The headline news from April 23, 2015

The archive of all headlines from April 23, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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The Big One could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 00:00:11

Southern California hasn¿t had a quake greater than a 7.7 magnitude since 1857. And this study says that a major temblor could unleash a 'super-cycle.' L.A. Now Barry Bonds' obstruction of justice conviction overturned

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Korea’s cyberwar

CNN  23/Apr/2015 00:15:05

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The Big One could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 00:15:12

Southern California hasn't had a quake greater than a 7.7 magnitude since 1857. And this study says that a major temblor could unleash a 'super-cycle.' L.A. Now Barry Bonds' obstruction of justice conviction overturned

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The Big One could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 00:30:12

Southern California hasn't had a quake greater than a 7.7 magnitude since 1857. And this study says that a major temblor could unleash a 'super-cycle.' L.A. Now Beverly Hills OKs limit on watering lawns, backed by $1,000 fines

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The Big One could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 02:30:11

Southern California hasn't had a quake greater than a 7.7 magnitude since 1857. And this study says that a major temblor could unleash a 'super-cycle.' Europe U.S. warns of new Russian buildup in Ukraine

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The Big One could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 02:45:13

Southern California hasn't had a quake greater than a 7.7 magnitude since 1857. And this study says that a major temblor could unleash a 'super-cycle.' L.A. Now Convicted drug dealer indicted in slaying of Fox executive

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Freddie GraySuspended Baltimore officer had a pattern of violence, court filings show

The Guardian  23/Apr/2015 03:00:14

Lieutenant Brian Rice was ordered to stay away from a man who had ‘fear of imminent harm or death’

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’Incredibly Scary’: Confusion Causes Flight to Dive Rapidly

NBC News  23/Apr/2015 03:15:09

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Clintons’ wealth intertwined with charitable work

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 03:15:10

A Post analysis found that Bill Clinton has gotten $26 million in speaking fees from groups that are also major donors to the Clinton Foundation, putting an unusual twist on Hillary Clinton’s campaign.

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Saudi Defianceon YemenReflects Limitsof U.S. StrategyNYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 03:30:06

Saudi Arabia’s resumption of airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen on Wednesday, only hours after abruptly declaring a halt, reflects the difficulty of finding a political solution to the crisis.

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The Big One could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 03:30:14

Southern California hasn't had a quake greater than a 7.7 magnitude since 1857. And this study says that a major temblor could unleash a 'super-cycle.' L.A. Now Man shot dead in Palms alley two blocks from last week's multiple shootings

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The Myth of ‘Value-Free’ Social Science Or The Value of Political Commitments to Social Science

Globalresearch  23/Apr/2015 04:00:15

An army of scholars and researchers invented euphemistic language to disguise imperialism. Leading social scientists spoke and wrote of ‘world leadership’, a concept implying consensual acceptance based on persuasion, instead of describing the reality of ‘imperial dominance’

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Saudi Resolveon YemenReflects Limitsof U.S. StrategyNYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 04:15:07

Saudi Arabia’s resumption of airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen on Wednesday, only hours after abruptly declaring a halt, reflects the difficulty of finding a political solution to the crisis.

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FergusonMichael Brown’s family to file wrongful death suit against city

The Guardian  23/Apr/2015 05:45:07

The civil action, due to be announced on Thursday, is likely to be the relatives’ last chance to hold the authorities to account for his death

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NBC News  23/Apr/2015 06:00:12

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’Incredibly Scary’: Confusion Causes Flight to Dive Rapidly

NBC News  23/Apr/2015 06:15:09

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The Clinton Connection to Russia’s Claims on UraniumNYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 06:30:07

As the Russian atomic energy agency gradually took charge of a company that controls one-fifth of all uranium production capacity in the United States, a stream of cash made its way to former President Bill Clinton’s charitable organization.

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Pentagon to launch cyberstrategy push in Silicon Valley

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 06:30:13

The defense chief's visit to Facebook and other companiess underscores a shift in priorities to recognizing cyberattacks on government agencies, major firms and key infrastructure. COMPANY TOWN Comcast bid for Time Warner Cable faces regulatory resistance

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Pentagon to recruit in Silicon Valley to boost U.S. cyber defenses

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 06:45:12

The defense chief's visit to Facebook and other companiess underscores a shift in priorities to recognizing cyberattacks on government agencies, major firms and key infrastructure. COMPANY TOWN Comcast bid for Time Warner Cable faces regulatory resistance

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Pentagon to recruit in Silicon Valley to boost U.S. cyber defenses

