The headline news from April 02, 2015

The archive of all headlines from April 02, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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Gov. Brown orders state's first mandatory water restrictions

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 02:00:10

'It's a different world,' he says, ordering measures to reduce water use by 25%. The state's snowpack is only 5% of the average for April 1. The man who measures the snow: ’This is bad news’

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’Outraged’: Indicted U.S. Senator Vows to Beat Corruption Charge

NBC News  02/Apr/2015 02:55:07

Congress

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’Outraged’: Indicted U.S. Senator Vows to Beat Corruption Charges

NBC News  02/Apr/2015 03:10:08

Congress

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Sen. Menendez indicted in corruption case

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 04:00:08

The New Jersey Democrat, accused of improper use of his office to help a friend and donor, vowed Wednesday night to stay in office and said he was “angry and ready to fight” the charges.

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Gov. Brown orders state's first mandatory water restrictions

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 04:45:11

'It's a different world,' he says. An area usually covered in several inches of snowpack is dry. The man who measures the snow: ’This is bad news’

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Goodbye martial law

CNN  02/Apr/2015 05:00:02

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Thai grip tightens

CNN  02/Apr/2015 05:20:02

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California PutsMandatoryRestrictions onWater UseNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 05:30:05

The move by Gov. Jerry Brown comes as California’s drought has reached near-crisis proportions after a winter that brought record-low snowfalls.

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Yemenis Turn Against Saudi-Led Bombing

Wall Street Journal  02/Apr/2015 07:30:10

Yemenis are turning against the Saudi-led bombing campaign against Houthi rebels in their country as the number of civilian casualties mount.

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California droughtSnowpack survey finds ’no snow whatsoever’

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 07:45:07

Governor Jerry Brown orders unprecedented water regulations on residents to reduce water use as drought stretches into fourth year

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Gunfire ’like fireworks’

CNN  02/Apr/2015 07:55:02

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Gov. Brown orders state's first mandatory water restrictions

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 09:05:08

'It's a different world,' he says. An area usually covered in several inches of snowpack is dry. 8 images that explain how bad the California drought has become

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Gov. Brown orders state's first mandatory water restrictions

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 09:10:06

'It's a different world,' he says. An area usually covered in several inches of snowpack is dry. 2 dead, 4 wounded as gunmen attack Kenya university

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Dozens wounded

CNN  02/Apr/2015 09:15:02

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Gov. Brown orders state's first mandatory water restrictions

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 09:25:10

'It's a different world,' he says. An area usually covered in several inches of snowpack is dry. 8 images that explain how bad the California drought has become

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College Campus Shooting Spree: 2 Dead, 30 Hurt in Kenya

NBC News  02/Apr/2015 09:45:05

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Shots ’like fireworks’

CNN  02/Apr/2015 10:25:02

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Sunnis and Shiites Join Forces to Retake Tikrit

Wall Street Journal  02/Apr/2015 10:35:08

Soccer: As Premier League giants square up, so much has changed after their dismal start to the season. Arsenal has won nine of its last 11 league games, while Liverpool has taken eight, says Joshua Robinson.

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College Carnage: 2 Dead, 30 Hurt, Hostages Seized in Kenya

NBC News  02/Apr/2015 10:40:29

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Indiana, Arkansas show corporate clout on social issues

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 10:40:32

«There's now an expectation from consumers that companies are going to act as citizens of the world in a different way," says a USC business professor. Indiana pizzeria owner: Gays are OK, but I won’t cater their weddings

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Gunmen take students hostage in Kenya university attack

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 10:55:07

At least four dead as suspected al-Shabaab militants stage dawn raid on hostels and open fire on students and security guards

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Despite 'significant progress,' Iran talks fall short

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 11:10:09

But as talks between Iran and six world powers enter their 8th straight day, Iran's foreign minister says the diplomats have narrowed their differences overnight. A statement could be released today. Indiana, Arkansas show corporate clout on social issues

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States’ Rights Measures Expose Split in G.O.P.’s RanksNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 11:35:03

State laws seen as discriminatory against gay couples have laid bare and intensified fissures between social conservatives and the pro-business wing of the Republican Party.

