The headline news from January 30, 2015

The archive of all headlines from January 30, 2015, organized by time of publication.

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Newborns in debris

CNN  30/Jan/2015 00:05:02

Blast levels hospital but babies pulled out alive

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Obama to seek 7% increase over sequester levels

Washingtonpost  30/Jan/2015 00:10:06

The president’s budget proposal will be the opening salvo in an annual battle that epitomizes dysfunction and poor relations between Congress and the White House.

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Here’s Where the Public Disagrees With Scientists

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 00:20:07

Science News

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Secret Service’s No. 2 seen as barrier to reform

Washingtonpost  30/Jan/2015 01:40:06

Two weeks after the Secret Service forced out four top officials, lawmakers ask whether the agency should have ousted one more — its deputy director.

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Mayor faults LAPD over meeting featuring ex-Mexican Mafia member

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 01:55:10

The remarks comes as others also question Wednesday's event, which featured a former shot caller for the Mexican Mafia prison gang, a group of business leaders and local law enforcement officials. Rod McKuen, prolific songwriter and poet, dies at 81

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Mayor faults LAPD over meeting featuring ex-Mexican Mafia member

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 02:00:11

The remarks come as others also question Wednesday's event, which featured a former shot caller for the Mexican Mafia prison gang, a group of business leaders and local law enforcement officials. Rod McKuen, prolific songwriter and poet, dies at 81

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Mayor faults LAPD over meeting featuring ex-Mexican Mafia member

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 02:40:11

The remarks come as others also question Wednesday's event, which featured a former shot caller for the Mexican Mafia prison gang, a group of business leaders and local law enforcement officials. Suge Knight possibly involved in fatal hit-and-run in Compton, reports say

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Mayor faults LAPD over meeting featuring ex-Mexican Mafia member

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 03:10:09

The remarks come as others also question Wednesday's event, which featured a former shot caller for the Mexican Mafia prison gang, a group of business leaders and local law enforcement officials. Suge Knight involved in fatal hit-and-run in Compton, reports say

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Mayor faults LAPD over meeting featuring ex-Mexican Mafia member

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 03:20:08

The remarks come as others also question Wednesday's event, which featured a former shot caller for the Mexican Mafia prison gang, a group of business leaders and local law enforcement officials. Two killed, three injured in street race in Wilmington

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Mayor faults LAPD over meeting featuring ex-Mexican Mafia member

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 03:40:10

The remarks come as others also question Wednesday's event, which featured a former shot caller for the Mexican Mafia prison gang, a group of business leaders and local law enforcement officials. Computer equipment, phones seized from home of former PUC chief Michael Peevey

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ISIS deadline passes

CNN  30/Jan/2015 03:45:03

Fate of hostages up in air

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Chief Beck admits 'mistakes' in event featuring ex-Mexican Mafia member

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 04:40:08

Mayor Garcetti criticized Wednesday's meeting of a former shot caller for the prison gang, a group of business leaders and local law enforcement officials. Computer equipment, phones seized from home of former PUC chief Michael Peevey

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Chief Beck admits 'mistakes' in event featuring ex-Mexican Mafia member

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 04:50:09

Mayor Garcetti criticized Wednesday's meeting of a former shot caller for the prison gang, a group of business leaders and local law enforcement officials. Scientists see shrinking California snowpack as a harbinger

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Suge Knight suspected of killing one, injuring another with his truck

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 05:30:08

Sheriff's detectives say the music mogul had an argument with the victims on a film set in Compton. Witnesses said the truck hit the men, then backed over them. Scientists see shrinking California snowpack as a harbinger

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Suge Knight suspected of killing one, injuring another with his truck

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 05:40:08

Sheriff's detectives say the music mogul had an argument with the victims on a film set in Compton. Witnesses say the truck hit the men, then backed over them. Second attacker in Bryan Stow beating pleads guilty to weapons charge

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 05:45:07

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Suge Knight suspected of running down two men after argument, killing one

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 06:05:08

Sheriff's detectives say the music mogul had an argument with the victims on a film set in Compton. Witnesses say the truck hit the men, then backed over them. Second attacker in Bryan Stow beating pleads guilty to weapons charge

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No answers on hostages

CNN  30/Jan/2015 06:20:06

Fate of hostages up in air as deadline passes

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Suge Knight suspected of running down two men after argument, killing one

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 06:35:09

Sheriff's detectives say the music mogul had an argument with the victims on a film set in Compton. Witnesses say the truck hit the men, then backed over them. California Supreme Court sex-crime ruling criticized as unfair to gays

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Suge Knight suspected of running down two men after argument, killing one

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 07:10:08

Sheriff's detectives say the music mogul had an argument with the victims on a film set in Compton. Witnesses say the truck hit the men, then backed over them. NASA moves Vandenberg satellite launch to Saturday

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Deadly attacks hit Egypt’s Sinai

BBC  30/Jan/2015 08:00:04

At least 26 people, mostly soldiers, are killed in a series of attacks by Islamist militants in Egypt’s Sinai peninsula.

