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The Madison WI Capitol Times
- Dennis Rahkonen: Cowboys and Indians unite to fight Keystone April 24, 2014Dear Editor: A new movement fighting for environmental responsibility is currently emerging.
- Director of downtown program says plan to move day homeless services is a bad idea April 24, 2014Mark Wilson, the volunteer director for the homeless services program at Bethel Lutheran Church, says homeless people are unlikely to use a center miles away.
- Burnie's on Park to open rock shop on May 3 April 24, 2014The venerable east side shop is adding a second location.
- If you go: 'Together Apart: Talking Across the Social Divide' April 24, 2014Tonight, the Cap Times and WPR will host a panel discussion about race in Madison, moderated by award-winning journalist Keith Woods.
- Kurt Karbusicky: Why Jon Erpenbach should persist in secrecy fight April 24, 2014State Sen. Jon Erpenbach should stand up for the right of citizens to petition their government without being intimidated by the release of their names and email addresses.
- Scott Walker makes Time's 100 most influential in the world list April 24, 2014Chris Christie pens a tribute to his potential 2016 presidential rival.
- NPR's Keith Woods talks to Madison journalists about covering race and ethnicity April 24, 2014NPR's vice president of diversity talked to members of the local media about how to provide meaningful coverage of the issues the Madison community faces.
- State Debate: Milwaukee's taxi solution; Madison's anti-TIF campaign draw commentary April 24, 2014A daily roundup of interesting newspaper editorials and blog posts from around Madison and Wisconsin.
The Chicago Tribune
- 3 American doctors killed in Kabul children's hospital shooting April 24, 2014Three American doctors were killed Thursday when an Afghan police officer opened fire inside one of Kabul's leading children's hospitals.
- Chicago pediatrician among 3 Americans killed in Afghanistan April 24, 2014A pediatrician who worked at a health clinic on the West Side was among three Americans killed Thursday when a security guard opened fire at a Kabul hospital, in the latest of a spate of attacks on foreign civilians in Afghanistan.
- Jury starts considering whether Jorge Torrez should die April 24, 2014A lawyer argued today that Jorge Torrez deserves the death penalty, calling him a remorseless serial killer who brutally murdered two young girls in Zion, Ill.
- Driver fatally hit by truck while taking photos of accident damage April 24, 2014A driver who had gotten out of his semi to take pictures of damage from an accident was struck and killed by a truck turning onto Division Street in Noble Square.
- Bill Daley joining Swiss hedge fund April 24, 2014Former Illinois Democratic gubernatorial candidate Bill Daley has joined a Swiss hedge fund as a managing partner and head of U.S. operations.
- Kane on tying series: 'We have the momentum so we'll try to keep it' April 24, 2014Winger scores 11:17 into extra period to give Blackhawks 4-3 victory and even series with Blues at 2 games apieceFor the third time in four games, the Blackhawks and Blues headed to overtime. This time the Hawks came out on top.
- On 100th anniversary of Wrigley, Cubs collapse in 9th April 24, 2014Starter leaves with 3-run lead in 7th but relievers blow save, giving up 5 to Diamondbacks in 9th for 7-5 lossA day of celebration ended with the Arizona Diamondbacks rallying for five runs in the ninth inning to beat the Cubs 7-5.
- U.S. mission that killed suburban diplomat 'failed at all levels' April 24, 2014Tribune exclusive: A U.S. mission to deliver books to a school in Afghanistan that ended in the death of a young foreign service officer from River Forest was plagued by poor planning that "failed at all levels," according to a scathing Army report.
The New York Times
- After Supporting Rancher, Paul Condemns His Remarks on Blacks April 24, 2014Senator Rand Paul joined a line of Republican and Democratic leaders in denouncing Cliven Bundy, the Nevada rancher at the center of a standoff with the federal government over land use.
- As Wine Fetches Staggering Sums, Fakery Claims Rise April 24, 2014Connoisseurs driving up the prices of rare and collectible wines have spurred a wave of counterfeiters who target collectors eager to flaunt their trophies.
- For Clintons, a Less Tony Beach House, but Not Too Shabby, Either April 24, 2014Bill and Hillary Clinton plan to vacation in Amagansett, a Long Island beach town with a more low-key scene than other parts of the Hamptons.
- Ask a Pollster: How Can the Opinions of 1,000 People Possibly Represent the Entire Country? April 24, 2014Every member of the population has to have an equal or at least a known chance of being chosen for a survey.
- Motherlode Blog: Looking for Stories of Non-College-Bound Kids April 24, 2014We’re looking for stories from parents of children who aren’t interested in college (or the “children” themselves).
