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Newsvine - Get Smarter Here         Spain's Larrazabal wins BMW International Open June 27, 2011 at 12:27 AM   Pablo Larrazabal birdied the fifth playoff hole to beat fellow Spaniard Sergio Garcia and win the BMW International Open on Sunday. Media Files 2e8ba32e-c304-4870-817c-342ae0480e3b.jpg (JPEG Image)         David post-show: Leadership styles June 27, 2011 at 12:08 AM   David says Gov. Chris Christie's public style masks how deft, pragmatic he's been behind the scenes, and thinks he's an interesting contrast to the president and his behind-the-scenes style. David also says to keep an eye on the Libya fight in Congress and especially within the Democratic party.         A decade, and counting, of publicly mourning 9/11 June 27, 2011 at 12:02 AM   Carla Gilkerson, a 54-year-old school bus driver, sits at a table with friends at Abner's diner on Main Street in this small Ohio town. She's never been to New York City and doesn't know a soul who died on Sept. 11 — but talk of the terror attacks a decade ago immediately moves her to tears.         France beats Nigeria 1-0 in World Cup opener June 26, 2011 at 11:59 PM   The Women's World Cup opened its three-week showcase Sunday, with France beating Nigeria 1-0 amid the sounds of a brass band and a boisterous crowd of more than 25,000. Media Files dbdef7c1-8471-45b6-9401-b4c8df38cef6.jpg (JPEG Image)         14 killed as bus crashes into trench in Indonesia June 26, 2011 at 11:17 PM   A passenger bus has plunged from a hill into a trench in Indonesia's Sumatra island, killing 14 people.         France beats Nigeria 1-0 in World Cup opener June 26, 2011 at 11:09 PM   The Women's World Cup has opened its three-week showcase, with France beating Nigeria 1-0. Media Files dbdef7c1-8471-45b6-9401-b4c8df38cef6.jpg (JPEG Image)         LA schools step up oversight of stumbling charters June 26, 2011 at 11:01 PM   The auditorium at the Los Angeles Unified school board was awash in varying shades of blue shirts at a recent meeting — sky blue belonged to parents from Crescendo Schools, while navy was worn by parents from ICEF Public Schools. Outside, another group of parents chanted and waved picket signs to "save ICEF schools."         Home Depot accused of violating Buy American Act June 26, 2011 at 11:01 PM   The photograph on the Home Depot Web site shows a line of smiling soldiers unloading a truck stacked with power tools and other company wares.         Feds investigating Home Depot over foreign goods June 26, 2011 at 11:01 PM   Federal officials are investigating allegations that Home Depot is providing Chinese-made products and other foreign goods to government customers in violation of the Buy American Act.         Desroches Noblecourt, French Egyptologist, dies June 26, 2011 at 10:46 PM   Christiane Desroches Noblecourt, a pioneering French Egyptologist who prodded Gen. Gamal Abdel Nasser to help salvage Nubia's vaunted antiquities, has died. She was 97.         Chris Brown, Lil Wayne lead BET Awards nominees June 26, 2011 at 10:29 PM   Chris Brown will have another chance at redemption when the BET Awards are presented Sunday night. Media Files 5ccba6e8-b8f7-43d2-bdf7-e613b3f7b9a3.jpg (JPEG Image)         Strong earthquake rocks Indonesia's Papua province June 26, 2011 at 10:13 PM   A strong earthquake has rocked parts of Indonesia's Papua province, causing panic among residents but no immediate reports of damage or casualties.         A decade on, no clear answers in Afghanistan war June 26, 2011 at 10:00 PM   For 10 years, ever since the towers fell, the United States has fought a war in a distant land — in hopes, it says, of protecting American interests and making the world safer from terrorism. Now, as President Barack Obama plans to end U.S. combat operations in Afghanistan by 2014, the question remains as muddy as ever:         Iran to hold 10 days of military exercises June 26, 2011 at 9:54 PM   Iranian state television says Tehran will hold 10 days of ground, naval and missile exercises starting this week.         Roundtable trends and takeaways June 26, 2011 at 9:54 PM   Katty Kay, Matt Bai and David Brooks look at the morning’s news and give their takes on the show’s major takeaways.         Roundtable: Huntsman, Pawlenty, Palin June 26, 2011 at 9:47 PM   Matt Bai rejects the idea that the Republican grassroots will only support a tea party candidate, so he thinks Jon Huntsman could do well in 2012. Katty Kay and David Brooks also weigh in on Huntsman, Tim Pawlenty and Sarah Palin.         