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Final hope?

CNN  30/Jan/2015 08:30:03

Legal lifeline for Australians on death row

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Baby pulled from rubble

CNN  30/Jan/2015 09:35:02

Mexico: Officer saves newborn after hospital blast

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SA apartheid assassin given parole

BBC  30/Jan/2015 10:20:02

South African apartheid-era death squad commander Eugene de Kock is granted parole after 20 years in jail for killing activists.

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Suge Knight suspected of running down two men after argument, killing one

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 10:30:09

Sheriff's detectives say the music mogul had an argument with the victims on a film set in Compton. Witnesses say the truck hit the men, then backed over them. Militant attacks kill at least 20 people in Egypt’s Sinai

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ISIS launches attack

CNN  30/Jan/2015 10:40:02

Terror group hits oil-rich Kurdish city

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SA apartheid assassin given parole

BBC  30/Jan/2015 11:00:06

South African apartheid-era death squad commander Eugene de Kock, nicknamed «Prime Evil», is granted parole after 20 years for killing activists.

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Medicare Bills Surge for Stents to Clear Blood Vessels in LimbsNYT Now

New York Times  30/Jan/2015 11:05:05

Some cardiologists are reaping huge reimbursements for operating to relieve blockages in peripheral veins and arteries, a treatment many may not need.

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 11:20:07

Marshall Islands Castaway

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 11:25:07

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 11:30:11

Marshall Islands Castaway

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Chief Beck admits 'mistakes' in event featuring ex-Mexican Mafia member

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 11:30:17

Mayor Garcetti criticized Wednesday's meeting of a former shot caller for the prison gang, a group of business leaders and local law enforcement officials. Militant attacks kill at least 20 people in Egypt’s Sinai

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Scientists see shrinking California snowpack as a harbinger

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 11:35:08

As climate warms in coming decades, the state's mountain snowpack could shrink by a third. By the end of the century, more than half of what functions as a huge natural reservoir could disappear. Militant attacks kill at least 20 people in Egypt’s Sinai

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 11:40:06

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 11:50:07

Marshall Islands Castaway

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 11:55:06

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 12:15:06

Marshall Islands Castaway

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 12:20:06

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 12:25:07

Marshall Islands Castaway

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 12:45:06

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 12:50:06

Marshall Islands Castaway

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 12:55:07

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 13:00:08

Marshall Islands Castaway

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Suge Knight arrested on suspicion of murder

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 13:05:08

Knight allegedly ran over two men in his truck following an argument on a film set in Compton, a source close to the investigation confirms. Militant attacks kill at least 20 people in Egypt’s Sinai

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 13:10:06

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Suge Knight arrested on suspicion of murder

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 13:10:08

Knight allegedly ran over two men in his truck following an argument on a film set in Compton, a source close to the investigation confirms. Indian premier finds a partnership with U.S. suits him

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 13:15:06

Marshall Islands Castaway

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In China, the Great Firewall Gets Taller

Wall Street Journal  30/Jan/2015 13:15:08

China’s government has unveiled a smarter and stricter Internet filter, riling web users and widening the divide between China’s Internet and the World Wide Web.

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 13:20:06

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Suge Knight turns himself in after LA hit-and-run death

The Guardian  30/Jan/2015 13:20:07

Rap mogul attends West Hollywood police station after running down two men, killing one, according to sheriff’s department

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 13:30:08

Marshall Islands Castaway

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Russian Coffers, and Sway, Fall Along With Gas Prices

Wall Street Journal  30/Jan/2015 13:30:12

Brussels Beat: Further losses in Russia’s pricing power and market share in Europe appear inevitable, says Stephen Fidler.

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Why Russia’s Grip on Europe’s Gas Markets Is Weakening

Wall Street Journal  30/Jan/2015 13:40:08

Brussels Beat: Further losses in Russia’s pricing power and market share in Europe appear inevitable, says Stephen Fidler.

