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Friday July 29, 2011

Judge Orders Nixon's Grand Jury Testimony Unsealed

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Judge Orders Nixon's Grand Jury Testimony Unsealed

July 29, 2011 • A historian requested the records, because he said they could further illuminate what we already know about the Watergate scandal.

A law enforcement official stands by as Polygamist sect leader Warren Jeffs, left, arrives at the Tom Green County Courthouse on Thursday in San Angelo, Texas. Jeffs' much-anticipated Texas trial began on Thursday, with prosecutors claiming he sexually assaulted girls he manipulated into "spiritual marriage," and defense attorneys countering that their client's religious freedoms were trampled. Tony Gutierrez/AP hide caption

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Warren Jeffs: Alone For The Defense

July 29, 2011 • Warren Jeffs' trial began with him firing his defense lawyers and announcing he would represent himself. Jeffs has been playing musical chairs with his lawyers for months now hiring and firing them, then asking the court for more time so his new lawyers could get up to speed only to fire them again and ask for even more time. Jeffs faces 95 years in prison if convicted of two counts of sexual assault of a child.

In Interview, President Bush Explains His Initial Sept. 11 Reaction

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In Interview, President Bush Explains His Initial Sept. 11 Reaction

July 29, 2011 • The president said when his chief of staff delivered the news that a second plane had hit the towers, he made a decision to "project a sense of calm."

Thursday July 28, 2011

America

Designer Wins Right To Sell 'Star Wars' Stormtrooper Outfits In The U.K.

July 28, 2011 • The designer who made the original stormtrooper suits for Star Wars wins a big court case. He's now free to make and sell replicas of the outfits, in Britain at least.

Designer Wins Right To Sell 'Star Wars' Stormtrooper Outfits In The U.K.

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Federal Court Denies Petition To Bar Texas Governor From Prayer Rally

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Federal Court Denies Petition To Bar Texas Governor From Prayer Rally

July 28, 2011 • The Freedom From Religion Foundation argued that the Governor's participation in the event crosses the line between government and religion. Perry defended his actions, saying it was his "prayer" was that the First Amendment applied to a governor.

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My What Big Eyes You Have, Up North

July 28, 2011 • A survey of 55 skulls from the 1800s and regions across the globe finds that people who lived in high latitudes had bigger eyes and brains. But it's not what you think.

A Tweet May Have Caused Chaos At L.A. Film Premiere

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A Tweet May Have Caused Chaos At L.A. Film Premiere

July 28, 2011 • Chaos erupted last night at the Hollywood premiere of rave documentary, and it might have been caused by a DJ who invited a few too many.

Tuesday July 26, 2011

International

Designer Alexander McQueen's Legacy Favors Charity

July 26, 2011 • Designer Alexander McQueen left most of his money to charity after he committed suicide, according to documents released Tuesday.

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Amy Winehouse Celebrated By Family, Friends At Funeral Ceremony

July 26, 2011 • Several hundred people gathered in London for private ceremonies to mark the death of British singer Amy Winehouse.

6-Year-Old Shark Attack Victim: 'I Forgive Him'

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6-Year-Old Shark Attack Victim: 'I Forgive Him'

July 26, 2011 • After her parents explained the shark had made a mistake, Lucy Magnum said she forgave him.

Monday July 25, 2011

FAA Suspends Airport Construction Projects

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FAA Suspends Airport Construction Projects

July 25, 2011 • The failure of the Senate and House to agree on a bill re-authorizing the FAA to collect certain taxes has meant an end to construction of infrastructure at airports across the country.

See-Through Battery Could Lead to See-Through Phones

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See-Through Battery Could Lead to See-Through Phones

July 25, 2011 • Transparent batteries are just around the corner, according a report published in the New Scientist. The technology could pave the way for transparent cell phones and new scientific instruments.

America

Bear Attack Nearly Ends In Tragedy For Teens

July 25, 2011 • A bear attack in the Alaska wilderness put several teens in the hospital over the weekend. They were part of a group learning how to survive in the backcountry when a mother grizzly charged.

Amy Winehouse Autopsy Deemed Inconclusive

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Amy Winehouse Autopsy Deemed Inconclusive

July 25, 2011 • A London coroner said it needed further toxicology reports to determine cause of death. Those reports will be ready in two to four weeks.

After A Sharp Debate, Malta Set To Legalize Divorce

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After A Sharp Debate, Malta Set To Legalize Divorce

July 25, 2011 • Before the vote, Malta, a heavily Catholic nation, was the only European Union member not to have divorce legislation.