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NRA ad attacking Obama 'ill-advised'

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 01:15 PM PST

This frame grab image shows a scene from video released by the National Rifle Association. In a sharp pushback against any new gun regulations, the NRA posted a Web video on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, that labels President Barack Obama an The ad, which made mention of the president's daughters, sparked widespread outcry when it aired on January 25.

Twitter suspends terrorist group's account

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 12:42 PM PST

Terrorists Knocked Off Twitter After ThreatsTurns out no one is immune to 'Twitter Rules.'

Thousands of abortion opponents march in Washington

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 12:24 PM PST

Thousands of abortion opponents march in WashingtonCrowds on the National Mall await the start of the March for Life on January 25, 2013 in Washington, DC. The pro-life gathering is held each year around the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision. (Photo by Brendan Hoffman/Getty Images)

Five accounts you should be checking every week

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 12:07 PM PST

How often do you check your financial statements? The answer should be at least once a week, according to MarketWatch senior consumer reporter Kelli Grant. Checking financial accounts and statements allows consumers to catch fraudulent charges sooner rather than later and the practice helps individuals determine if they're over budget or exceeding their smartphone data plan. The five most important accounts to examine every week are:

Cold snap causing 'travel nightmares' for Northeast

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 11:51 AM PST

A fountain partially frozen into ice is seen at Bryant Park in New YorkFrozen cash machines and canceled classes marked another day of a cold snap, with a winter storm threatening the Northeast's evening commute.

Republican chair re-elected, promises GOP for 'everyone'

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 11:18 AM PST

FILE - In this Aug. 28, 2012, file photo, Chairman of the Republican National Convention Reince Priebus addresses the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla. After back-to-back presidential losses, Republicans in key states want to change the rules to make it easier for them to win. From Wisconsin to Pennsylvania, GOP officials who control legislatures in states that supported President Barack Obama are considering changing state laws that give the winner of a state's popular vote all of its Electoral College votes, too. Instead, these officials want Electoral College votes to be divided proportionally, a move that could transform the way the country elects its president. Priebus endorsed the idea and other Republican leaders support it, too, suggesting that the effort may be gaining momentum. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)Reince Priebus vows to "take our message of opportunity where it's not being heard."

'Contraception's been very, very good to me'

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 11:02 AM PST

Foster Friess shifts his support to RomneyGOP donor Foster Friess talks about the party's relationship with women.

No more 'angry white men'

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 10:45 AM PST

FILE - In this Aug. 30, 2012, file photo Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney addresses delegates at the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla. A deep obsession with the story of America, who tells it, and who gets to write its next chapter , was a rare piece of common ground that speakers at both the Republican and Democratic conventions managed to share. Over and over, they spun different versions of the same notion. Romney spoke passionately of In the wake of the bruising 2012 election, the Republican Party acknowledges it's time to revamp its image and message.

Gingrich won’t run for U.S. Senate in Georgia

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 10:30 AM PST

Newt Gingrich's spokesman confirmed Friday that the former presidential candidate and U.S. House member from Georgia will not be a candidate for the U.S. Senate. @newtgingrich will not be a candidate in the '14 GA GOP Senate primary.Newt will support the candidate Georgia Republicans nominate. — R.C. Hammond (@rchammond) January 25, 2013 Hammond tweeted that [...]

Curiosity snaps first nighttime photos of the Red Planet

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 10:13 AM PST

NASA's Mars rover Curiosity has captured its first nighttime view of the Red Planet using a camera and ultraviolet light on its robotic arm.

Bond, James Bond: Real spy gadgets to be auctioned

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 09:56 AM PST

WWII spy gadgetsA remarkable catalogue detailing top-secret designs for James Bond-esque gadgets used by British soldiers during the Second World War is to go up for auction.

Obama's recess appointments ruled unconstitutional

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 09:23 AM PST

U.S. President Obama speaks at the White House in WashingtonWASHINGTON (Reuters) - A federal appeals court on Friday rejected President Barack Obama's "recess" appointments to a labor board last year, saying they were constitutionally invalid. The appointments to the National Labor Relations Board were made while the Senate was out of town but potentially available to act on them. "Considering the text, history, and structure of the Constitution, these appointments were invalid from their inception," the panel said. ...

Men, women already fighting side by side

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 09:03 AM PST

U.S. Army handout photo of First Lt. Nalise Gaither briefing fellow paratroopers at a village in Ghazni Province"Some women won't be good at combat, some men won't be good at combat," says Shannon McLaughlin, a U.S. Army Major.

