The headline news from March 21, 2015

The archive of all headlines from March 21, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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IS claims Yemen mosque bombings

BBC  21/Mar/2015 00:15:05

Islamic State says its militants carried out suicide bombings on two mosques in the Yemeni capital, Sanaa, that killed at least 137 people.

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More tech industry buyers are snapping up L.A. real estate

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 00:40:08

L.A.'s appeal among techies is spreading beyond the mega-rich, with tech industry buyers from Silicon Valley spending more time in the Southland - and snapping up real estate here. L.A. NowChris Brown released from probation stemming from Rihanna assault

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Can UC Irvine build after today's loss and return to the tournament?

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 02:00:09

The Anteaters lose their first March Madness game, but there are positive signs for the Orange County squad. L.A. NowChris Brown released from probation stemming from Rihanna assault

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Can UC Irvine build after today's loss and return to the tournament?

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 02:30:07

The Anteaters lose their first March Madness game, but there are positive signs for the Orange County squad. Hot PropertyBruce Jenner lands an 11-acre spread in Malibu

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ISIS Group Claims Deadly Yemen Blasts

Wall Street Journal  21/Mar/2015 02:55:08

A Yemeni division of Islamic State claimed responsibility for suicide bombings that hit two mosques in Yemen’s capital, killing at least 120 people.

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’Disabled’ bombers

CNN  21/Mar/2015 03:00:04

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Wall Street Journal  21/Mar/2015 03:35:09

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ISIS Group Claims Deadly Yemen Blasts

Wall Street Journal  21/Mar/2015 03:40:08

A Yemeni division of Islamic State claimed responsibility for suicide bombings that hit two mosques in Yemen’s capital, killing at least 120 people.

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Column: UC Irvine just misses an epic NCAA tournament upset

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 04:05:10

It took UC Irvine nearly 40 years to get into an NCAA basketball tournament and then all Louisville could muster to knock the Anteaters out. Hot PropertyBruce Jenner lands an 11-acre spread in Malibu

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Officer Shoots Man After Rampage at Louisiana Airport

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 04:15:05

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Column: UC Irvine just misses an epic NCAA tournament upset

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 04:30:08

It took UC Irvine nearly 40 years to get into an NCAA basketball tournament and then all Louisville could muster to knock the Anteaters out. Nation NowBlack student's arrest puts focus on Virginia alcohol agency's use of force

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A disputed diagnosis puts parents in prison

Washingtonpost  21/Mar/2015 04:35:06

Shaken Baby Syndrome has led to charges of abuse and murder, putting parents and caregivers behind bars, but its science is now heavily contested.

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Column: Public space reemerging in Los Angeles — let's design it wisely

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 05:05:08

L.A. is gradually reversing the notion that 'the public sector stopped making public space a long time ago.' Nation NowBlack student's arrest puts focus on Virginia alcohol agency's use of force

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Asia powers set for renewed talks

BBC  21/Mar/2015 05:25:02

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In Tunis, a Day of Horror at the Museum

Wall Street Journal  21/Mar/2015 05:25:08

The two gunmen who attacked Tunisia’s national museum fended off an elite unit of antiterrorism police for nearly two hours and were killed after a grenade they tossed failed to explode.

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Cop Shoots Man With Machete After Louisiana Airport Rampage

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 05:55:06

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Officer Shoots Machete-Wielding Man at New Orleans Airport

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 06:15:07

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Column: Public space reemerging in Los Angeles — let's design it wisely

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 06:15:09

L.A. is gradually reversing the notion that 'the public sector stopped making public space a long time ago.' Show Tracker'Glee' finale: 10 memorable performances over the years

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Asia powers hold renewed talks

BBC  21/Mar/2015 06:55:01

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Asia powers hold renewed talks

BBC  21/Mar/2015 07:05:01

The foreign ministers of China, Japan and South Korea are meeting for the first time in three years, amid territorial and diplomatic tensions.

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Burned to death

CNN  21/Mar/2015 07:10:03

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Playing off the ball helps UCLA's Alford

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 07:15:10

Against SMU, point guard Bryce Alford split the ball-handling duties with Isaac Hamilton, and Alford caught fire. The Bruins face Alabama Birmingham at 9 a.m. Saturday. Show Tracker'Glee' finale: 10 memorable performances over the years

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Playing off the ball helps UCLA's Alford

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 07:55:07

Against SMU, point guard Bryce Alford split the ball-handling duties with Isaac Hamilton, and Alford caught fire. The Bruins face Alabama Birmingham at 9 a.m. Saturday. AutosSeizing the wheel of a Formula One race car for 7 thrilling minutes

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Playing off the ball helps UCLA's Alford

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 09:20:08

Against SMU, point guard Bryce Alford split the ball-handling duties with Isaac Hamilton, and Alford caught fire. The Bruins face Alabama Birmingham at 9 a.m. Saturday. Show TrackerJimmy Kimmel's move to SXSW pays off in barbecue and viewership

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Fitness expert swaps skinny for strong

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 09:30:09

Jennifer Cohen says savvy women, especially younger women, are ditching extreme diets and endless cardio sessions. Their new goal: sleek, toned muscles. UCLAPlaying off the ball helps UCLA's Alford

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Iran upbeat on nuclear talks

BBC  21/Mar/2015 11:10:02

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says progress in talks with US and other world powers could lead to resolution in dispute over its nuclear programme.