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Shots ’like fireworks’

CNN  02/Apr/2015 11:40:02

Al-Shabaab claims university attack

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Hostages seized

CNN  02/Apr/2015 11:45:02

Al-Shabaab claims university attack

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College Carnage: Dozens Shot, Hostages Seized in Kenya

NBC News  02/Apr/2015 11:45:07

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Al-Shabaab gunmen take hostages after deadly Kenya university attack

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 12:25:06

At least four dead as suspected al-Shabaab militants stage dawn raid on hostels and open fire on students and security guards

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KenyaGunmen take students hostage in university attack

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 12:30:07

At least four dead as suspected al-Shabaab militants stage dawn raid on hostels and open fire on students and security guards

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500 Unaccounted For After Dozens Shot at College in Kenya

NBC News  02/Apr/2015 12:45:09

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Despite 'significant progress,' Iran talks fall short

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 13:00:09

But as talks between Iran and six world powers enter their 8th straight day, Iran's foreign minister says the diplomats have narrowed their differences overnight. A statement could be released today. Jailbreak: Al Qaeda fighters free 200 prisoners in Yemen

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Hostages seized

CNN  02/Apr/2015 13:10:03

At least 15 dead as Al-Shabaab claims attack

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Sen. Menendez indicted in corruption case

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 13:25:26

Accused of improper use of his office to help a friend and donor, Sen. Robert Menendez said he was “angry and ready to fight” the charges.

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Hostages seized

CNN  02/Apr/2015 13:30:02

At least 15 dead in Al-Shabaab attack on university

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KenyaAl-Shabaab gunmen take hostages after university attack

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 13:30:10

Militants claim to be holding Christian hostages after dawn raid on hostels in which they opened fire on students and security guards, killing at least 15 people

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Europe Moves Toward Google Antitrust Case

Wall Street Journal  02/Apr/2015 13:30:11

Soccer: As Premier League giants square up, so much has changed after their dismal start to the season. Arsenal has won nine of its last 11 league games, while Liverpool has taken eight, says Joshua Robinson.

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Sunnis and Shiites Join Forces to Retake Tikrit

Wall Street Journal  02/Apr/2015 13:35:10

Soccer: As Premier League giants square up, so much has changed after their dismal start to the season. Arsenal has won nine of its last 11 league games, while Liverpool has taken eight, says Joshua Robinson.

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Despite 'significant progress,' Iran talks fall short

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 13:35:11

But as talks between Iran and six world powers enter their 8th straight day, Iran's foreign minister says the diplomats have narrowed their differences overnight. A statement could be released today. Gay porn star accused of blackmail, threatened wealthy man

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Europe Moves Toward Google Antitrust Case

Wall Street Journal  02/Apr/2015 13:40:08

Soccer: As Premier League giants square up, so much has changed after their dismal start to the season. Arsenal has won nine of its last 11 league games, while Liverpool has taken eight, says Joshua Robinson.

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Why Obama chose Iran talks to take a big risk

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 13:50:07

DEBRIEF | The president kept negotiations moving despite second-guessing from Democrats and foreign allies.

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Why Obama chose Iran talks to take a big risk

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 13:56:16

DEBRIEF | He kept negotiations moving despite second-guessing from Democrats and foreign allies.

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Silicon Valley flexes political muscle in new US culture war over anti-gay laws

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 13:56:17

Apple CEO Tim Cook set off an unprecedented backlash against ‘religious freedom’ laws this week, and showed why Republicans can no longer stay silent on civil rights

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Latest LAFD recruits: mostly white, mostly male

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 13:56:41

The 54 recruits include only two women. Racial minorities are better represented than in past years, but the new hiring and screening effort has fallen short of the diversity needed to reflect L.A. Despite ’significant progress,’ Iran talks fall short

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College Rampage: ’If You Were a Christian You Were Shot’

NBC News  02/Apr/2015 14:00:09

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Obama takes risky gamble with Iran talks

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 14:05:07

DEBRIEF | He kept negotiations moving despite second-guessing from Democrats and foreign allies.

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College Rampage: ’If You Were a Christian, You Were Shot’

NBC News  02/Apr/2015 14:10:06

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Rights Bills inStates ExposeSplit in Ranksof RepublicansNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 14:20:04

State laws seen as discriminatory against gay couples have laid bare and intensified fissures between social conservatives and the pro-business wing of the Republican Party.