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 07:00:14

The defense chief's visit to Facebook and other companiess underscores a shift in priorities to recognizing cyberattacks on government agencies, major firms and key infrastructure. COMPANY TOWN Comcast bid for Time Warner Cable faces 2 big hurdles: Justice Dept. and FCC

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CNN  23/Apr/2015 07:15:02

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Call for talks

CNN  23/Apr/2015 09:15:03

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Rebels: Let’s talk

CNN  23/Apr/2015 10:15:03

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Twister Threat Ahead as Storms Drop Hail on Texas

NBC News  23/Apr/2015 11:00:09

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Smuggled for $6,500

CNN  23/Apr/2015 11:15:03

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Twister Threat Ahead as ’Severe Storms’ Take Aim at South

NBC News  23/Apr/2015 11:30:10

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The Big One could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 12:15:11

Southern California hasn't had a quake greater than a 7.7 magnitude since 1857. And this study says that a major temblor could unleash a 'super-cycle.' Great Reads After court adjourns, 9th Circuit judge's movie nights are a hit

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The Big One could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 12:30:12

Southern California hasn't had a quake greater than a 7.7 magnitude since 1857. And this study says that a major temblor could unleash a 'super-cycle.' Nation Now Michael Brown family to file wrongful death suit against Ferguson, Mo.

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Twister Threat Looms as ’Severe Storms’ Take Aim at South

NBC News  23/Apr/2015 13:00:10

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Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 13:15:23

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The Big One could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 13:30:12

Southern California hasn't had a quake greater than a 7.7 magnitude since 1857. And this study says that a major temblor could unleash a 'super-cycle.' Nation Now Michael Brown family to file wrongful death suit against Ferguson, Mo.

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Pentagon to recruit in Silicon Valley to boost U.S. cyber defenses

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 14:30:11

The defense chief's visit to Facebook and other companiess underscores a shift in priorities to recognizing cyberattacks on government agencies, major firms and key infrastructure. L.A. Now The Big One could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

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’We were hacked’

CNN  23/Apr/2015 15:00:04

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Man-made earthquakes increasing in central and eastern U.S., study finds

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 15:15:12

The USGS study released today indicates increases in seismic activity in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico and Ohio in the last year. L.A. Now The Big One could trigger series of large earthquakes, study finds

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U.S. DroneKilled Americanand ItalianHeld by QaedaNYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 16:00:07

Intelligence agencies confirmed that Warren Weinstein, an American held by Al Qaeda since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, an Italian held since 2012, died in Pakistan in January.

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U.S. operation killed American hostage held by al-Qaeda

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 16:00:14

The White House says U.S. counterterrorism operations killed American and Italian hostages held by al-Qaeda, as well as two Americans who were working with the terror organization.

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Breaking newsUS drone strike killed American and Italian citizens held captive by al-Qaida

The Guardian  23/Apr/2015 16:00:15

US counter-terrorism operation in January killed two hostages – American doctor Warren Weinstein and Italian citizen Giovanni Lo Porto

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Man-made earthquakes increasing in central and eastern U.S., study finds

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 16:00:17

The USGS study released today indicates increases in seismic activity in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Colorado, New Mexico and Ohio in the last year. Nation Now U.S., Italian hostages accidentally killed in U.S. operation in January

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U.S. StrikeKilled Americanand ItalianHeld by QaedaNYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 16:15:05

Intelligence agencies confirmed that Warren Weinstein, an American held by Al Qaeda since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, an Italian held since 2012, died in Pakistan in January.

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American Hostage Killed in U.S. Strike on al Qaeda

NBC News  23/Apr/2015 16:15:09

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U.S. operation killed American held by al-Qaeda

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 16:15:10

The White House said a U.S. counterterrorism operation killed American and Italian hostages held by al-Qaeda, as well as two Americans who were working with the terror organization.

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U.S., Italian hostages accidentally killed in U.S. counter-terror operation

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 16:15:12

The White House says that a U.S. counter-terrorism operation in January accidentally killed an American and an Italian being held hostage by Al Qaeda. GRAPHICS Man-made earthquakes increasing in central and eastern U.S., study finds

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U.S. operation killed American and Italian held by al-Qaeda

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 16:30:10

The White House said a U.S. counterterrorism operation killed American and Italian hostages held by al-Qaeda, as well as two Americans who were working with the terror organization.

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American, Italian hostages accidentally killed in U.S. strike on Al Qaeda

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 16:30:13

Dr. Warren Weinstein, an American held by Al Qaeda since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, an Italian national held since 2012, were accidentally killed in the border region of Afghanistan and Pakistan in January. GRAPHICS Man-made earthquakes increasing in central and eastern U.S., study finds

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Hostages killed

CNN  23/Apr/2015 16:45:01

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U.S. operation killed American and Italian held by al-Qaeda

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 16:45:07

President Obama said a counterterrorism operation killed the two hostages, as well as two Americans who were working with the terror group.

