The headline news from February 24, 2015

The archive of all headlines from February 24, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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Spy chief’s admission

CNN  24/Feb/2015 00:15:03

NSA: Snowden leaks hurt us

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Cute Name, Dangerous Drug: What to Know About Molly

NBC News  24/Feb/2015 01:05:08

Health news

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Academy Awards telecast is all too predictable

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 01:10:07

Television critic Mary McNamara says: How unfortunate that, in presenting the award for best director during the Academy Awards ceremony, Ben Affleck chose to quote Frank Capra. L.A. County Fire Department cheating extended beyond hiring, audit finds

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Academy Awards telecast is all too predictable

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 01:15:08

Television critic Mary McNamara says: How unfortunate that, in presenting the award for best director during the Academy Awards ceremony, Ben Affleck chose to quote Frank Capra. A dozen at Wesleyan sickened by bad batch of Molly, officials say

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Academy Awards telecast is all too predictable

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 01:25:09

With a few notable exceptions, awards-season fatigue takes on a new and enervating dimension at the 87th Academy Awards. All in all, it was too familiar, too dull and too uptight. A dozen at Wesleyan sickened by bad batch of Molly, officials say

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Mexico fields unflattering comments from 'Birdman' director, others

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 01:45:08

Social media is aflame with reaction after Alejandro G. Iñarritu makes a plea for better treatment of Mexican immigrants and takes a sharp dig at President Enrique Peña Nieto. A dozen at Wesleyan sickened by bad batch of Molly, officials say

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#Oscars2015: Everything You Need to Know

Wall Street Journal  24/Feb/2015 02:05:10

Most people are blissfully unaware of how they come across in the office. And it can cost them, Daniel R. Ames and Abbie S. Wazlawek write.

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Mexico fields unflattering comments from 'Birdman' director, others

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 03:05:11

Social media is aflame with reaction after Alejandro G. Iñarritu makes a plea for better treatment of Mexican immigrants and takes a sharp dig at President Enrique Peña Nieto. LAPD officers won’t be charged in fatal shooting of Corvette driver

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Republicans divided as DHS shutdown looms

Washingtonpost  24/Feb/2015 03:15:35

As the White House prepares for a shutdown of Homeland Security, Sen. Mitch McConnell set up separate votes on immigration action that may create a path for the agency’s funding to go through.

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ISIS bride ’recruiter’

CNN  24/Feb/2015 03:30:05

Is Scottish runaway recruiting other ISIS brides?

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Republicans divided as DHS shutdown looms

Washingtonpost  24/Feb/2015 03:30:11

As the White House prepares for a shutdown of Homeland Security, Sen. Mitch McConnell set up separate votes on immigration action that may create a path to pass the agency’s funding bill.

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Greece unveils eurozone reforms

BBC  24/Feb/2015 04:10:05

Greece has unveiled an early summary of the reforms demanded of eurozone leaders in order to secure a bailout extension.

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Mexico fields unflattering comments from 'Birdman' director, others

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 05:10:09

Social media is aflame with reaction after Alejandro G. Iñarritu makes a plea for better treatment of Mexican immigrants and takes a sharp dig at President Enrique Peña Nieto. 2 Inland Empire men sentenced in terrorist plot to kill Americans

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U.S. Airlines Clash Over Rivals From Persian Gulf

Wall Street Journal  24/Feb/2015 05:50:08

A push by top U.S. airlines to get the Obama administration to intervene against the rapid American expansion of three Persian Gulf carriers has triggered a firestorm of opposition—much of it from within the U.S.

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Greece unveils bailout reforms

BBC  24/Feb/2015 06:05:03

Greece has unveiled an early summary of the reforms demanded of eurozone leaders in order to secure a bailout extension.