Roundtable: Taking debt talks to the brink June 26, 2011 at 9:41 PM   David Brooks says that “both parties think they have the advantage” in taking the debt ceiling talks to the wall, which is why it might actually go that far. Matt Bai and Katty Kay share their thoughts on whether it will go that far.         Khodorkovsky supporters detained at Moscow rally June 26, 2011 at 9:38 PM   Moscow police have detained about 10 activists who took part in a demonstration in support of jailed oil tycoon Mikhail Khodorkovsky on his 48th birthday.         Hiker finds bodies of 6 climbers in French Alps June 26, 2011 at 9:36 PM   A hiker has discovered the bodies of six mountain climbers in France's Hautes-Alpes region, the apparent victims of an accident a day earlier.         Democrats divided over Libya June 26, 2011 at 9:35 PM   Sen. Jack Reed (D-RI) discusses his support of the Kerry-McCain resolution to give approval for continued limited operations in Libya, and Sen. Jim Webb (D-VA) talks about the amendments he thinks are necessary on that legislation before he’ll support it.         Analysis: Mrs. Obama hits her stride as first lady June 26, 2011 at 9:30 PM   After more than two years as America's first lady, Michelle Obama won't say she's hit her stride. Media Files 3286ab01-2b08-4563-8343-b65f4ff597f4.jpg (JPEG Image)         Diplomatic presence versus troops June 26, 2011 at 9:26 PM   Sen. Jim Webb (D-VA) and Sen. Jack Reed (D-RI) debate the continuing U.S. role in Afghanistan, and the importance of a strong, regional diplomatic presence versus having troops on the ground.         Christie: ‘I’m huggable and loveable’ June 26, 2011 at 9:15 PM   Gov. Chris Christie (R-NJ) is often criticized for being “too abrasive.” Christie says he isn’t abrasive, he’s “honest,” and that’s what people want from a leader.         Christie on abortion, same-sex marriage June 26, 2011 at 9:14 PM   Gov. Chris Christie (R-NJ) is pro-life but believes in certain exceptions for rape, incest and health of the mother. He does not support same-sex marriage and would not sign a bill like the one passed in New York.         Christie on 2012 GOP field June 26, 2011 at 9:12 PM   Gov. Chris Christie (R-NJ) has been called one of the top ten most sought after endorsements for GOP presidential candidates, but he said he won’t “necessarily” support someone in the primary.         Christie: Strategic reserves not for politics June 26, 2011 at 9:09 PM   Gov. Chris Christie (R-NJ) declined to pass judgment on the president’s withdrawal plan, but he did say the president’s recent decision to release some strategic oil reserves “looks” like a political move, which hurts the credibility of the program.         Christie: ‘President has to put skin in the game’ June 26, 2011 at 9:03 PM   Gov. Chris Christie (R-NJ) recently found compromise in a major budget battle in his state. His advice for the president in handling the national debt crisis is to “get involved personally.”         One-on-one with Gov. Christie (R-NJ) June 26, 2011 at 9:03 PM   Gov. Chris Christie (R-NJ), a rising star in the Republican party, sat down with David Gregory to talk about the national debt, his state’s new pension plan, 2012 and his signature, blunt style.         Tiny German island votes on expansion June 26, 2011 at 7:49 PM   The roughly 1,200 residents of Germany's northernmost island, Helgoland, are voting on whether to expand to accommodate more tourists, or preserve their status as a unique North Sea refuge. Media Files 76076912-6d95-415f-87f2-6dfae384fe0a.jpg (JPEG Image)         David Cameron's friend found dead at UK music fest June 26, 2011 at 7:44 PM   A close friend of British Prime Minister David Cameron has been found dead in a portable toilet at the Glastonbury music festival.         Man found dead in portable toilet at UK music fest June 26, 2011 at 7:44 PM   Local police say a man in his 50s has been found dead in a portable toilet at the Glastonbury Festival, Britain's most prestigious summer music event.         Israel's Vatican envoy backs off WWII pope praise June 26, 2011 at 7:33 PM   Israel's ambassador to the Vatican has backed off his praise of Pope Pius XII, the World War II-era pope blamed by some Jews for having failed to speak out enough against the Holocaust.         Monaco's bride seeking to make her own mark June 26, 2011 at 7:30 PM   Charlene Wittstock has not one, but two tough acts to follow. Media Files d9f76118-93dc-4834-b33e-f5a3710301b7.jpg (JPEG Image)         Australian airlines to resume flights to NZealand June 26, 2011 at 6:23 PM   Airlines say they plan to resume flights between Australia and New Zealand after a five-day suspension of services caused by volcanic ash from Chile.         