- Motherlode Blog: Thinking of Requesting a Specific Teacher for Your Child? Think Twice April 24, 2014A parent asks, “How hard should I push to get my daughter the teachers I think will best fit with her learning style?”
- Human Behavior: The Downside of Registering Outrage April 24, 2014American officials’ rush to denounce the anti-Semitic fliers from eastern Ukraine risks giving more oxygen to a bogus issue.
- The Real House Candidates of Beverly Hills April 24, 2014Inside the race to represent California’s absurdly wealthy — and sometimes just absurd — 33rd district.
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- Shipwreck found in San Francisco Bay; Chinese crew heroics after disaster revealed April 24, 2014For a century and a quarter, the SS City of Chester steamship lay forgotten at the bottom of San Francisco Bay. But on Wednesday, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced it found the ship by accident last year in 216 feet of water about a quarter of a mile east of the Golden Gate Bridge.
- Paul McCartney to play farewell to Candlestick concert in August April 24, 2014Paul McCartney announced today on his website he will be performing at Candlestick Park in August, a farewell concert at the former home of the Giants and 49ers.
- Robin Williams selling Napa estate for $29.9 million April 24, 2014'The Crazy Ones’ star cuts price on estate and vineyard sitting on 640 acres
- Pine tar on his neck, Yankees' Pineda ejected April 24, 2014BOSTON (AP) -- The pine tar on Michael Pineda's neck was a stain for the New York Yankees. General manager Brian Cashman was "embarrassed.
- Beyonce tops Time magazine's list of influential people April 24, 2014Miley Cyrus, Matthew McConaughey, Pharrell Williams, and Kerry Washington also make list. .
- Audrie Pott case: Man says he's her father, wants to be included in wrongful-death suit April 24, 2014A man filed a lawsuit today in Santa Clara County Superior Court in San Jose declaring that he is the biological father of teen suicide victim Audrie Pott and should be included in a wrongful death lawsuit as a legal heir.
- Archaeologists lament loss of 4,470-year-old Indian artifacts at Marin development April 24, 2014Archaeologists say they wish they'd had more time to study Coast Miwok remains and artifacts in Larkspur before the 4,470-year-old relics were relocated to make way for new multimillion-dollar homes at the Rose Lane development.
- DA: Dublin man tried to blame Colma DUI on passenger April 24, 2014A Dublin man is accused of trying to blame a suspected DUI crash in Colma on his passenger, even going as far as forging a witness's signature on a statement supporting the claim.
The New Orleans Times-Picayune
- First arrest made in connection with murdered Reserve couple, more suspects sought April 24, 2014Federal and local authorities have made the first arrest in connection with the double-homicide of Kenneth and Lakeitha Joseph, the Reserve couple whose bound and drowned bodies were recovered last month from the Intracoastal Waterway, four law enforcement sources confirmed...
- New York City cabbie racks up $28,000 in unpaid tolls, newspaper reports April 24, 2014While Louisiana legislators consider a measure to refund payments to Crescent City Connection drivers for old toll violations, the free ride is over for a New York City cabdriver who racked up $28,000 in tolls since 2012. The New York...
- Louisiana House passes bill outlawing sale of e-cigarettes to minors April 24, 2014At-a-Glance: A bill outlawing the sale of electronic cigarettes or other alternative nicotine products to minors passed in the Louisiana House with a unanimous vote Thursday (April 24). Alternative forms of nicotine products in recent years have exploded on the...
- Pearl River High School seniors prepare for commencement and Project Graduation party: Pearl River Town Talk April 24, 2014Commencement exercises will be held May 9 at 7 p.m. at the Harbor Center in Slidell; admission to the graduation ceremony is by ticket only.
- NOPD officer suspended amid allegations of domestic choking incident April 24, 2014A New Orleans police traffic officer, the brother of an NOPD assistant superintendent, was suspended without pay Thursday, after allegations that he choked a 43-year-old woman in a domestic abuse incident last August.A bill of information filed by the Orleans...
- Louisiana personal income rises for three consecutive years April 24, 2014Louisianans have been bringing in more personal income during three of the years measured from 2008 to 2012, figures from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis show.
- Medal of Honor recipient to accept award in memory of fallen troops April 24, 2014Former U.S. Army Sgt. Kyle White is the seventh living Medal of Honor recipient since the U.S. has been in Afghanistan and Iraq
- Report: Despite hiring and sales doldrums, small businesses are doing better than before the recession April 24, 2014A report in The Washington Post suggests small businesses nationwide are stronger than before the recession, despite continued reports of sluggish sales and hiring.What has improved are their profit margins, from 5.2 percent in 2007 to 8.5 percent in 2013....
