Japan Defense Report Warns of Chinese Military Buildup
Japan's fourth defense minister in the last year called China's increased activities in the Pacific Ocean an "international concern"
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Panetta: U.S. Military Action Possible Over Iran Nuclear Program
This one doesn't speak softly but shakes the stick a lot.
UK Judge Rules Baby Must Die
A one-year-old in a comatose state will be taken off of life support despite the parents wishes. Doctors said recovery was unrealistic and a judge agreed.
Let Them Eat Chicken: Ted Cruz Serves Chick Fil-A At Victory Party
Pic of Chick Fil-A pickings tweeted
Freedom Makes All the Difference
Mitt Romney's controversial comments about economic development overlooked a key variable.
Metro Atlanta Voters Say No To Transportation Tax
Voters rejected a 1 percent tax to fund a transportation project pushed by both parties and "business leaders," as the mayor of Atlanta vows to keep trying to convince them.
Cruz Scores Win for Tea Party
Texas Tea Party favorite Ted Cruz sewed up a big win over Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst in the GOP Senate primary
Twitter Encouraged Complaint Against Journalist
After first stripping and then restoring a journalist's account, Twitter admits it encouraged NBC to bring the complaint that started it all
Government Shutdown Averted?
Congressional leaders say they've hashed out a deal to keep the Leviathan going for another six months
Romney Maybe Not So Good With the Press
The candidate has demonstrated a special talent for saying the wrong thing to the press even when he's not ticking off journalists
No ID Required To Vote
You won't even need a note from your mother as one official in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, says he won't enforce the state law requiring identification
Hey Barry, Where's Your License To Kill?
Congress wants to know why the White house thinks the president has the legal authority to order the assassination of Americans overseas
Pot Shops Close After Federal Threats
Medical marijuana shops around Wenatchee, Washington, closed after the federal government sent letters threatening landlords with civil and criminal penalties
Judge Voids Virginia Restrictions on Signature Gatherers
It's unconstitutional to ban out-of-staters from gathering signatures on behalf of political candidates, says a federal judge
Cops Snatch Phone One Day After Ban on Snatching Phones
The day after Washington, D.C., police recognized the right of the public to record their activities, police confiscated a cell phone being used to film officers and returned it without its memory card
Military Exempted from Possible Pay Cuts
About $135 billion is requested in fiscal 2013 for military personnel accounts.
Obama Campaign Thinks Johnson Votes Will Help Re-election
Democrats believe third-party votes in swing states will give them majority.
Reid Claims Romney Paid No Taxes for Ten Years, But Won't Reveal Source
Huffington Post prints accusation without any verification anyway.
Everyone Freaks Out About Two New Climate Change Studies
New reports on global temperature trends cause a predictable media uproar
Justice Dept. Responds, Says "Fast and Furious" Report Distorted
Department says investigation ignores that policies were developed by Bush administration.
"Fast and Furious" Report Lays Blame on Five Officials, Poor Leadership
"From the outset, the case was marred by missteps, poor judgments, and an inherently reckless strategy," the report states.
Black Pastors Group Attacks Obama on Gay Marriage
"I am ashamed that the first black president chose this road, a disgraceful road," said Rev. William Owens
4 Shameful Moments in Olympics History
From Berlin to Munich and beyond, terror and tragedy at the Summer Games.
Post Office About to Default
Bill due Wednesday for $5.5 billion to prepay retirement benefits.
Tragic News: Washington Will Not Be Shutting Down
Boehner, Reid reach agreement to fund six more months of federal spending
Ohio Commissioner Gets 28-Year Term for Corruption
Las Vegas trips, condo use among bribes former Cleveland Democratic Party chairman took.
San Antonio Mayor to Give Keynote at Dems Convention
Julian Castro will be the first Latino to give the speech.
Chicago Church Leaders Slam Rahm Over Chick Fil-A Beef
Chicago mayor gets some blowback from his pandering
Only 14 Percent of Parents Say Things Will Be Better For Their Children
A lower percentage than was found in similar polls during the Great Depression.
Regulator Bans Fannie, Freddie From Reducing Principals
The FHFA resists the Obama Administration's attempt to further distort the housing market.
Europe Pressuring Rwanda to Stop Backing Congo Rebels
European countries cutting aid to Rwanda until support for rebels stops
Ahmadinejad Mocks Romney Over Israel Trip
Iran's president tries to take advantage of Romney's visit to the region
Leon Panetta Convinced Morsi a President "of all" Egyptians
On a tour of the Mideast, Leon Panetta stopped in Cairo
1 in 3 Democrats Don't Back Same Sex Marriage
Newest platform for DNC has support of 2 out of 3 Democrats.
Obama Finally Donates to His Own Campaign
Hat in hand for months, the president finally donates to his own campaign
Deal Between Pokerstars and Prosecutors May Mean Customer Reimbursements
The company is paying the federal government a settlement it says will be used to pay back former U.S. customers.
John McCain Plays Up Kelly Ayotte on the Campaign Trail
The former presidential candidate suggests Ayotte would make a great vice president
Revolutionary War Museum Planned in Philadelphia
There is no museum in the U.S. currently dedicated primarily to the American Revolutionary War.
Obama's Adventures in Africa
Four years ago, few would have predicted that one of President Obama's legacies would be increased militarization of U.S. policy toward Africa.
Mitt Romney: Vladimir Putin Turning Back Clock on Progress
Uses Poland as an example of benefits of freedom
Iraq War "Great" Decision, if Not "Greatest" of 21st Century
Rumsfeld's former intel chief credits the Iraq War for the Arab Spring
