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The WeekReported Syria attack tests US hope to avoid war
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration searched for answers Wednesday about a reported chemical weapons attack in Syria that would mark the most flagrant violation yet of the U.S. "red line" for potential military action. But the possibility of intervention seemed ever smaller after America's…
Associated PressAuto Dealers Cut Prices for August 2013
Local auto dealers are cutting their prices for the month of August. If you're looking for a new car this month, buy now and save as much as ...
AdChoices Auto-Price-Finder.comSponsoredCruise ship to be in port until at least Thursday
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — The Celebrity Cruises ship that returned to Ketchikan, Alaska, after experiencing mechanical issues last weekend will remain there at least until Thursday, a spokeswoman said Wednesday.
Associated PressWoman charged after flight diverts to Anchorage
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A first-class passenger became so disruptive after drinking five glasses of wine that a flight from New York to Shanghai had to be diverted to Anchorage, according to charging documents.
Associated PressGLAAD finds movies lag behind TV in LGBT roles
NEW YORK (AP) — We may be seeing more prominent gay and lesbian characters on TV shows, but the movie industry lags well behind the small screen, an advocacy group reports.
Associated PressLockheed Martin F-35B video: Night landing looks like UFO
The world is getting its first look at the Lockheed Martin F-35B taking off and landing at night on the deck of a US naval ship.
Christian Science MonitorPa. Man Arrested After Child's Whispered 911 Call
'Help us': Man arrested after child in Pa. home calls 911, whispers message and hangs up
ABC NewsWhistleblower’s Breathtaking Sentence: Manning Gets 35 Years in Leak Crackdown
Pfc. Bradley Manning was sentenced to 35 years in prison Wednesday for leaking 700,000 secret government documents to Julian Assange’s then-relatively unknown WikiLeaks, making him the latest victim of the Obama administration’s campaign against media leaks.
Takepart.comJoe Biden's Son Hospitalized in Houston
After suffering disorientation and weakness, Beau Biden is heading home.
ABC News VideosPuerto Ricans charged with Social Security fraud
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Federal authorities had arrested at least 68 people and were seeking seven more Wednesday in a multimillion dollar Social Security fraud case in the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico, which they say has one of the highest rates of fraud involving federal disability benefits.
Associated PressBeer-Can Chicken: Popular Classic Based on Science
The Cooking Lab: For great roasted chicken, get under the bird's skin_then stand it on a can
ABC NewsThe Top iPhone and iPad Apps on App Store
This week's top 10 paid and free apps for iPhone and iPad on the App Store
ABC NewsDemocrat McAuliffe has lead in Virginia governor's race, poll finds
By Gary Robertson RICHMOND, Virginia (Reuters) - Democrat Terry McAuliffe is up 6 percentage points over Republican rival Ken Cuccinelli among voters likely to cast ballots in the Virginia gubernatorial election in November, according to a Quinnipiac University poll released Wednesday. McAuliffe, a…
ReutersOrange is the New Black - A New Netflix Original
From the creator of “Weeds” comes a heartbreaking and hilarious new series set in a women’s prison. Sign up Today to watch all 13 episodes!
AdChoices NetflixSponsoredDollywood to build resort, add shows and rides
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — To see the future of Dollywood, you need to borrow the vision of its chief imaginer, Dolly Parton.
Associated PressJapan's nuclear crisis deepens, China expresses 'shock'
By Kiyoshi Takenaka and James Topham TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's nuclear crisis escalated to its worst level since a massive earthquake and tsunami crippled the Fukushima plant more than two years ago, with the country's nuclear watchdog saying it feared more storage tanks were leaking contaminated…
ReutersPolice: Suspected School Shooter Had 500 Rounds of Ammo
Michael Hill, the suspected gunman who terrorized an Atlanta-area elementary school was armed with an assault rifle and nearly 500 rounds of ammunition, police said.
ABC NewsAge may be a factor in melanoma treatment quality
By Kathryn Doyle NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People over age 70 diagnosed with melanoma may wait longer to have the malignant spot removed and receive less comprehensive care and monitoring than younger patients, a French study suggests. "Age-related variations are observed at every step of…
ReutersKate Middleton's Dress Sells Out After Royal Baby Photo Release
The maternity dress worn by Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, in her latest photo with the royal baby and Prince William sold out within hours of the release of the family portrait. The new mother was seen previously in fashion by British company Séraphine, shopping...
ABC NewsRepublicans love the '50s, while Democrats prefer the '90s
Even time travel is partisan in America
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