The Guardian, UK
- Ukraine: government troops move against pro-Russian separatists - live updates April 24, 2014Ukrainian troops move into Slavyansk and Donetsk Obama warns of new sanctionsRussia says Geneva deal 'to be implemented in steps'Read a summary of key events so far Continue reading...
- Obama says US will defend Japan in island dispute with China April 24, 2014President on state visit to Japan warns against challenge to Tokyo's administration of Senkaku islands Continue reading...
- India elections: Tamil Nadu chief feeds goodwill with five-rupee meals April 24, 2014Populist minister Jayalalithaa wooing Chennai but likely to emerge, with two other powerful women, as central king-makerAll you need to know about the Indian election Continue reading...
- Marshall Islands sues nine nuclear powers over failure to disarm April 24, 2014Pacific nation that was site of 67 nuclear tests between 1946 and 1958 accuses states of 'flagrant denial of human justice' Continue reading...
- Spain restricting people's right to protest, Amnesty report finds April 24, 2014Report paints picture of heavy-handed government response to country's growing social movements Continue reading...
- Three Americans from one family among casualties in Kabul attack April 24, 2014Afghan police officer at Kabul's Cure hospital opens fire on group of foreigners, killing three men and wounding a woman Continue reading...
- Big riders mean bigger horses on US's western trails April 24, 2014Ranches are turning to draft horses the 'diesels' of the horse world to accommodate flood of overweight tourists Continue reading...
- Israel halts peace talks with Palestinians April 24, 2014Unanimous decision by security cabinet appears to end nine-month peace initiative led by John Kerry and the US Continue reading...
The BBC
- New Russia drills after Ukraine raid April 24, 2014Russia announces new military exercises on its border with Ukraine, after Kiev orders troops to move against separatists in the east.
- Israel to suspend Palestinian talks April 24, 2014Israel has suspended peace talks with the Palestinians in response to a unity deal between the rival Hamas and Fatah factions.
- Ecclestone denies bribery in Germany April 24, 2014Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone denies charges of bribery at the start of his trial in Munich and says he will fight to clear his name.
- Japan pact 'covers disputed islands' April 24, 2014US President Barack Obama restates support for Japan over disputed islands but warns that dialogue - not escalation - is the way forward.
- US medics killed in Kabul attack April 24, 2014Three American medical staff are shot dead by a policeman guarding a hospital in the Afghan capital, Kabul, officials say.
- Korea ferry disaster school reopens April 24, 2014The South Korean school devastated by the loss of many of its students in a ferry disaster last week starts to hold classes again.
- Russia extends Navalny house arrest April 24, 2014A Moscow court extends the house arrest of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny by another six months for violating its conditions.
- South Sudan treason charges dropped April 24, 2014South Sudan withdraws charges against four top politicians accused of the alleged coup plot that triggered the civil war.
The Independent, UK
- Disgruntled 'Call of Duty' gamer sends 70-man SWAT team to opponent's house April 24, 2014An intense session of online gaming turned nasty when armed police and a SWAT team were called to the house of 17-year-old Rafael Castillo in Long Island, New York.
- Have the homeless become invisible? Video shows people walking past their loved ones 'living' on the street April 24, 2014A social experiment devised to challenge the way the homeless are perceived found people were unable to recognise their loved ones if they were sat on the street and would, in every case, walk straight past them.
- High school senior Shafer Rupard 'told to leave prom because she was wearing trousers' April 23, 2014A teenager was reportedly told to leave her high school prom in the US state of North Carolina because she was wearing a pair of trousers.
- Teenager Dallas Archer tried to smuggle gun into prison inside her body April 23, 2014A teenager in the US state of Tennessee attempted to smuggle a loaded handgun into prison by concealing it inside her vagina, according to police.
- Teenager Dallas Archer tried to smuggle gun into prison inside her body April 23, 2014A teenager in the US state of Tennessee attempted to smuggle a loaded handgun into prison by concealing it inside her vagina, according to police.
- Teenager Dallas Archer tried to smuggle gun into prison inside her vagina April 23, 2014A teenager in the US state of Tennessee attempted to smuggle a loaded handgun into prison by concealing it inside her vagina, according to police.
- Rio's favela violence spreads to tourist areas as the World Cup approaches April 23, 2014In a short film made last year, Douglas Rafael da Silva Pereira, 25, played a carefree, popular young man from a Rio favela overlooking the stunning vista of Copacabana.
- 'Bionic eye' helps man with degenerative eye disease see again April 23, 2014A man who lost his vision to a degenerative eye disease has regained some of his sight with the help of a high-tech “bionic eye,” in a procedure that experts have called a “game-changer.”
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