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Iran upbeat on nuclear talks

BBC  21/Mar/2015 11:15:03

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says progress in talks with the US and other world powers could lead to a final deal in the dispute over its nuclear programme.

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Iran upbeat on nuclear talks

BBC  21/Mar/2015 11:30:03

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says progress in talks with world powers could lead to a final deal in the dispute over its nuclear programme.

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Iran upbeat on nuclear talks progress

BBC  21/Mar/2015 11:40:02

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says progress in talks with world powers could lead to a final deal in the dispute over its nuclear programme.

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Fitness expert swaps skinny for strong

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 11:45:08

Jennifer Cohen says savvy women, especially younger women, are ditching extreme diets and endless cardio sessions. Their new goal: sleek, toned muscles. Health & FitnessMigraine studies yield fresh approaches to ward off pain

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Airport Machete Terror: Cops Shoot New Orleans Suspect

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 12:15:06

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Airport Terror: Cop Shoots New Orleans Machete Attacker

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 12:20:06

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Fitness expert swaps skinny for strong

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 12:50:08

Jennifer Cohen says savvy women, especially younger women, are ditching extreme diets and endless cardio sessions. Their new goal: sleek, toned muscles. TELEVISIONIn CNN's 'Believer,' Reza Aslan to aim for a window on world religions

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The countedInside the search for the real number of police killings in US

The Guardian  21/Mar/2015 13:05:06

State by state, town by town, cop by cop, a lack of transparency is halting reform. But part two of a Guardian investigation reveals that a quiet revolution in crime data may be underway – and justice may be next

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Full Circle church picks up where New Agers left off

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 13:05:08

The Venice group rejects aspects of New Age while channeling young millennials' approach to spirituality into a new movement -- or, at least, a really good party. Health & FitnessFitness expert swaps skinny for strong

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NBC News  21/Mar/2015 13:15:07

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Airport Terror: Cop Shoots New Orleans Machete Attacker

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 13:20:06

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Airport Terror: Cop Shoots New Orleans Machete Attacker

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 13:35:05

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7 Children Die After Fire Rips Through Home in BrooklynNYT Now

New York Times  21/Mar/2015 13:55:03

The victims, who are from the same family and range in age from 5 to 15, died early Saturday in a fire in the Midwood neighborhood that the authorities said was caused by a malfunctioning hot plate.

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’Tragedy For the City’: 7 Kids Die in Brooklyn House Fire

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 15:10:07

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U.S. troops pull out

CNN  21/Mar/2015 15:20:02

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’Tragedy for the City’: 7 Children Die in Brooklyn House Fire

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 15:20:07

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7 Children Die After Fire Rips Through Home in BrooklynNYT Now

New York Times  21/Mar/2015 16:10:03

The victims, who were from the same family and ranged in age from 5 to 15, died early Saturday in a fire in the Midwood neighborhood that the authorities said was caused by a malfunctioning hot plate.

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Full Circle church picks up where New Agers left off

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 16:55:07

The Venice group rejects aspects of New Age while channeling young millennials' approach to spirituality into a new movement -- or, at least, a really good party. L.A. NowArtist turns L.A. intersection into giant Pac-Man game

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Wall Street Journal  21/Mar/2015 17:10:07

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In Tunis, a Day of Horror at the Museum

Wall Street Journal  21/Mar/2015 17:20:08

The two gunmen who attacked Tunisia’s national museum fended off an elite unit of antiterrorism police for nearly two hours and were killed after a grenade they tossed failed to explode.

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Seven ChildrenDie in BrooklynFire Attributedto Hot PlateNYT Now

New York Times  21/Mar/2015 17:25:03

A fire that ripped through the home of an Orthodox Jewish family, trapping the children — ages 5 to 15 — in their bedrooms, was sparked by a malfunctioning hot plate, officials said.

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The countedInside the search for the real number of police killings in US

The Guardian  21/Mar/2015 17:35:07

State by state, town by town, cop by cop, a lack of transparency is halting reform. But a Guardian investigation reveals that a quiet revolution in crime data may be underway – and justice may be next

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U.S. evacuates air base amid Yemen instability

Washingtonpost  21/Mar/2015 18:45:06

About 100 U.S. troops are leaving after al-Qaeda seized a nearby city, officials said. Meanwhile, Shiite rebels issued a call to arms against Yemen’s president.