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Gunmen Attack Kenya’s Garissa University

Wall Street Journal  02/Apr/2015 14:40:08

Soccer: As Premier League giants square up, so much has changed after their dismal start to the season. Arsenal has won nine of its last 11 league games, while Liverpool has taken eight, says Joshua Robinson.

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Latest LAFD recruits: mostly white, mostly male

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 15:30:09

The 54 recruits include only two women. Racial minorities are better represented than in past years, but the new hiring and screening effort has fallen short of the diversity needed to reflect L.A. Los Angeles motel fire kills 1, injures 11; some jump from windows to escape

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Obama takes risky gamble with Iran talks

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 15:35:08

He kept negotiations moving despite second-guessing from Democrats and foreign allies.

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Can Long Beach become 'the Silicon Valley of the south'?

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 15:40:11

As the city gropes afresh for its identity, the mayor of this blue-collar town argues for what seems an unlikely vision: Long Beach as high-tech hub, a world-class mecca of innovation. L.A. NowLiteracy gap between Latino and white children starts early

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Now Hot: Jack the Ripper’s Old Neighborhood

Wall Street Journal  02/Apr/2015 15:55:09

Spurred by soaring home prices in prime London, young professionals are buying in some of the capital’s grittiest—and notorious—neighborhoods.

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Indiana G.O.P.LawmakersSeek Changes toRights BillNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 16:25:05

Lawmakers announced plans to revise the measure billed as a religious freedom law, making it clear that it does not permit discrimination against gay people.

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Indiana amends religious freedom bill to put an end to discrimination

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 16:25:27

State legislature changes language in response to nationwide backlash, and says RFRA bill ‘cannot be used to discriminate against anyone’

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Hostages seized

CNN  02/Apr/2015 16:40:03

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Al-Shabab takes hostages in siege at Kenya college

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 16:45:06

Masked militants stormed dormitories at Garissa University College, shooting indiscriminately, killing at least 15 people and taking Christians hostage.

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Co-Pilot Had Researched Suicide and Cockpit DoorsNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 16:55:03

The information was discovered in the browser history on an iPad found by investigators searching the apartment of the co-pilot, Andreas Lubitz, in Düsseldorf.

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Schuller, who built Crystal Cathedral, dies at 88

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 16:55:09

The Rev. Robert H. Schuller, who built the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove as the embodiment of an upbeat, modern vision of Christianity, only to see his ministry shattered by family discord and financial ruin, has died. He was 88. Schuller: the Gospel of Success from the superstar of televangelism

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Schuller, who built Crystal Cathedral, dies at 88

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 17:00:13

Schuller built the Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove as the embodiment of an upbeat, modern vision of Christianity, only to see his ministry shattered by family discord and financial ruin. Schuller: the Gospel of Success from the superstar of televangelism

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Co-pilot probed suicide methods, cockpit security

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 17:10:08

Andreas Lubitz appears to have researched cockpit door security days before the plane crashed, German prosecutors said.

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Co-pilot studied suicide methods, cockpit security

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 17:15:07

Andreas Lubitz appears to have researched cockpit door security days before the plane crashed, German prosecutors said.

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Televangelist behind Crystal Cathedral dies

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 17:15:09

Schuller, 88, built his cathedral in Garden Grove as the embodiment of an upbeat, modern vision of Christianity, only to see his ministry shattered by family discord and financial ruin. From the archives: The Gospel of Success from the superstar of televangelism

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E.U. and Iranto Issue JointStatement onNuclear TalksNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 17:50:04

The statement was expected at around 1 p.m. Eastern, although it was unclear if tangible details would be released. Later, Iran’s foreign minister and Secretary of State John Kerry were to hold separate news conferences.

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Campus terror

CNN  02/Apr/2015 17:55:02

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E.U. and Iranto Issue JointStatement onNuclear TalksNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 18:00:04

The statement was expected at around 1 p.m. Eastern time, although it was unclear if tangible details would be released. Later, Iran’s foreign minister and Secretary of State John Kerry were to hold separate news conferences.