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Mexico fields unflattering comments from 'Birdman' director, others

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 06:05:10

Social media is aflame with reaction after Alejandro G. Iñarritu makes a plea for better treatment of Mexican immigrants and takes a sharp dig at President Enrique Peña Nieto. County Fire Department audit finds cheating in hiring, promotions

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How to rile North Korea

CNN  24/Feb/2015 07:05:03

South Korea- U.S. war games to start early March

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L.A. paid $5 million in killing, but 3 officers won't be charged

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 07:35:09

Unarmed Corvette driver Brian Beaird, 51, was shot dead after a chase that was broadcast on live television. Prosecutors cite insufficient evidence to get a conviction. County Fire Department audit finds cheating in hiring, promotions

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How to rile North Korea

CNN  24/Feb/2015 07:40:01

South Korea-U.S. war games to start early March

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Greece delivers bailout proposals

BBC  24/Feb/2015 08:35:04

Greece submits a list of reform proposals to its European and IMF creditors in the hope of further lending, the European Commission says.

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Greece delivers reform proposals

BBC  24/Feb/2015 08:50:03

Greece submits a list of reform proposals to its European and IMF creditors in the hope of securing further lending, the European Commission says.

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Germany Sued Over Looted Art Claim

Wall Street Journal  24/Feb/2015 08:50:10

A lawsuit filed in a U.S. district court over a Berlin museum’s medieval treasure is the latest sign of conflict despite the German government’s pledge last year to strengthen its artwork restitution procedures.

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L.A. paid $5 million in killing, but 3 officers won't be charged

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 09:05:10

Unarmed Corvette driver Brian Beaird, 51, was shot dead after a chase that was broadcast on live television. Prosecutors cite insufficient evidence to get a conviction. VA secretary apologizes for misstating he served in special forces

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ISIS bride ’recruiter’

CNN  24/Feb/2015 09:50:02

Is Scottish runaway recruiting other ISIS brides?

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L.A. paid $5 million in killing, but 3 officers won't be charged

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 10:20:10

Unarmed Corvette driver Brian Beaird, 51, was shot dead after a chase that was broadcast on live television. Prosecutors cite insufficient evidence to get a conviction. Gunmen kidnap 30 Hazaras in southern Afghanistan, officials say

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Greece submits bailout reform plans

BBC  24/Feb/2015 10:45:03

Greece submits a list of reform proposals to its European and IMF creditors in the hope of securing further lending, the European Commission says.

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PalestinianAuthority HeldLiable by Juryin Terror CaseNYT Now

New York Times  24/Feb/2015 11:35:04

The verdict in Manhattan ended a long legal fight to hold the Palestinian Authority and the Palestine Liberation Organization responsible for six terrorist acts in which Americans were killed or injured.

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From Rockies to Beaches, There’s No Escape From Winter

NBC News  24/Feb/2015 11:35:07

Weather

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Greek bailout Athens submits reform plan

The Guardian  24/Feb/2015 12:00:08

Greek government outlines plans to reform economy, ahead of crucial teleconference call

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Eurozone crisis live Athens submits bailout plan

The Guardian  24/Feb/2015 12:10:08

Greek government outlines proposals to reform its economy

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L.A. paid $5 million in killing, but 3 officers won't be charged

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 12:15:10

Unarmed Corvette driver Brian Beaird, 51, was shot dead after a chase that was broadcast on live television. Prosecutors cite insufficient evidence to get a conviction. Health law drives down U.S. rate of uninsured adults, survey finds

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L.A. paid $5 million in killing, but 3 officers won't be charged

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 12:25:08

Unarmed Corvette driver Brian Beaird, 51, was shot dead after a chase that was broadcast on live television. Prosecutors cite insufficient evidence to get a conviction. FCC chief cites wireless industry as precedent in net neutrality proposal

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L.A. paid $5 million in killing, but 3 officers won't be charged

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 12:40:08

Unarmed Corvette driver Brian Beaird, 51, was shot dead after a chase that was broadcast on live television. Prosecutors cite insufficient evidence to get a conviction. Oscars 2015: Diversity onstage stands in stark contrast to nominees

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Foreign Policy Concerns Shape G.O.P.’s Early Focus for 2016NYT Now

New York Times  24/Feb/2015 13:30:04

Republican presidential hopefuls are focusing on global problems like the Islamic State and Iran that defy Senator Rand Paul’s restrained stance on U.S. involvement abroad.

