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Bachmann Endorses Romney
Michele Bachmann on Thursday proclaimed her support for Mitt Romney at a campaign stop in Portsmouth, Va., endorsing her onetime rival in the Republican primaries despite some harsh criticism earlier in the race, The Wall Street Journal reported. http://bit.ly/JQF4l4
Seau’s Death Officially Ruled Suicide
Former NFL star Junior Seau’s death was ruled a suicide Thursday by a San Diego medical examiner. http://bit.ly/JQF2JX
Romney Criticizes Dissident Handling
Mitt Romney said Thursday the Obama administration has not done enough to ensure the safety of a high-profile blind Chinese dissident. http://bit.ly/JQqie8
At Least 2 Journalists Die In Mexico
At least two news photographers were found slain in the eastern Mexican state of Veracruz on Thursday, less than a week after the killing in the state of a reporter for an investigative newsmagazine, officials and colleagues said.
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Women Fight to Claim $1M Lotto Ticket
When she plucked a winning lottery ticket out of the trash, Sharon Jones’ luck changed instantly. The $1 million prize let her pay off debts, give thousands of dollars to her children and buy a gleaming new pickup truck. http://bit.ly/IprxzE
Soldier Dies of Rabies in Afghanistan
A 24-year-old American soldier died of rabies after being bitten by a dog last year in Afghanistan, US health officials said Thursday following an investigation into the rare case. http://bit.ly/Iprx2p
Son, 14, Arrested in Shooting of Agent
The 14-year-old son of a federal agent was arrested Thursday in the shooting death of his father in their Southern California home, authorities said. http://bit.ly/IoZ3WO
Cousin: Woman more than ‘Psycho Mom’
BOSTON — She has no doubt what prosecutors say is true: Her step-cousin doused her own children with lighter fluid, slashed their throats and set their Salem apartment on fire. She’s adamant Tanicia Goodwin should never again be near the two children, who somehow survived. http://bit.ly/IoZ3Wy
Cat shot with BB gun needs surgery
The owner of a cat found shot with a BB gun is under investigation for animal cruelty. http://bit.ly/IGX8T8
Boston University sorority suspended
A Boston University sorority at the center of hazing allegations has been suspended for the rest of the year. http://bit.ly/IGX7yy