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70 Dead in al-Qaeda-Linked College Rampage in Kenya

NBC News  02/Apr/2015 18:15:21

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Televangelist behind Crystal Cathedral dies

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 18:15:24

Schuller, 88, built his cathedral in Garden Grove as the embodiment of an upbeat, modern vision of Christianity, only to see his ministry shattered by family discord and financial ruin. From the Archives: The time Muhammad Ali asked for Schuller’s autograph

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Campus massacre

CNN  02/Apr/2015 18:20:02

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Minister put a California twist on Christianity

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 18:30:08

The famed televangelist, who was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in 2013, died this morning at a nursing facility in Artesia. He was 88. Televangelist behind Crystal Cathedral dies

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Minister put a California twist on Christianity

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 18:35:09

The famed televangelist, who was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in 2013, died this morning at a nursing facility in Artesia. He was 88. Obituary: Televangelist who built Crystal Cathedral dies

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E.U. and Iranto Issue JointStatement onNuclear TalksNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 18:50:05

The statement was expected at around 1 p.m. Eastern, although it was unclear if tangible details would be released. Later, Iran’s foreign minister and Secretary of State John Kerry were to hold separate news conferences.

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LiveIran announcement expected as Zarif says breakthrough in talks

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 19:10:08

Follow live updates on the framework agreement expected to be announced on Iran’s nuclear programme at extended talks

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Deal in sight?

CNN  02/Apr/2015 19:20:01

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Diplomats in Iran talks signal ‘good news’

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 19:20:08

Iranian and Western negotiators signaled what they described as good news after an all-night session, followed by further talks a few hours later, in a last-ditch effort to get a preliminary agreement.

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Diplomats in Iran talks said to reach framework

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 19:30:08

Iranian and Western negotiators signaled what they described as good news after an all-night session, followed by further talks a few hours later, in a last-ditch effort to get a preliminary agreement.

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Minister put a California twist on Christianity

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 19:30:10

The famed televangelist, who was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in 2013, died this morning at a nursing facility in Artesia. He was 88. Obituary: Televangelist who built Crystal Cathedral dies

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E.U. and Iranto Issue JointStatement onNuclear TalksNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 19:35:03

The statement was expected shortly, although it was unclear if tangible details would be released. Later, Iran’s foreign minister and Secretary of State John Kerry were to hold separate news conferences.

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Minister put a California twist on Christianity

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 19:40:22

The famed televangelist, who was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in 2013, died this morning at a nursing facility in Artesia. He was 88. Obituary: Televangelist who built Crystal Cathedral dies

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LiveIran nuclear talks: ’framework’ deal agreed

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 19:55:09

Follow live updates on the framework agreement announced on Iran’s nuclear programme at extended talks

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Tentative deal

CNN  02/Apr/2015 20:00:05

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Breaking news’Framework’ deal reached at Iran nuclear talks

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 20:00:17

Follow live updates on the framework agreement announced on Iran’s nuclear programme at extended talks

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Framework on nuclear deal with Iran OKd

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 20:00:26

The preliminary accord sets the stage for another three months of diplomacy aimed at a forging an agreement to ease economic sanctions on Iran in exchange for limits on nuclear development. Public favors talks with Iran but wants Congress involved, polls find

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Nuclear breakthrough

CNN  02/Apr/2015 20:05:01

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Iran Agrees toNuclear Limits,But Key IssuesAre UnresolvedNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 20:05:04

Iran and European nations said they had reached a general understanding about next steps in limiting Tehran’s nuclear program, but officials said that some important issues need to be resolved before a final agreement in June.

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Framework on nuclear deal with Iran OKd

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 20:05:12

The preliminary accord sets the stage for another three months of diplomacy aimed at forging a final agreement. Public favors talks with Iran but wants Congress involved, polls find

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Sanctions to be lifted if Iran complies with new restrictions

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 20:15:08

Iran and world powers have agreed on parameters of Iranian nuclear deal to be reached by June 30. Officials say it would sharply limit Iranian nuclear activities and international sanctions would be lifted if Iran complies.

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Sanctions to be lifted if Iran abides by nuclear restrictions

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 20:20:07

Iran and world powers have agreed on parameters of a deal to be reached by June 30. Officials say it would sharply limit Iranian nuclear activities and sanctions would be lifted if Iran complies.

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Iran Agrees to Nuclear Limits, But Key Issues Are UnresolvedNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 20:30:03

Iran and European nations said they had reached a general understanding about next steps in limiting Tehran’s nuclear program, but officials said that some important issues need to be resolved before a final agreement in June.