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 13:45:06

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

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Marshall Islands Castaway

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Mitt Romney to declare presidential run – or not – on Friday

The Guardian  30/Jan/2015 13:50:08

The 2012 Republican presidential nominee says he will give supporters an ‘update’ on his potential 2016 plans in a conference call on Friday

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Mitt Romney expected to declare presidential run – or not – on Friday

The Guardian  30/Jan/2015 13:55:07

The 2012 Republican presidential nominee says he will give supporters an ‘update’ on his potential 2016 plans in a conference call on Friday

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Suge Knight arrested on suspicion of murder; bail set at $2 million

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 14:05:09

Knight allegedly ran over two men with his truck following an argument on a film set in Compton, a source close to the investigation confirms. Beijing seeks to contain its population, and with it, problems

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 14:45:07

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 14:55:07

Marshall Islands Castaway

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Suge Knight arrested on suspicion of murder; bail set at $2 million

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 14:55:09

Knight allegedly ran over two men with his truck following an argument on a film set in Compton, a source close to the investigation confirms. Indian premier finds a partnership with U.S. suits him

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 15:00:07

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Poll Finds MostAmericansFavor Action onClimate ChangeNYT Now

New York Times  30/Jan/2015 15:10:03

An overwhelming majority, including nearly half of Republicans, back government steps to curb global warming, according to a poll conducted by The Times and others.

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 15:35:06

Marshall Islands Castaway

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Syria ‘We are so proud’ – the women who died defending Kobani against Isis

The Guardian  30/Jan/2015 15:35:07

This week Kurdish forces took full control of Kobani, a Syrian town near the Turkish border, after months of bombardment by Islamic State

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 15:40:07

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Suge Knight arrested on suspicion of murder; bail set at $2 million

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 15:40:09

Knight allegedly ran over two men with his truck following an argument on a film set in Compton, a source close to the investigation confirms. Economic growth slows sharply in 4th quarter to 2.6% annual rate

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Most of Publicand Nearly Halfin G.O.P. BackClimate ActionNYT Now

New York Times  30/Jan/2015 15:45:04

A majority of Americans, including half of Republicans, say they would be more likely to vote for a presidential candidate who supports fighting climate change, according to a poll.

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 15:45:09

Marshall Islands Castaway

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Buzz Kill: Three Daily Alcohol Drinks May Boost Stroke Risk

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 15:50:07

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Castaway Who Spent Year Lost At Sea Sued for $1M

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Marshall Islands Castaway

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Most of Publicand Nearly Halfin G.O.P. BackClimate ActionNYT Now

New York Times  30/Jan/2015 16:05:04

In a nationwide poll, two-thirds of all those surveyed and 48 percent of Republicans said they would be more likely to vote for a presidential candidate who supports fighting climate change.

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Suge Knight arrested on suspicion of murder; bail set at $2 million

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 16:05:09

Knight allegedly ran over two men with his truck following an argument on a film set in Compton, a source close to the investigation confirms. Mattel fourth-quarter profit falls as Barbie sales drop again

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Mitt Romney expected to declare presidential run on Friday

The Guardian  30/Jan/2015 16:10:07

The 2012 Republican presidential nominee says he will give supporters an ‘update’ on his presidential plans in a conference call on Friday

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SA apartheid assassin given parole

BBC  30/Jan/2015 16:15:03

South African apartheid-era death squad commander Eugene de Kock, nicknamed «Prime Evil», gets parole after 20 years for killing activists.

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Suge Knight arrested on suspicion of murder; bail set at $2 million

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 16:35:08

Knight allegedly ran over two men with his truck following an argument on a film set in Compton, a source close to the investigation confirms. Wilmington crash victims identified as siblings, Banning High students

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Suge Knight arrested on suspicion of murder; bail set at $2 million

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 16:45:08

Knight allegedly ran over two men with his truck following an argument on a film set in Compton, a source close to the investigation confirms. 2 killed in Wilmington crash were siblings, Banning High students

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Mitt Romney expected to declare presidential run on Friday

The Guardian  30/Jan/2015 17:00:08

The 2012 Republican presidential nominee says gave supporters an ‘update’ on his presidential plans in a conference call on Friday

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Romney RulesOut AnotherCampaign forWhite HouseNYT Now

New York Times  30/Jan/2015 17:05:04

By not pursuing a third presidential bid, Mitt Romney frees up scores of donors and operatives who had been awaiting his decision, and creates space for center-right hopefuls such as Jeb Bush.

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Mitt Romney tells supporters he will not run for president in 2016

The Guardian  30/Jan/2015 17:05:08

Former presidential nominee will not make a third run at the White House, putting an end to weeks of speculation that he would campaign again

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Sitting It Out: Mitt Romney Says He’s Not Running In 2016

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 17:10:07

First Read

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Washingtonpost  30/Jan/2015 17:20:07

Mitt Romney told supporters Friday that he would not run for president in 2016, ending three weeks of public speculation and sparing the Republican Party a potentially bruising nominating battle for establishment donors and supporters.