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Turkey blames UK over girls

CNN  24/Feb/2015 13:35:02

3 missing girls suspected of trying to join ISIS

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Eurozone crisis live Athens submits bailout plan

The Guardian  24/Feb/2015 13:40:11

Rolling coverage as Greece’s government outlines its plans to reform its economy, ahead of a crucial conference call

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Beach Snow Forecast as Deadly Storm Packs More Winter Woe

NBC News  24/Feb/2015 13:45:09

Weather

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Pasco police shooting Trayvon Martin lawyer takes case in push for federal investigation

The Guardian  24/Feb/2015 14:00:12

Benjamin Crump will act on behalf of parents of Antonio Zambrano-Montes, an unarmed Mexican man shot dead by police in Washington

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L.A. paid $5 million in killing, but 3 officers won't be charged

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 14:20:10

Unarmed Corvette driver Brian Beaird, 51, was shot dead after a chase that was broadcast on live television. Prosecutors cite insufficient evidence to get a conviction. Judge’s ruling may free immigrant mothers and children from detention

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Critics fear bullet train will bring urban sprawl to Central Valley

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 14:35:10

Gov. Jerry Brown says he has a powerful new weapon in the battle against such sprawl: The $68-billion California High-Speed Rail system. L.A. paid $5 million in killing, but 3 officers won’t be charged

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Greece submits bailout reform plans

BBC  24/Feb/2015 14:55:01

The European Commission says reforms proposed by Greece in a bid to get further financial aid represent «a valid starting point».

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Eurozone ’backs Greece reform plans’

BBC  24/Feb/2015 15:20:03

Eurozone approves Greek reform plans aimed at securing extension to bailout, officials say.

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Eurozone ’backs Greece reform plans’

BBC  24/Feb/2015 15:35:02

Eurozone finance ministers have approved reform proposals submitted by Greece in order to gain an extension of its bailout, officials say.

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Metrolink train derails in crash with tractor-trailer; at least 30 injured

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 15:40:08

A Metrolink train derailed in Oxnard early Tuesday after colliding with a tractor trailer on the tracks. Critics fear bullet train will bring urban sprawl to Central Valley

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Metrolink train hits big rig in Oxnard; at least 30 hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 15:45:11

The collision derailed three of the passenger train¿s cars and injured at least 30 people, he said. He could not confirm initial reports of casualties. Critics fear bullet train will bring urban sprawl to Central Valley

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Commuter train hits big rig in Oxnard; at least 30 hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 15:56:00

The collision derailed three of the passenger train¿s cars and injured at least 30 people, he said. He could not confirm initial reports of casualties. Critics fear bullet train will bring urban sprawl to Central Valley

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Eurozone backs Greece reform plans

BBC  24/Feb/2015 16:05:02

Eurozone finance ministers have approved reform proposals submitted by Greece in order to gain an extension of its bailout, officials say.

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Putin’s stark warning

CNN  24/Feb/2015 16:10:03

Putin: War with Ukraine would be ’apocalyptic’

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FIFA Recommends Nov-Dec for 2022 Qatar World Cup

Wall Street Journal  24/Feb/2015 16:10:09

A FIFA task force has recommended playing the 2022 soccer World Cup in November-December to avoid the summer heat in Qatar.

