The Pakistani government and military vowed a stepped up campaign aimed at rooting out militant strongholds in the country’s tribal regions along the border with Afghanistan.
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‘Clifford’ creator Norman Bridwell dies at 86
The Martha’s Vineyard resident wrote and illustrated more than 40 children’s books.
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Posted inHealth, Nation & World, Politics
Obamacare sign-ups surge before deadline
More than a million people pick plans on the HealthCare.gov website in the final week for Jan. 1 coverage.
Posted inNation & World
Congress extends temporary tax breaks
But the last-minute bill will keep them only for two weeks, until the end of the year.
Posted inNation & World
N. Korea requests U.N. probe of ‘CIA torture crimes’
In an apparent effort to deflect attention from its own human rights abuses, it joins other nations in criticizing the CIA.
Posted inBusiness
Super shrink it: McDonalds limits Japanese customers to small fries
The restaurant chain is dealing with a potato shortage caused by labor disputes in the U.S.
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Southwest workers picket as they seek new contract
Baggage handlers say the company has strayed from its philosophy, which is causing flight delays.
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Apple halts online sales in Russia over currency’s decline
The ruble has fallen more than 60 percent since January.
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Chrysler changes corporate name
The Chrysler Group is now history as the company integrates with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles.
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Researchers find TV shoppers going big
But retailers are shifting away from 3-D TVs and showcasing new high definition technology.