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US drone strike killed American and Italian citizens held captive by al-Qaida

The Guardian  23/Apr/2015 16:45:08

US counter-terrorism operation in January killed two hostages – American doctor Warren Weinstein and Italian citizen Giovanni Lo Porto

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2 HOSTAGES KILLED

CNN  23/Apr/2015 17:00:05

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The Clintons and Russia’s Growing Uranium EmpireNYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 17:00:08

Intelligence agencies confirmed that Warren Weinstein, an American held by Al Qaeda since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, an Italian held since 2012, died in Pakistan in January.

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U.S. operation killed American and Italian held by al-Qaeda

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 17:00:12

President Obama said a January operation killed the two hostages, as well as two Americans who were working with the terror group.

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U.S. accidentally killed American, Italian hostages held by Al Qaeda

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 17:00:15

Dr. Warren Weinstein, an American held by Al Qaeda since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, an Italian national held since 2012, were killed in the border region of Afghanistan and Pakistan in January. U.S. accidentally kills 2 hostages; Obama ’profoundly regrets’ mistake

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2 HOSTAGES KILLED BY U.S. DRONE

CNN  23/Apr/2015 17:15:02

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The Clintons and Russia’s Growing Uranium EmpireNYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 17:15:06

Intelligence agencies said that Warren Weinstein, an American held by Al Qaeda since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, an Italian held since 2012, died in Pakistan in January. Two American Al Qaeda members were also killed in attacks in the region.

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U.S. operation killed American and Italian held by al-Qaeda

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 17:15:09

President Obama said a January operation killed contractor Warren Weinstein, who had been held since 2011, and aid worker Giovanni Lo Porto, as well as two Americans who were working with the terror group.

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U.S., Italian hostages killed in strike on Al Qaeda

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 17:15:13

Dr. Warren Weinstein, an American held since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, an Italian held since 2012, were killed in January. Adam Gadahn, a Southern California convert to Islam and prominent member of Al Qaeda, was killed in a separate operation. Adam Gadahn: The California suburban terrorist killed by U.S.

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CIA drone strike killed American and Italian held by al-Qaeda

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 17:30:09

President Obama said a January operation killed contractor Warren Weinstein, who had been held since 2011, and aid worker Giovanni Lo Porto, as well as two Americans who were working with the terror group.

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US drone strike killed American and Italian citizens held hostage by al-Qaida

The Guardian  23/Apr/2015 17:45:09

US counter-terrorism operation in January killed two hostages – American doctor Warren Weinstein and Italian citizen Giovanni Lo Porto

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U.S., Italian hostages killed in strike on Al Qaeda

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 17:45:12

Warren Weinstein, an American, and Italian Giovanni Lo Porto were killed in January. Adam Gadahn, a Southern California convert to Islam and Al Qaeda member, was killed in a separate operation. Adam Gadahn: The California suburban terrorist killed by U.S.

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CIA drone strike killed American and Italian held by al-Qaeda

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 18:15:07

U.S. officials said January operations killed contractor Warren Weinstein, who had been held since 2011, and aid worker Giovanni Lo Porto, as well as two Americans who were working with the terror group.

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Weinstein Appeals to Obama (May 2012)|Second Video (Dec. 2013)NYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 18:30:06

Intelligence agencies said that Warren Weinstein, an American held by Al Qaeda since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, an Italian held since 2012, died in Pakistan in January. Two American Al Qaeda members were also killed in attacks in the region.

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Weinstein Appeals to Obama (May 2012)|Second Weinstein Video (Dec. 2013)NYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 19:00:05

Intelligence agencies said that Warren Weinstein, an American held by Al Qaeda since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, an Italian held since 2012, died in Pakistan in January. Two American Al Qaeda members were also killed in attacks in the region.

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American Hostage Accidentally Killed in U.S. Strike on al Qaeda

NBC News  23/Apr/2015 19:00:09

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Obama regrets drone strike that killed hostages but hails ’transparent’ response

The Guardian  23/Apr/2015 19:00:10

US counter-terrorism operation in January killed two hostages – American doctor Warren Weinstein and Italian citizen Giovanni Lo Porto

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U.S., Italian hostages killed in strike on Al Qaeda

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 19:15:10

Warren Weinstein, an American, and Italian Giovanni Lo Porto were killed in January. Adam Gadahn, a Southern California convert to Islam and Al Qaeda member, was killed in a separate operation. Adam Gadahn: Al Qaeda terrorist, California native and grandson of a Jew

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Loretta Lynch Confirmed as Attorney General

NBC News  23/Apr/2015 20:15:08

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Obama regrets drone strike that killed hostages but hails ’transparent’ response

The Guardian  23/Apr/2015 20:15:09

US counter-terrorism operation killed two hostages – American contractor Warren Weinstein and Italian citizen Giovanni Lo Porto

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CIA drone strike killed American and Italian held by al-Qaeda

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 20:30:09

U.S. officials said January operations killed contractor Warren Weinstein, who had been held since 2011, and aid worker Giovanni Lo Porto, as well as two Americans who were working with al-Qaeda.

