The defense secretary says he hopes to encourage efforts with Vietnam to locate and identify more of the U.S. war dead who are still missing.
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Federal bill would give nation’s hens bigger cages
The effort to increase cage sizes for the 270 million laying hens in the U.S. now has the support of the United Egg Producers, the industry’s largest advocacy group.
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Busy robber hits 3 NYC banks in 30 minutes
Police say the man never showed a weapon. He simply handed the tellers notes and waited for the money.
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Brunswick fly-in draws die-hard aviation fans
The free aviation show features aircraft displays, an exhibition hall and safety seminars.
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Maine Democrats in 2nd day of convention
Today’s high points will be speeches by the party’s four candidates for U.S. Senate, and an evening address by Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley.
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Gay bishop backs same-sex marriage in Maine
Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson of New Hampshire hopes Maine voters follow in their neighbors’ footsteps and legalize same-sex marriage in a ballot proposal in November.
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4-5 inches of rain expected in parts of Maine, NH
The rain could cause many rivers and streams to overflow their banks, and coastal flooding is also likely.
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1,200 firefighters battle record NM blaze
The fire had charred more than 354 square miles by this morning, and crews were bracing for more dry and windy conditions.
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Zimmerman’s truthfulness may be issue in Martin case
The questioning of Trayvon Martin’s shooter by a judge on Friday could undermine his credibility if it is brought up at trial. It also may complicate how his defense presents him as a witness.
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Queen off to the races as jubilee events begin
Queen Elizabeth lI’s Diamond Jubilee festivities officially began today with a 41-gun salute fired by the King’s Troop in central London.