U.S. to 'rain mice' on tree snakes

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Detained immigrants cut loose

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Journalist: Threat was very clear

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Pope: At times 'Lord seemed to sleep'

STORY HIGHLIGHTSBenedict XVI says there were "times when the Lord seemed to sleep" in past 8 yearsBenedict: The Roman Catholic Church has been through stormy waters, but God won't let it sink"I really felt all the support and all the love, the prayers," says a priest in the crowdHe is to leave office at 8 p.m. Thursday for a life of seclusion and prayerRome (CNN) -- In front of rapt crowds, Pope Benedict...

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Could your child be a bully?

Boys and girls use physical violence to exert their power, researchers say. STORY HIGHLIGHTSA sociologist describes bullying in schools as "social combat"Students are fighting to improve their social status through violence or rumorsBullies are often bullied themselves as they fight to the top, experts sayEditor's note: Don't miss the premiere of "The Bully Effect" on "AC360" at 10 p.m. ET Thursday,...

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Weatherman blacks out on live TV

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Pistorius' brother faces homicide charge

By Holly Yan and Nkepile Mabuse, CNNupdated 11:25 AM EST, Sun February 24, 2013STORY HIGHLIGHTSA Pistorius family attorney confirms that Carl Pistorius is charged with culpable homicide Prosecutors blame Carl Pistorius for the death of a motorcyclist in 2010His attorney says the motorcyclist crashed into Carl Pistorius' vehicleCarl Pistorius' trial was rescheduled so he could support his brotherJohannesburg...

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Vatican denies rumors as pope prepares to step down

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Peterson sentenced for killing ex-wife

STORY HIGHLIGHTSNEW: Drew Peterson's lawyer says his client feels the system he served failed himNEW: Kathleen Savio's kin say he "battered her to the very end," is "going to hell" The Chicago-area police sergeant was convicted of murdering his third wifeHe is sentenced to 38 years in prison and will get credit for nearly 4 years served(CNN) -- After years policing Illinois streets for criminals,...

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Pentagon: Furloughs for workers

STORY HIGHLIGHTSA day of forced leave per week would start in April if spending cuts go into effectUnder the plan, the furloughs would last 22 weeksThe across-the-board federal spending cuts are due to start March 1NEW: Federal workers face painful decisions, says one union representativeWashington (CNN) -- Nearly 800,000 civilian workers would be forced to take one day of leave per week without pay...

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Pistorius case: What happened in that bathroom

STORY HIGHLIGHTSNEW: Hearing ends with no decision on bail for Oscar Pistorius, final arguments ThursdayPolice said Pistorius had testosterone in his home, but defense says it's a legal herbal medicineInvestigators say they believe the track star is violentProsecutors call Pistorius a flight risk Pretoria, South Africa (CNN) -- Sounds of arguing for an hour before the shooting. Blood stains on a cell...

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Oscar Pistorius tells his side

STORY HIGHLIGHTSOscar Pistorius paints a detailed picture of his version of his girlfriend's death"I had no intention to kill my girlfriend," he says in the statement"We were deeply in love and couldn't be happier," he saidProsecutors dispute Pistorius' version, say he meant to kill herPretoria, South Africa (CNN) -- It was the middle of the night, Oscar Pistorius says, and he thought an intruder...

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Pistorius' girlfriend was alive after shooting, official says

STORY HIGHLIGHTSNEW: Detectives are examining role of a blood-stained cricket bat, newspaper reportsRunner Oscar Pistorius has been charged with murder in model Reeva Steenkamp's deathSteenkamp was still alive when Pistorius carried her downstairs, an official saysPretoria, South Africa (CNN) -- Model Reeva Steenkamp was shot four times through the bathroom door at the home of Olympian Oscar Pistorius,...

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Panic, then composure as Bounty sank

Sinking of the HMS BountyCapt. Robin WalbridgeClaudene ChristianSTORY HIGHLIGHTSThird mate: Crew remained calm after Sandy tossed them into the Atlantic Coast Guard hearings look for possible negligence Before leaving port, captain gave crew option to go home Shipyard representative says Bounty had rotted frame Portsmouth, Virginia (CNN) -- Floating in a life raft with Hurricane Sandy raging around...

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