Nation & World

Published
March 10, 2011

Wisconsin GOP cuts collective bargaining

With Democrats still in hiding, Senate Republicans approve a plan that strips many union rights from state workers.
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March 9, 2011

U.S., allies weigh options for aid, blockade in Libya

Talks intensify as forces loyal to Moammar Gadhafi continue an assault on rebels in key cities.
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March 9, 2011

Police chief from Mexico seeks asylum

Marisol Valles Garcia, 20, flees to the U.S. after receiving death threats.
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March 9, 2011

With American troop drawdown near, Afghan takeover still unclear

The view from the front appears to be improving as Defense Secretary Gates takes a tour of outposts.
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March 9, 2011

Nation/World Dispatches

MADISON, Wis. Governor offers to retain some union bargaining rights Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has offered to keep certain collective bargaining rights in place for state workers in a proposed compromise aimed at ending a nearly three-week standoff with absent Senate Democrats, according to e-mails released Tuesday by his office. The e-mails show a softened […]
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March 9, 2011

Massive fish death fouls marina

Officials think the sardines got lost, stranded and then depleted the oxygen.
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March 9, 2011

Hornet’s nest ahead as Congress examines radical Muslims in U.S.

Critics charge a religion is being singled out, but Rep. Peter King, R-N.Y., sees a threat that must be investigated.
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March 9, 2011

U.S. population still shifting West

The West, home to the nation's four fastest-growing states, has more people than the Midwest.
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March 9, 2011

Archdiocese suspends 21 priests accused of abuse

The Pennsylvania priests are removed while their cases are being reviewed.
Published
March 9, 2011

In Focus: Can genetic tests tell if kids can be stars?

Skeptical doctors and ethicists warn that the mail-order kits carry serious potential for harm.

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