Israelis strike target in Syria near Damascus
Israeli air assault hit what regional officials described as an arms convoy bound for Lebanon along the Damascus Beirut road. Syria claimed a scientific research center was struck near Jamraya and reported casualties as details remained unclear and independent verification scarce.
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Giffords urges action on guns after Newtown killings
Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords told the Senate Judiciary Committee that too many children are dying and urged bold action. The hearing focused on background checks as gun rights advocates argued current laws are poorly enforced.
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Tornado Swath Strikes Four States Killing At Least Two
Tornadoes cut through Mississippi Georgia Indiana and Tennessee killing at least two as an Arctic cold front collided with warm air. The storms hit on Tuesday night and Wednesday prompting emergency alerts across the region.
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Governor appoints interim senator in Kerry seat
Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick named former chief of staff William Cowan to fill the U S Senate seat Kerry will vacate to become secretary of state. Cowan said he will not run in the June 25 election for a permanent successor, setting up a five month race.
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Last Andrews sister Patty Andrews dies at 94
Patty Andrews the last surviving member of the Andrews Sisters died at 94 of natural causes at her Northridge California home. The middle sister led the trio and was famed for Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy and I Can Dream Cant Is enduring World War II era hits and stage antics.
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Economy slows in fourth quarter with export drop
The economy shrank last quarter as restocking slowed and defense cuts hit. Exports declined and growth slowed from 3.1 to a weaker pace, with the Fed noting a pause due to temporary factors and signaling a recommencement of growth this year. The anticipated March funding cuts threaten broader growth. The January jobs report is due Friday.
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Health myths about obesity questioned in NEJM review
Researchers led by David Allison challenge common beliefs on obesity including calories burned by sex and the value of breakfast and gym classes. The paper, in the New England Journal of Medicine, argues dogma clouds real solutions while noting many authors have financial ties to food and diet companies.
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