Roundup Syria explosions kill 32 including 10 children
Multiple blasts near an elementary school in Homs kill at least 32 people including 10 children. A second blast occurs as rescuers collect victims, amid Syria's civil war and sectarian tensions in a government area.
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Economy tops concerns as voters head to midterm ballots
An AP-GfK poll shows 92 percent of likely voters consider the economy extremely or very important. Only 7 percent approve of Congress, 42 percent approve of Obama, and 58 percent are dissatisfied with his administration. Voters foresee mixed party control outcomes in Senate and House races.
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Secret Service director resigns after security breaches
Washington confirms Julia Pierson steps down amid a string of breaches and missteps. President Obama accepts the resignation and names Joseph Clancy interim head as an independent inquiry begins into agency operations. Omar J. Gonzalez pleads not guilty to entering a restricted federal building with a weapon.
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Hong Kong protesters threaten to occupy government buildings
Protest leaders demand Leung Chun-ying resign by day end and threaten to seize key government buildings if unmet. Beijing cautions against illegal acts as Washington reiterates support for autonomy while urging restraint and peaceful expression.
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