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Ukraine fighting escalates

CNN  30/Jan/2015 17:30:02

Bodies litter streets of Donetsk

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Mitt Romney tells supporters he will not run for president in 2016

The Guardian  30/Jan/2015 17:35:08

Former presidential nominee will not make a third run at the White House, putting an end to weeks of speculation

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'Suge' Knight accused of murder; lawyer says he was fleeing for his life

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 17:35:11

The rap mogul's attorney says attackers were 'attempting to drag (Knight) outside of the vehicle when he made an effort to escape … in fear for his life.' 2 killed in Wilmington crash were siblings, Banning High students

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'Suge' Knight accused of murder; lawyer says he was fleeing for his life

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 18:25:42

The rap mogul's attorney says attackers were 'attempting to drag (Knight) outside of the vehicle when he made an effort to escape … in fear for his life.' Pediatric nurse pleads guilty to molesting 2 infant foster children

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Greece shuns debt talks with troika

BBC  30/Jan/2015 18:35:03

Greece’s new finance minister snubs his main eurozone counterpart, saying Athens will not negotiate over debts with the EU-IMF troika.

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'Suge' Knight unaware he had run over man, lawyer says

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 19:05:08

Terry Carter, the man Knight ran over and killed, was a friend who had been trying to break up a fight between the former rap mogul and others, the lawyer says. Pediatric nurse pleads guilty to molesting 2 infant foster children

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Romney decision clears path for next stage of Bush presidential empire

The Guardian  30/Jan/2015 19:20:08

Mitt Romney’s announcement that he would not make a third run at the White House could end up being a boost for Jeb Bush’s fledgling presidential hopes

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NFL Commissioner Goodell Speaks Ahead of the Super Bowl

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 19:25:07

Super Bowl XLIX

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Romney won’t run in 2016, ends speculation

Washingtonpost  30/Jan/2015 19:35:09

Mitt Romney told supporters in a conference call that he would not run for president a third time, saying the bid would have been a “difficult test and a hard fight.”

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'Suge' Knight unaware he had run over man, lawyer says

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 19:40:09

Terry Carter, the man Knight ran over and killed, was a friend who had been trying to break up a fight between the former rap mogul and others, the lawyer says. In Jordan and Japan, an anxious wait for word on Islamic State hostages

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Goodell: Deflate-Gate Probe Will Be ’Thorough and Objective’

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 19:45:07

Super Bowl XLIX

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’Tough Year’: NFL Commissioner Reflects on Rocky Season

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 20:05:06

Super Bowl XLIX

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Romney rules out 2016 bid, ending speculation

Washingtonpost  30/Jan/2015 20:20:07

The Republican told supporters in a call that he would not run for president a third time, saying the campaign would have been a “difficult test and a hard fight.”

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'Suge' Knight unaware he had run over man, lawyer says

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 20:20:10

Terry Carter, the man Knight ran over and killed, was a friend who had been trying to break up a fight between the former rap mogul and others, the lawyer says. Suge Knight: Timeline of shootings, fights

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Espírito Santo’s U.K. Investment Bank Plans Hiring Spree

Wall Street Journal  30/Jan/2015 21:00:08

The London investment banking arm of Banco Espirito Santo SA, the failed Portuguese lender, is planning a hiring drive ahead of its sale to a Chinese buyer.

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How the NWS Cost the East Coast Millions

NBC News  30/Jan/2015 21:05:07

Blizzard ’15

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Must stop Jeb Romney prepares to make peace with Christie

The Guardian  30/Jan/2015 22:30:08

Failed 2012 candidate Romney said to personally like Jeb – and has signalled that he may yet back Christie for 2016, because ‘a Bush can’t beat a Clinton’

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Cellphone records will back 'Suge' Knight's story, lawyer says

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 22:30:10

The man whom Knight is accused of running over called the former rap mogul and asked him to come by a Compton burger restaurant for a meeting, Knight's attorney says. Suge Knight: Timeline of shootings, fights

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Ukraine fighting escalates

CNN  30/Jan/2015 22:35:01

Bodies litter streets at food aid site

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Must stop Jeb Romney prepares to make peace with Christie

The Guardian  30/Jan/2015 22:35:10

Failed 2012 candidate Romney said to personally dislike Jeb – and has signalled that he may yet back Christie for 2016, because ‘a Bush can’t beat a Clinton’

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Cellphone records will back 'Suge' Knight's story, lawyer says

Los Angeles Times  30/Jan/2015 23:00:09

The man whom Knight is accused of running over called the former rap mogul and asked him to come by a Compton burger restaurant for a meeting, Knight's attorney says. Islamic State attacks Iraq’s oil-rich northern city of Kirkuk

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Will Putin Bail Out Greece?

Wall Street Journal  30/Jan/2015 23:15:07

Stephen Sestanovich: Strategic cooperation between Moscow and Athens comes down to the money.

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