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With Off-ramps, and Benchmarks, President Obama?s Af-Pak Strategy Announcement to Come Next Week

'Pretty Good Idea': Obama to Announce Afghanistan Strategy

With "off-ramps" and "benchmarks" in place, Obama sees road ahead in Afghanistan.

Man Thought a 'Vegetable' for 23 Years... Wasn't

Belgian researcher proves a paralyzed man was fully conscious with brain scan.

Amber Alert: S.C. Infant Snatched From Car Seat

Police consider possibility mother and infant were followed for hours.

Is Teacher-Student Sex Legal in Georgia?

A loophole in the law has freed several teachers who romanced their students.

Massive Recall of Drop-Down Cribs

In biggest crib recall ever, safety board yanks 2.1 million Stork Craft items.

Thanksgiving Travel Tips: How to Avoid Delays

A guide to surviving planes, trains and automobiles this holiday weekend.

Investigators: Ky. Census Worker Committed Suicide

Ky. police: Census worker found hanging killed himself, staged death to look like homicide

Clergy Abuse Victims Criticize RI Bishop

After Kennedy flap, clergy abuse victims say RI bishop not doing enough to protect kids
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