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More tech industry buyers are snapping up L.A. real estate

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 19:05:08

Silicon Valley types are finding more space for less money in the Southland. Justin Yoshimura, 25, liked that he could get a home with a pool in Santa Monica for just over $2 million. WestsideFull Circle church picks up where New Agers left off

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’Unimaginable’: Hot Plate Fire Kills Seven Children in Brooklyn

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 19:20:07

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Seven ChildrenDie in BrooklynFire Attributedto Hot PlateNYT Now

New York Times  21/Mar/2015 19:55:03

A fire that ripped through the home of an Orthodox Jewish family, trapping the children — ages 5 to 16 — in their bedrooms, was sparked by a malfunctioning hot plate, officials said.

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Shiites in Yemen call for attacks on government sites

Washingtonpost  21/Mar/2015 20:05:05

The call to arms appears to have pushed the embattled nation into civil war after months of mounting violence, further complicating U.S. anti-terror efforts.

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More tech industry buyers are snapping up L.A. real estate

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 20:15:08

Silicon Valley types are finding more space for less money in the Southland. Justin Yoshimura, 25, liked that he could get a home with a pool in Santa Monica for just over $2 million. WestsideReligion? Or clubhouse? Inside a new millennial spiritual movement in Venice

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Tunisian PM promises ’detailed investigation’ into Bardo museum attacks

The Guardian  21/Mar/2015 20:20:08

Habib Essid says inquiry will examine security at site housing parliament building following armed raid that left 21 dead

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Fire in Brooklyn Kills 7 Children From Orthodox Jewish FamilyNYT Now

New York Times  21/Mar/2015 20:30:04

A fire that ripped through the home of an Orthodox Jewish family, trapping the children — ages 5 to 16 — in their bedrooms, was sparked by a malfunctioning hot plate, officials said.

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Cleveland protest planned in wake of police shooting of black teen

The Guardian  21/Mar/2015 20:50:07

Brandon Jones was killed Thursday. Police spokesman said that no weapons were recovered at the scene and case is still under investigation

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Brooklyn Fire Kills 7 Children, City’s Worst Toll Since 2007NYT Now

New York Times  21/Mar/2015 20:55:03

A fire that ripped through the home of an Orthodox Jewish family, trapping the children — ages 5 to 16 — in their bedrooms, was sparked by a malfunctioning hot plate, officials said.

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More tech industry buyers are snapping up L.A. real estate

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 21:15:08

Silicon Valley types are finding more space for less money in the Southland. Justin Yoshimura, 25, liked that he could get a home with a pool in Santa Monica for just over $2 million. L.A. NowCar-free CicLAvia festival will debut in the Valley on Sunday

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More tech industry buyers are snapping up L.A. real estate

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 21:30:07

Silicon Valley types are finding more space for less money in the Southland. Justin Yoshimura, 25, liked that he could get a home with a pool in Santa Monica for just over $2 million. L.A. Now14 colleges, universities share $50 million in education awards

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More tech industry buyers are snapping up L.A. real estate

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 21:35:08

Silicon Valley types are finding more space for less money in the Southland. Justin Yoshimura, 25, liked that he could get a home with a pool in Santa Monica for just over $2 million. AutosA reporter's thrilling F1 ride: 'The fastest seven minutes of my life'

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Fatal police shooting of black teen in Cleveland under investigation

The Guardian  21/Mar/2015 21:45:06

Brandon Jones was killed Thursday. Police spokesman said that no weapons were recovered at the scene and case is still under investigation

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Can Paramount emerge from 3 years of doldrums?

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 22:05:08

The storied Melrose Avenue studio has lagged behind box-office rivals since it last topped the U.S. charts in 2011. AutosA reporter's thrilling F1 ride: 'The fastest seven minutes of my life'

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Airport Attacker Had 6 Molotov Cocktails, Officials Say

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 22:40:07

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Suspect in Machete Attack at New Orleans Airport Has Died

NBC News  21/Mar/2015 23:05:06

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’No bad’ deal with Iran, powers vow

BBC  21/Mar/2015 23:40:06

Western powers meeting in London promise they will not accept a «bad deal» with Iran on its nuclear activity, as deadlines for agreement loom.

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A $35-million tear-down: L.A.'s unreal estate has plenty of buyers

Los Angeles Times  21/Mar/2015 23:50:10

Steve Lopez: While more than half the residents of metro L.A. struggle to achieve economic security, there's no shortage of buyers from around the world snapping up estates in the Westside hills. Lakers’ Steve Nash officially announces retirement

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