I think we overreached in '98 — how's that for a quote you can use?" the former House speaker says of the Clinton impeachment. Now he tells fellow Republicans that they need to be "calm and factual" as they pursue answers from the Obama administration about the IRS and other scandals.
Book News: Amazon May Be Called Before Parliament Over Taxes
Also: AARP and The Nation join a growing list of ebook publishers; Hilary Mantel on Jane Austen; Anne Applebaum on Sheryl Sandberg.
Book News: Amazon May Be Called Before Parliament Over Taxes
Also: AARP and The Nation join a growing list of ebook publishers; Hilary Mantel on Jane Austen; Anne Applebaum on Sheryl Sandberg.
Honolulu Jury Convicts Man Of 2011 Shooting Rampage
He was convicted of second-degree murder for the shooting spree that left a mother of 10 dead and two others wounded. Prosecutors are expected to seek life without parole.
House Republicans Vote (Again) To Defund Obamacare
For the 37th time, GOP lawmakers in the House have cast a symbolic vote to defund the Affordable Care Act.
Drought Eases In The East, But Still Worrisome Out West
Forecasters are predicting better rainfall for the East and Midwest, but in parts of the West, drought conditions will persist.
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Head Of Sexual-Harassment Program At Fort Campbell Arrested
Lt. Col. Darin Haas was arrested in a domestic dispute and has been relieved of his post. The report comes on the heels of recent allegations of sexual assault in the military.
Bipartisan House Group Says It's Reached Immigration Deal
The group of eight Republicans and Democrats says that it has overcome obstacles and agreed on a tentative plan to overhaul the nation's immigration system.
Who Are The Terrorism Informants In Witness Protection?
Known or suspected terrorism suspects who cooperated with federal authorities in at least six major investigations have wound up in the witness protection program.
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