Huckabee defends record amid strong Iowa GOP contest
Huckabee fights back against rivals including Romney and Thompson as Iowa polls show him ahead but narrowing. He argues rivals lack solid platforms while defending his record on crime policy and pardons. He cushions criticism with humor during a four day bus tour ahead of the January caucuses.
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Man pleads guilty in Goya painting theft case
Steven Lee Olson of Carlstadt pleads guilty to conspiracy to steal a 1778 Goya painting named Children with a Cart. He faces up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine under a plea deal. neighbor Roman Szurko also pleaded guilty. The painting, insured for $1 million, was en route to the Guggenheim from Toledo in 2006.
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Bush and Rice warn NATO fatigue risks Afghanistan
President Bush and Secretary Rice warned that NATO allies may tire of Afghanistan and cautioned against letting the country again become a safe haven for al Qaida. They praised coalition partners including Britain Canada the Netherlands Denmark and Australia and stressed sharing responsibilities to stabilize Afghanistan and prevent a failed state. Canada with 1700 troops in Kandahar was described as invaluable and effective.
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DNA testing drops 1980 Woods Cross murder charge
A 1980 Woods Cross strangling case is dismissed after new DNA tests, though they fail to exonerate Edward Owens and leave unresolved questions. Prosecutors say evidence now makes proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt extremely difficult, with Owens still considered a primary suspect by some.
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