Anti-Assad forces strike in Syria and global reaction
Rebels launch a bold assault challenging Bashar Assad as France recalls its Damascus ambassador amid attacks on missions. The Arab League suspends Syria over the crackdown, warning of sanctions, while the U.N. cites thousands killed. Separately, Facebook fights spam while a Martinsville gunman siege ends with arrests and injuries.
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Monti forms non partisan Italian government in Rome
Italian Premier Mario Monti swore in a cabinet of bankers diplomats and executives ending Berlusconi’s era and pledging growth. He will face a confidence vote in parliament as Greece’s Papademos wins support for a 177 billion euro debt deal.
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Suspect Arrested in White House Shooting Probe
Police seize 21 year old Ortega Hernandez in a hotel near Indiana Pennsylvania after a tip about the gunfire near the White House. The suspect, linked to Friday shots and an abandoned rifle vehicle, faces a Pittsburgh court appearance.
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Brad Shields
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Cynthia Reed Eddy
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