NRA wraps first post tragedy national meeting in Houston
The NRA held its first national member meeting since the Aurora and Newtown shootings ending with a prayer breakfast and a Ted Nugent appearance. About 70,000 attendees browsed 550 booths and saw gun raffles while thermal vision gear drew crowds. The convention’s attendance figures were to be released later.
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Libya bans ex Gaddafi officials from office
Libya's General National Congress votes to bar anyone who held senior roles under Muammar Gaddafi from government. The move could affect Prime Minister Ali Zeidan and other officials, amid armed groups occupying ministries and clashing with pro government protesters. Parliament warns the vote may not remove gunmen from government buildings.
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Springs Fire Near Los Angeles Sees Decline In Fire Activity
Cooler conditions helped contain the Springs Fire in coastal Ventura County, with containment at 60 percent and full control expected within 24 hours. About 28 000 acres burned as 2 000 personnel battled the blaze northwest of Los Angeles since Thursday.
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Obama urges OSU grads to engage in politics and voting
President Obama told Ohio State University graduates that broad public involvement is essential to stop lobbyists from defeating majority-supported policies. He urged voting and running for office, saying cynicism lets the well-connected steer Washington. He spoke to over 57,000 attendees including 10,000 graduates.
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Malaysia's National Front wins narrow election victory
The 13 party National Front secured 112 of 222 seats in Malaysia's general election, marking the coalition's 13th straight victory since 1957. Prime Minister Najib Razak led the coalition to emphasize stability for a rural Malay base as turnout hit a record 80 percent with 2.6 million first-time voters. The opposition, led by Anwar Ibrahim, promised reform and anti corruption action.
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