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Pasco police shooting Trayvon Martin lawyer takes case in push for federal inquiry

The Guardian  24/Feb/2015 16:20:31

Benjamin Crump will act on behalf of parents of Antonio Zambrano-Montes, an unarmed Mexican man shot dead by police in Washington

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Commuter train hits big rig in Oxnard; at least 30 hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 16:25:29

The collision derailed three of the passenger train¿s cars and injured at least 30 people, he said. He could not confirm initial reports of casualties. L.A. paid $5 million in killing, but 3 officers won’t be charged

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’It’s a domestic black site’ Inside one protester’s secretive US police detention

The Guardian  24/Feb/2015 16:35:06

Brian Jacob Church spent the better part of a day shackled inside Chicago’s Homan Square, denied access to an attorney, before police finally sent him to be booked and charged

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Deadly Czech attack

CNN  24/Feb/2015 16:40:02

’Eight killed in restaurant shooting’

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The disappeared Chicago police detain Americans at abuse-laden ’black site’

The Guardian  24/Feb/2015 16:40:08

Exclusive: Secret interrogation facility reveals creeping aspects of war on terror as accounts describe brutality without basic rights

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Commuter train hits big rig in Oxnard; at least 30 hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 16:45:13

The collision derailed three of the passenger train's cars and injured at least 30, he said. He could not confirm initial reports of casualties. L.A. paid $5 million in killing, but 3 officers won’t be charged

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FIFA Recommends Rescheduling 2022 World Cup to Avoid Heat

Wall Street Journal  24/Feb/2015 16:50:10

A FIFA task force has recommended playing the 2022 soccer World Cup in November-December to avoid the summer heat in Qatar.

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Commuter train hits big rig in Oxnard; at least 30 hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 16:55:29

The collision derailed three of the passenger train's cars and injured at least 30, he said. He could not confirm initial reports of casualties. Metrolink has struggled with safety, deadly crashes

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Republicans divided as DHS shutdown looms

Washingtonpost  24/Feb/2015 17:06:05

As Homeland Security prepares for a partial shutdown, Sen. Mitch McConnell set up separate votes on immigration action that may create a path to pass the agency’s funding bill.

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Commuter train hits big rig in Oxnard; at least 30 hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 17:06:07

The collision derailed three of the passenger train's cars and injured at least 30, he said. He could not confirm initial reports of casualties. Live blog: Train derailment injures 30, no fatalities confirmed

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Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 17:10:05

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Obama’s “Fake War” against the Islamic State (ISIS). The Islamic State is Protected by the US and its Allies

Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 17:20:25

Why has the US Air Force not been able to wipe out the Islamic State which at the outset was largely equipped with conventional small arms not to mention state of the art Toyota pickup trucks?

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Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 17:25:04

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Commuter train hits big rig in Oxnard; at least 28 hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 17:25:07

The collision derailed three of the passenger train's cars and injured at least 28, officials say. No fatalities are reported. Live blog: Train derailment injures 28, no fatalities confirmed

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Obama’s “Fake War” against the Islamic State (ISIS). The Islamic State is Protected by the US and its Allies

Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 17:35:05

Why has the US Air Force not been able to wipe out the Islamic State which at the outset was largely equipped with conventional small arms not to mention state of the art Toyota pickup trucks?

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Commuter train hits big rig in Oxnard; at least 28 hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 17:45:08

The collision derailed three of the passenger train's cars and injured at least 28, officials say. No fatalities are reported. Live blog: 4 of 28 injured in derailment are in critical condition

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Restaurant bloodbath

CNN  24/Feb/2015 17:50:02

Eight killed in Czech shooting

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Commuter train hits big rig in Oxnard; at least 28 hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 17:50:09

The train's engineer is among those injured and at least two of those hurt are being treated for head trauma. Live blog: 4 of 28 injured in derailment are in critical condition

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Commuter train hits big rig in Oxnard; at least 28 hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 18:00:28

The train's engineer is among those injured and at least two of those hurt are being treated for head trauma. The truck driver is arrested after attempting to flee. Live blog: 4 of 28 injured in derailment are in critical condition

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Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 18:16:04

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Obama’s “Fake War” against the Islamic State (ISIS). The Islamic State is Protected by the US and its Allies

Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 18:20:08

Why has the US Air Force not been able to wipe out the Islamic State which at the outset was largely equipped with conventional small arms not to mention state of the art Toyota pickup trucks?

