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Still No End To Killings In Syria, Tumult In Libya

The Syrian government's crackdown against dissenters continues, and Western journalists were killed on Wednesday as forces shelled the city of Homs. Meanwhile in Libya, reports of torture are surfacing, and the interim government is struggling to control a rmed militias. Host Michel Martin talks with Al-Jazeera Washington Bureau Chief Abderrahim Foukara. More at npr.org >>

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Marie Colvin Died In Syria While Exposing 'The Horrors Of War

PHOTO - Marie Colvin Died In Syria While Exposing \'The Horrors Of War

One of two journalists killed today, she spent her life reporting from war zones across the world to illuminate the tragedies and perils that ordinary people caught in extraordinary events face. More at npr.org >>

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Homes Sales Jump 4.3 Percent In January

PHOTO - Homes Sales Jump 4.3 Percent In January

Existing-home sales rose to the highest pace since May 2010, flashing signs of health ahead of the spring buying season. The National Association of Realtors said sales increased 4.3 percent last month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.57 million. More at npr.org >>

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Syria asks foreign journalists to report to government

BEIRUT (Reuters) - Syria's information ministry said foreign journalists illegally inside the country should report to the government on Tuesday, hours after bombardment of a rebel neighbourhood in Homs More at reuters.com >>

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Wall Street opens slightly lower

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Stocks were little changed on Wednesday as an encouraging U.S. housing report offset soft euro zone data, while the S&P 500 struggled to break through a high not seen since last May.The More at reuters.com >>

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Kim Dotcom wins bail

Kim Dotcom wins bail

Megaupload founder Kim Dotcom returns to court.n The alleged internet pirate has been in custody since his arrest in a military style raid last month carried out by New Zealand police acting on a U.S. warrant.n But on Wednesday an Auckland court granted him bail, freeing him from jail but effectively placing him under house arrest and banning him from using the internet More at reuters.com >>

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Existing home sales at 1-1/2 yr-high, supply falls

Existing home sales at 1-1/2 yr-high, supply falls

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. home resales surged in January to a 1-1/2 year high and the supply of properties on the market was the lowest in almost seven years, pointing to a nascent housing recovery.The More at reuters.com >>

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Top Stories: More Killing In Syria; Nuclear Inspectors' Mission Fails In Iran

Also: More protests in Afghanistan over burning of Qurans; Greek lawmakers rush to enact austerity measures; GOP presidential candidates gather for another debate. More at npr.org >>

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Massey Mine Boss Charged In Deadly Coal Mine Explosion

Federal prosecutors in Charleston, W.Va., have filed the most serious criminal charges yet in the investigation of the April, 2010, coal mine explosion that left 29 mine workers dead. More at npr.org >>

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New Borowitz Book is the #1 Bestseller in America! Borowitz Report

The new book by Andy Borowitz,An Unexpected Twist,is the #1 bestselling Kindle Single in America and its on sale today for only 99 cents.You dont need to own a Kindle to read the book. To read it on your computer or other device, download Amazons fre e Kindle apphere. More at borowitzreport.com >>

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As Polls Tighten, Michigan Voters Weigh Importance Of Social Issues

As Polls Tighten, Michigan Voters Weigh Importance Of Social Issues

Mitt Romney has cut deeply into the substantial lead Rick Santorum held earlier this month. Romney's campaign and superPAC are flooding the airwaves with attacks on Rick Santorum. More at npr.org >>

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So Pinterest Is A Woman's World. Does That Matter?

PHOTO - So Pinterest Is A Woman\'s World. Does That Matter?

Pinterest, which has drawn lots of media interest and millions of users, has been tagged "digital crack for women." But while most users are female, men are finding ways to use the social media site, like Drew Hawkins' "Board of Man. More at npr.org >>

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Obama Sings Again: Belts A Bit Of 'Sweet Home Chicago

PHOTO - Obama Sings Again: Belts A Bit Of \'Sweet Home Chicago

During an In Performance at the White House concert featuring B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Mick Jagger, Jeff Beck and other blues greats, the president sang along briefly. Catch the video. More at npr.org >>

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Rihanna And Chris Brown: The Saga Continues

PHOTO - Rihanna And Chris Brown: The Saga Continues

When the singers released remixes featuring each other this week, the Internet's jaw dropped. More at npr.org >>

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Obama Administration To Propose Cut In Corporate Tax Rate

Meanwhile, Republican presidential contender Mitt Romney is also said to be about to unveil a new tax-cut plan. More at npr.org >>

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