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Sanctions would be lifted if Iran abides by limits

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 20:30:08

Iran and world powers have agreed on parameters of a deal to be reached by June 30. Officials say it would sharply limit Iranian nuclear activities and sanctions would be lifted if Iran complies.

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Live’Framework’ deal reached at Iran nuclear talks

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 20:30:09

Follow live updates on the framework agreement announced on Iran’s nuclear programme at extended talks

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147 Dead in al-Qaeda-Linked College Rampage in Kenya

NBC News  02/Apr/2015 20:35:09

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Framework on nuclear deal with Iran OKd

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 20:35:12

The preliminary accord sets the stage for another three months of diplomacy aimed at forging a final agreement. Iran Nuclear Talks

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Iran Agrees to Nuclear Limits, But Key Issues Are UnresolvedNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 20:45:04

Iran and European nations said they had reached a surprisingly specific and comprehensive understanding about limiting Iran’s nuclear program, but that some issues need to be resolved before a final agreement in June.

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147 Dead in al Qaeda-Linked College Rampage in Kenya

NBC News  02/Apr/2015 20:55:06

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’Our world safer’

CNN  02/Apr/2015 21:00:04

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Obama: Iran nuclear deal outline will make 'our world safer'

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 21:05:09

President Obama says a major breakthrough in the international talks concerning Iran's nuclear program will bring about a deal that will make the world safer. Iran Nuclear Talks

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Nuclear breakthrough

CNN  02/Apr/2015 21:10:02

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Obama: Iran breakthrough will make 'our world safer'

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 21:10:12

President Obama says a major breakthrough in the international talks concerning Iran's nuclear program will bring about a deal that will make the world safer. Iran Nuclear Talks

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Uncharted Territory for Iranian PoliticsNYT Now

New York Times  02/Apr/2015 21:15:04

Negotiators said they had reached a surprisingly specific and comprehensive understanding about limiting Iran’s nuclear program, but that some issues need to be resolved before a final agreement in June.

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High-Rise Race in India’s Boomtown

Wall Street Journal  02/Apr/2015 21:45:11

Central Mumbai has emerged as the epicenter of the city’s finance industry, attracting luxury high-rises.

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Down-to-Earth Homes

Wall Street Journal  02/Apr/2015 21:55:13

Rammed-earth homes—made of compressed soil, gravel and other natural materials—are both durable and energy efficient. Now, luxury homeowners are making aesthetic improvements to give walls color and sparkle.

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Al-Shabab attack kills 147 at Kenya university

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 22:25:08

Hundreds have been rescued, but more than 500 students, reportedly Christian, remain unaccounted for after militants stormed dormitories.

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Iran, West Reach Nuclear Framework

Wall Street Journal  02/Apr/2015 22:35:09

Iran and six world powers have agreed on parameters of a deal meant to block Tehran from developing nuclear weapons in exchange for the lifting of tough Western sanctions.

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Al-Shabab attack kills 147 at Kenya university

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 22:45:07

Hundreds have been rescued, but scores of students remain unaccounted for after militants stormed dormitories, apparently targeting Christians.

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LiveJohn Kerry on Iran nuclear talks: agreement is a ’solid foundation’

The Guardian  02/Apr/2015 22:50:09

Follow live updates on the framework agreement announced on Iran’s nuclear programme at extended talks

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Israeli leaders react to Iran nuclear deal with demands, warnings

Los Angeles Times  02/Apr/2015 22:50:11

Israeli leaders lash out with demands that the foreign powers negotiating the deal further roll back Tehran's programs and warnings of possible military strikes on Iran if they don't. Iran Nuclear Talks

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Bloodbath in college

CNN  02/Apr/2015 22:55:02

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Iran, West Reach Framework on Nuclear Agreement

Wall Street Journal  02/Apr/2015 22:55:10

Iran and six world powers have agreed on parameters of a deal meant to block Tehran from developing nuclear weapons in exchange for the lifting of tough Western sanctions.

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Al-Shabab attacks Kenya university, killing at least 147

Washingtonpost  02/Apr/2015 23:25:07

Hundreds have been rescued, but scores of students remain unaccounted for after militants stormed dormitories, apparently targeting Christians.

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