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Obama’s “Fake War” against the Islamic State (ISIS). The Islamic State is Protected by the US and its Allies

Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 18:25:10

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Obama’s “Fake War” against the Islamic State (ISIS). The Islamic State is Protected by the US and its Allies

Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 18:35:07

Why has the US Air Force not been able to wipe out the Islamic State which at the outset was largely equipped with conventional small arms not to mention state of the art Toyota pickup trucks?

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Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 18:40:03

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Commuter train hits truck, derails in Oxnard

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 18:40:07

Twenty-eight people are injured, four critically. The truck driver is arrested after attempting to flee. Live blog: 4 of 28 injured in derailment are in critical condition

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Obama’s “Fake War” against the Islamic State (ISIS). The Islamic State is Protected by the US and its Allies

Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 18:50:05

Why has the US Air Force not been able to wipe out the Islamic State which at the outset was largely equipped with conventional small arms not to mention state of the art Toyota pickup trucks?

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Islamic State said to abduct dozens of Christians

Washingtonpost  24/Feb/2015 18:50:09

The incident in Syria marks another blow to the Middle East’s embattled Christian communities, which have dwindled in recent years because of attacks.

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Have girls joined ISIS?

CNN  24/Feb/2015 18:55:01

Missing UK girls believed to be in Syria, police say

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Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 19:00:06

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Obama’s “Fake War” against the Islamic State (ISIS). The Islamic State is Protected by the US and its Allies

Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 19:05:56

Why has the US Air Force not been able to wipe out the Islamic State which at the outset was largely equipped with conventional small arms not to mention state of the art Toyota pickup trucks?

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Foreign Policy Concerns Shape G.O.P.’s Early Focus for 2016NYT Now

New York Times  24/Feb/2015 19:10:04

Republicans are scrambling to outmuscle one another on national security issues, potentially imperiling the candidacy of Senator Rand Paul, who favors a more restrained approach.

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Off the Rails: Fiery Crash Latest in Series of Derailments

NBC News  24/Feb/2015 19:10:34

U.S. news

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Commuter train derails in Oxnard; train engineer critically hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 19:20:26

Twenty-eight people are injured, four critically. The truck driver is taken into custody after attempting to flee, officials say. Live blog: 4 of 28 injured in derailment are in critical condition

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Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 19:25:05

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Commuter train derails in Oxnard; train engineer critically hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 19:25:08

There were no fatalities, but 28 of the 51 passengers on board were injured and taken to local hospitals. The truck driver is taken into custody after attempting to flee, officials say. Live blog: 4 of 28 injured in derailment are in critical condition

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Obama’s “Fake War” against the Islamic State (ISIS). The Islamic State is Protected by the US and its Allies

Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 19:30:20

Why has the US Air Force not been able to wipe out the Islamic State which at the outset was largely equipped with conventional small arms not to mention state of the art Toyota pickup trucks?

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Commuter train derails in Oxnard; engineer critically hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 19:30:23

There were no fatalities, but 28 of the 51 passengers on board were injured and taken to local hospitals. The truck driver is taken into custody after attempting to flee, officials say. Live blog: 4 of 28 injured in derailment are in critical condition

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Commuter train derails in Oxnard; engineer critically hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 19:35:26

There were no fatalities, but 28 of the 51 passengers on board were injured and taken to local hospitals. The truck driver is taken into custody after attempting to flee, officials say.  

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Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 19:40:05

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Obama’s “Fake War” against the Islamic State (ISIS). The Islamic State is Protected by the US and its Allies

Globalresearch  24/Feb/2015 19:50:06

Why has the US Air Force not been able to wipe out the Islamic State which at the outset was largely equipped with conventional small arms not to mention state of the art Toyota pickup trucks?

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Wall Street Journal  24/Feb/2015 19:55:08

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FIFA Recommends Rescheduling 2022 World Cup to Avoid Heat

Wall Street Journal  24/Feb/2015 20:00:09

A FIFA task force has recommended playing the 2022 soccer World Cup in November-December to avoid the summer heat in Qatar.