In battered Libya town, kids get a taste of normal June 26, 2011 at 6:14 PM   A few weeks ago, Ras Mouftah Elementary School in central Misrata was just another public building abandoned in the fight for this Libyan city.         Israel warns media against boarding Gaza flotilla June 26, 2011 at 5:49 PM   Israel is threatening to bar international journalists from the country for years if they board ships attempting to breach the Israeli blockade of the Gaza Strip.         Intelligence shift shows change in Afghan war aims June 26, 2011 at 5:05 PM   U.S. military intelligence is shifting in Afghanistan to make hunting the Taliban and al-Qaida the top priority. Tracking Afghan culture and bolstering the Kabul government is becoming less important.         Knox trial: Convicted Ivorian to testify June 26, 2011 at 4:55 PM   American student Amanda Knox's appeals trial resumes Monday with testimony from an Ivorian man also convicted in the slaying of Knox's roommate in Perugia.         Tse: Problems in marriage with fellow actor Cheung June 26, 2011 at 4:36 PM   Hong Kong actor Nicholas Tse has confirmed marital problems with his wife, fellow entertainer Cecilia Cheung, after weeks of speculation in the Chinese media.         Al-Qaida leader's wife gets 20 years in prison June 26, 2011 at 4:22 PM   An Iraqi judicial spokesman says a court has sentenced the wife of a slain al-Qaida leader to 20 years in prison for terrorism-related charges.         Suicide bomber attacks Iraqi police station June 26, 2011 at 4:22 PM   A suicide bomber blew himself up at the entrance to a police station north of the capital on Sunday, killing three people and wounding 18 others, authorities and health officials said.         China says it, Vietnam agree talks needed over sea June 26, 2011 at 3:38 PM   China and Vietnam have agreed to settle their dispute over the South China Sea through negotiations, Beijing said Sunday as protesters in Hanoi marched for the fourth straight week to voice their outrage at their country's more powerful neighbor. Media Files 166fe8ef-3750-48d4-ad4b-4397b55690fa.jpg (JPEG Image)         Dozens of Vietnamese protest China amid tensions June 26, 2011 at 3:38 PM   Vietnamese protesters marched through the capital's streets for a fourth straight week, calling for China to stop entering Vietnamese waters in the South China Sea as tensions continue to flare. Media Files 166fe8ef-3750-48d4-ad4b-4397b55690fa.jpg (JPEG Image)         NYC parade to get boost from same-sex milestone June 26, 2011 at 2:57 PM   One of the world's oldest and largest gay pride parades was expected to become a victory celebration Sunday after New York's historic decision to legalize same-sex marriage.         Whales, plankton migrate across Northwest Passage June 26, 2011 at 2:00 PM   When a 43-foot (13-meter) gray whale was spotted off the Israeli town of Herzliya last year, scientists came to a startling conclusion: it must have wandered across the normally icebound route above Canada, where warm weather had briefly opened a clear channel three years earlier.         Bruce Lee museum proposal shelved in Hong Kong June 26, 2011 at 1:54 PM   The Hong Kong government says plans to build a Bruce Lee museum at the former home of the late kung fu movie star have been shelved because negotiations with the owner of the property have broken down.         Malaysia detains about 60 activists ahead of rally June 26, 2011 at 1:47 PM   Activists say Malaysian police detained dozens of opposition supporters amid efforts to prevent a massive rally seeking electoral transparency.         Cambodian tribunal set to try Khmer Rouge leaders June 26, 2011 at 1:23 PM   Now old and infirm, four of the top surviving members of the Khmer Rouge's ruling elite are about to face justice, decades after their plans for a Communist utopia in Cambodia left an estimated 1.7 million people dead by execution, medical neglect, overwork and starvation. Media Files aff61769-e9de-4de8-95fa-3496e008a423.jpg (JPEG Image)         Cherokee Nation elects new chief in close race June 26, 2011 at 1:21 PM   After an all-night wait as the final votes were counted, the Cherokee Nation has elected a new principal chief.         Cherokee Nation elects new leader in close race June 26, 2011 at 1:21 PM   In a close election that ran overnight, the Cherokee Nation elected a new principal chief Sunday, with final results posted on the tribe's website showing longtime councilman Bill John Baker defeating three-term incumbent Chad Smith by 11 votes.             This email was sent to wellimauludani@gmail.com. Delivered by Feed My Inbox PO Box 682532 Franklin, TN 37068 Create Account Unsubscribe Here