Sochi closes with new face of Russia and grand farewell
The Sochi Olympics wrap with Dmitry Chernyshenko praising a nostalgic yet confident Russia. Marco Balich notes complementary ceremonies as Denis Matsuev and ballet companies Bolshoi and Mariinsky headline a literature and arts tribute. IOC chief Bach lauds Russia's delivery and invites future friendship. A thousand Pan-Russian Choir children join the finale as mascots, bears, leopards and a hare parade amid fireworks.
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Supreme Court review tightens EPA greenhouse gas ruling case
The Obama administration defends the EPA amid a 90 minute oral argument consolidating six suits challenging EPA rules on stationary greenhouse gas emissions. Texas and Abbott challenge whether the agency overstepped. the court weighs the 2007 Clean Air Act precedent validating EPA authority to regulate greenhouse gases.
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Ukraine turmoil continues as interim government eyed
Ukraine’s parliament named new speaker Olesky Turchinov as interim head with Tymoshenko as ally aiming to form a government by Tuesday to stabilize the economy and prepare for a May 25 presidential vote. Pro western protesters hold central Kiev while Crimea and eastern cities show splits, officials vow accountability for police violence, and EU and US offer aid.
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Iowa man wins multiple Pick 4 lottery tickets
Tuley, 70, bought seven winning tickets at Hy Vee stores in Iowa and seven more across the street, with prizes smaller than Mega Millions yet better odds. His wife doubted the claim until the win was confirmed, and Tuley plans to keep details of the payout private for now. He previously won Pick 4 in 2009 and 2010 totaling $33,125.
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