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Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Casey Anthony's father testifies

ORLANDO, Fla., June 29 (UPI) -- Casey Anthony's father testified in her first-degree murder trial Wednesday as her defense tried to raise doubt about the circumstances of her daughter's death. George Anthony, the grandfather of the slain 2-year-old Caylee Anthony, denied sexually abusing his... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, June 20, 2011

Women making strides in public office

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 20 (UPI) -- Female gubernatorial candidates states face barriers but their gender may have become a "strategic asset" in their appeal to U.S. voters, a study has found. A study by the Barbara Lee Family Foundation, released Monday, indicated 2010 was a turning point showing... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Juror faces jail for 'friending' defendant

LONDON, June 14 (UPI) -- A juror who reached out on Facebook to a defendant during deliberations can expect to go to prison, a judge said when she was convicted Tuesday of contempt. Joanna Fraill, 40, faces up to two years, The Daily Telegraph reported. Jamie Sewart, 34, who was acquitted of drug... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, June 13, 2011

U.A.E. recognizes Libya transitional gov't

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, June 12 (UPI) -- The United Arab Emirates Sunday recognized Libya's Transitional National Council as the sole legitimate governing body, the foreign minister said. "This recognition affirms that the U.A.E. is committed to maintaining strong ties with the Libyan... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, June 12, 2011

U.S. adults eating less fruit, vegetables

WASHINGTON, June 12 (UPI) -- U.S. adults, particularly Hispanics, are eating fewer fruits and vegetables and engaging in less healthy behaviors, a Gallup poll indicates. May typically begins the four strongest months of the year in overall healthy behaviors, but this year, Americans' health habits... Sign in to see full entry.

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