Gunfire at Brooklyn video shoot kills rapper security guard
Police investigated a shootout at a Greenpoint studio during a Busta Rhymes video shoot. Bodyguard Israel Ramirez died after a scuffle near hip hop stars including 50 Cent DMX and Mary J Blige with others like Missy Elliott and Lloyd Banks present.
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Israel to transfer 54 million to Palestinians amid Hamas moves
Israel agrees to transfer 54 million in tax and customs revenues to the Palestinian Authority, while warning payments could be frozen if Hamas forms the next government. The move comes as Israeli airstrikes in Gaza kill five militants and the PA faces a growing financial crisis.
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Gonzalez defends spy program amid NSA surveillance debate
Specter questions the NSA eavesdropping program and urges Congress action if FISA rules are inadequate. Leahy accuses the president of misleading the public about warrants. Gonzales defends speed and scope, insisting the program is not a universal dragnet and relies on targeted alerts.
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Debate over eminent domain in New Jersey homes
In Long Branch an elderly teacher, Anna De Faria, fights as officials push private developers to replace a tiny bungalow with upscale townhouses. The national debate follows a Supreme Court 5 4 ruling on New London’s use of eminent domain for private development.
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Iowa House backs bill curbing eminent domain use
A majority of Iowa House members support legislation to ban condemnation of private property by government entities for economic development and require public use or improvement. Senate leaders hint at compromise to protect property rights while preserving development. Reforms follow various state actions after court rulings and federal debates on eminent domain.
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Super Bowl Ads Splash With Sight Gags And Surprises
Advertisers dominated the Super Bowl with cartoonish violence and rapid gags from Bud Light Diet Pepsi Michelob and Sprint as well as softer spots from Dove and Toyota. Critics praised FedEx caveman and the revolving fridge gag while a panel noted the overall playful approach and memorable visuals.
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