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Commuter train derails in Oxnard; engineer critically hurt

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 20:15:10

There are no fatalities, but 28 of the 51 passengers on board are injured and taken to local hospitals. The truck driver is taken into custody after attempting to flee, officials say.  

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Commuter train derailment in Oxnard, 'appears to be an accident'

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 20:45:09

A Metrolink engineer is among the most severely injured in the crash. The driver of the truck is taken to a hospital and was 'extremely cooperative' with investigators, official says.  

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Commuter train derailment in Oxnard 'appears to be an accident'

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 20:50:10

A Metrolink engineer is among the most severely injured in the crash. The driver of the truck is taken to a hospital and was 'extremely cooperative' with investigators, official says.  

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Teens beat manhunt

CNN  24/Feb/2015 21:05:01

Blame game starts as teens beat security net

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U.S. Missionary Kidnapped, Ransom Demanded: Cops

NBC News  24/Feb/2015 21:15:08

World

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Atlético Madrid: Living Off the Dead Ball

Wall Street Journal  24/Feb/2015 21:15:10

While soccer purists look down on scoring off set pieces, Atlético Madrid has successfully made it the backbone of its strategy.

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Senate moves closer to a deal on DHS funding

Washingtonpost  24/Feb/2015 21:30:07

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said he was prepared to move swiftly on a bill to extend funding for DHS that is not contingent on Republican demands to repeal Obama’s immigration action.

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George Zimmerman will not face federal charges in Trayvon Martin killing

The Guardian  24/Feb/2015 21:30:08

US attorney general Eric Holder says a federal investigation into the 2012 killing did not meet the standard for a hate crime prosecution

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Senate moves closer to a deal on DHS funding

Washingtonpost  24/Feb/2015 21:35:09

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said he was prepared to move swiftly on a bill to extend funding for DHS that is not contingent on repealing Obama’s immigration action, but the plan faces an uncertain path in the House.

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4 critically hurt in commuter train crash

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 21:40:09

A Metrolink engineer is among the most severely injured in the crash. The driver of the truck is taken to a hospital and was 'extremely cooperative' with investigators, official says.  

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Obama VetoesEffort to ForceU.S. Approvalof PipelineNYT Now

New York Times  24/Feb/2015 21:45:03

The president’s first veto of major legislation denied the construction of the 1,179-mile pipeline until all environmental and regulatory reviews by the United States are finished.

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4 critically hurt in commuter train crash

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 21:45:09

A Metrolink engineer is among the most severely injured in the crash. The driver of the truck is taken to a hospital and was 'extremely cooperative' with investigators, official says. Live blog: Truck driver wrongly turned on tracks, 28 injured

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Obama VetoesEffort to ForceU.S. Approvalof PipelineNYT Now

New York Times  24/Feb/2015 21:50:04

The president’s first veto of major legislation denied the construction of the 1,179-mile Keystone Pipeline until all environmental and regulatory reviews by the United States are finished.

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4 critically hurt in commuter train crash

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 21:50:11

A Metrolink engineer is among the most severely injured in the crash. The driver of the truck is taken to a hospital and was 'extremely cooperative' with investigators, official says.  

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Truck driver's wrong turn triggers train crash

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 22:15:11

A Metrolink engineer is among the most severely injured in the crash. The driver of the truck is taken to a hospital and was 'extremely cooperative' with investigators, official says.  

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Eurozone backs Greece reform plans

BBC  24/Feb/2015 22:50:04

Eurozone finance ministers approve reform proposals submitted by Greece in order to obtain a four-month extension of its bailout.

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Truck driver's wrong turn triggers train crash

Los Angeles Times  24/Feb/2015 23:00:12

While authorities rushed to the scene to help the injured, a police officer found the 'disoriented' truck driver more than a mile away from the crash.  

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George Zimmerman will not face federal charges in Trayvon Martin killing

The Guardian  24/Feb/2015 23:20:08

US attorney general Eric Holder says 2012 killing of Florida teen by George Zimmerman did not meet standard for hate crime prosecution

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