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Obama regrets drone strike that killed hostages but hails US for transparency

The Guardian  23/Apr/2015 20:30:10

US counter-terrorism operation killed two hostages – American contractor Warren Weinstein and Italian citizen Giovanni Lo Porto

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CIA drone strike killed American, Italian hostages

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 20:45:07

President Obama apologized for January strikes in Pakistan that killed contractor Warren Weinstein and aid worker Giovanni Lo Porto, as well as two Americans who were working with the terror group.

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CIA drone strike killed American, Italian hostages

Washingtonpost  23/Apr/2015 21:00:09

President Obama apologized for January strikes in Pakistan that killed contractor Warren Weinstein and aid worker Giovanni Lo Porto, as well as two Americans who worked with al-Qaeda.

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US drone strike killed US and Italian al-Qaida captives

The Guardian  23/Apr/2015 21:00:10

US counter-terrorism operation in January killed two hostages – American contractor Warren Weinstein and Italian citizen Giovanni Lo Porto

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Ex-CIA Head Gets Probation, Fine For Leaking Secrets

NBC News  23/Apr/2015 21:45:07

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U.S., Italian hostages killed in strike on Al Qaeda

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 21:45:10

Warren Weinstein, an American, and Italian Giovanni Lo Porto were killed in January. Adam Gadahn, a Southern California convert to Islam and Al Qaeda member, was killed in a separate operation. Nation Former CIA chief Petraeus pleads guilty to leaking secrets to ex-lover

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‘Kill List’ Tests Obama (May 2012)|Second Weinstein Video (Dec. 2013)NYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 22:00:07

Intelligence agencies said that Warren Weinstein, an American held by Al Qaeda since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, an Italian held since 2012, died in Pakistan in January. Two American Al Qaeda members were also killed in attacks in the region.

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Ex-CIA Director Petraeus Gets Probation, Fine For Leaking Secrets

NBC News  23/Apr/2015 22:00:12

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Senate confirms Loretta Lynch as attorney general

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 22:00:15

After being kept waiting in the wings by the Senate for 5 1/2 months, Loretta Lynch is confirmed as the first African American woman to serve as attorney general. Nation Now U.S., Italian hostages killed in strike on Al Qaeda

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White House admits: we didn’t know who drone strike was aiming to kill

The Guardian  23/Apr/2015 22:15:11

Broad target of ‘al-Qaida compounds’ suggests 2013 policy change by Obama – requiring ‘near certainty’ suspect to be nearby – has not been implemented

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Ex-CIA Head Petraeus Gets Probation, Fine For Leaking Secrets

NBC News  23/Apr/2015 22:30:11

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White House admits: we didn’t know who drone strike was aiming to kill

The Guardian  23/Apr/2015 22:30:12

Broad target of ‘al-Qaida compounds’ suggests 2013 policy change by Obama – requiring ‘near certainty’ that suspect is present – has not been implemented

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Comcast seen close to pulling its $45-billion bid to buy Time Warner Cable

Los Angeles Times  23/Apr/2015 22:30:15

The deal began unraveling after the company learned the government was gearing up to challenge the plan to combine the nation's two largest cable companies. Nation Senate confirms Loretta Lynch as attorney general

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2 hostages killed by U.S. drone

CNN  23/Apr/2015 23:00:07

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‘Kill List’ Tests Obama (May 2012)|Second Weinstein Video (Dec. 2013)NYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 23:00:11

Intelligence agencies said that Warren Weinstein, an American held by Al Qaeda since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, an Italian held since 2012, died in Pakistan in January. Two American Qaeda members were also killed in attacks in the region.

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‘Kill List’ Tests Obama (May 2012)|Second Weinstein Video (Dec. 2013)NYT Now

New York Times  23/Apr/2015 23:30:05

Intelligence agencies said that Warren Weinstein, held by Al Qaeda since 2011, and Giovanni Lo Porto, held since 2012, died in Pakistan in January. Two American Qaeda members were also killed in attacks in the region.

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