Murray, Federer's 5-set thriller in Australian Open semis

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 08:26 AM PST

Andy Murray of Britain shakes hands with Roger Federer of Switzerland after defeating him in their men's singles semi-final match at the Australian Open tennis tournament in MelbourneThere are hurdles in professional sports that few will ever get to jump.

Clinton's glasses reveal health secret

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 08:10 AM PST

Hillary Clinton's Glasses a Result of Health ProblemsClinton wore a thick left lens when she testified to Congress.

North Korea makes furious threat to the South

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 07:01 AM PST

People watch TV showing North Korean leader Kim Jong Un at Seoul Railway Station in Seoul, South Korea, Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013. North Korea swiftly lashed out against the U.N. Security Council's condemnation of its December launch of a long-range rocket, saying Wednesday that it will strengthen its military defenses - including its nuclear weaponry - in response.(AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)The country said it would now take "strong physical countermeasures against" the South.

Obama names new White House chief of staff in shake-up

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 06:44 AM PST

THE RESET: Obama rounding out his second-term teamPresident Barack Obama on Friday will formally announce that he has picked Deputy National Security Advisor Denis McDonough as White House chief of staff, part of a sweeping shake-up at the dawn of the president's second term, an aide said. Obama is expected to detail the personnel changes at 12:10 p.m. in the East Room [...]

Radio host falls for Onion story on drone flyover at inauguration

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 06:11 AM PST

"Never seen three in a cluster formation like that, but they're obviously scanning the crowd for potential trouble -- all monitored by a site in Las Vegas." Andy Driscoll, who hosts KFAI's "Truth To Tell," wrote.

The black market 'liquid gold' in your laundry room

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 05:55 AM PST

Boxes of Tide detergent, a Procter & Gamble product, sit on a shelf at a store in Alexandria"Tide is highly recognizable, it's very difficult to trace and it's easily resold," said Brad Garrett, ABC News consultant and former FBI special agent.

Video: Dramatic rescue of teen in floodwaters

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 05:06 AM PST

An emergency response team staged an incredible rescue to save the life of a teenage boy trapped in floodwaters in Rockhampton, Australia.

Weekend in politics: Abortion opponents march in Washington, and more

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 04:33 AM PST

Abortion opponents plan to march Friday in Washington in a demonstration that coincides with the 40th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the U.S. Supreme Court decision that created a constitutional right to abortion. Thousands are expected for the noon rally on the National Mall and in front of the Supreme Court building, and former Republican [...]

History says Democrats have a tough climb in 2016

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 04:16 AM PST

It's not too soon to start talking about the next presidential inauguration in 2017, and why the historical re-election trends favor the Republicans.

World stocks higher: Germany rises, Japan soars

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 03:43 AM PST

Pedestrians look at an electronic stock board of a securities firm in Tokyo, Friday, Jan. 25, 2013. Japan's benchmark stock index jumped about 2 percent Friday after the country's currency continued to slide against the dollar. (AP Photo/Koji Sasahara)AMSTERDAM (AP) — Japan's benchmark stock index hit a 32-month high Friday as the yen continued to retreat against the dollar and investors cheered the new government's plans to boost the economy. Other stock markets edged up, notably in Germany where a survey showed growing business confidence.

Apple steps up labor audits, finds underage workers

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 01:50 AM PST

The Apple logo is pictured on the front of the company's flagship retail store near signs for the central subway project in San Francisco, CaliforniaSAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - Apple Inc stepped up audits of working conditions at major suppliers last year, discovering multiple cases of underage workers, discrimination and wage problems. The iPhone and iPad maker, which relies heavily on Asian-based partners like Taiwan's Foxconn Technology Group to assemble the vast majority of its iPhones and iPads, said on Thursday it conducted 393 audits, up 72 percent from 2011, reviewing sites where over 1.5 million workers make its gadgets. ...

Officials: Maze of laws hurts gun-control efforts

Posted: 25 Jan 2013 01:33 AM PST

Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., speaks during a news conference with a coalition of members of Congress, mayors, law enforcement officers, gun safety organizations and other groups on Capitol Hill in Washington to introduce legislation on assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition feeding devices, Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)WASHINGTON (AP) — There is a legal avenue to try to get any gun you want somewhere in the U.S., thanks to the maze of gun statutes across the country and the lack of certain federal laws.
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