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Brooks Quits and Murdoch Apologizes to Slain Girl’s Kin

Rupert Murdoch apologized to the family of a murdered girl whose voice mail was hacked by a tabloid as Rebekah Brooks resigned as chief executive of his British newspaper operations.

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U.S. Recognizes Rebels in Libya

The move allows the United States to fund the opposition with some of the assets frozen in American banks.

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Obama Reiterates Call for Broad Plan to Cut Deficit

President Obama on Friday continued to push for a grand bargain that would deal with the nation’s long-term debt problems.

Nolan White, 13, and his family are back vacationing on the Gulf Coast, after staying away last year.
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As Gulf Rebounds, BP Seeks Lower Payout

BP says the formula used to determine compensation for businesses hurt in last year’s spill is too generous, as the Gulf Coast enjoys its biggest tourism summer in years.

European Banks Urged to Bolster Reserves

Eight banks failed and another 16 barely passed the stress tests, banking regulators said Friday.

Security Forces Open Fire on Syria Protesters

As thousands turned out for protests on Friday, activists said that at least 19 people were killed in the attacks.

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Miranda July Is Totally Not Kidding

She is the most honest, uninhibited filmmaker of our time. Or: She’s twee, precious and maddening. Discuss. Nicely.

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Clarke and Glover Enjoy Second-Round Success

Darren Clarke got an enthusiastic reception as he climbed the leader board. Lucas Glover later joined him at the top.

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