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Clinton, 2 journalists depart NKorea for US
By News on Aug 4, 2009
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) -- His mission accomplished, former President Bill Clinton left Pyongyang early Wednesday accompanied by American journalists Euna Lee and Laura Ling after North Korean leader Kim Jong Il pardoned the women from their 12-year prison sentences....
AP sources: Russian subs patrolling off East Coast
By News on Aug 4, 2009
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WASHINGTON (AP) -- Defense officials say two nuclear-powered Russian attack submarines have been patrolling in international waters off the East Coast for several days....North Korea: 2 U.S. journalists pardoned
By News on Aug 4, 2009
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) -- North Korean media say leader Kim Jong Il has pardoned two American journalists and ordered their release during the visit of former U.S. President Bill Clinton....
Obama administration withholds data on program
By News on Aug 4, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Obama administration is refusing to release government records on its "cash-for-clunkers" rebate program that would substantiate - or undercut - White House claims of the program's success, even as the president presses the Senate for a quick vote for $2 billion to boost car sales....
Consumer spending rises in June, 2nd straight gain
By News on Aug 4, 2009
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WASHINGTON (AP) -- Consumers opened their wallets and pocketbooks a bit more in June, increasing their spending for the second straight month while saving a bit less, even as incomes fell sharply....