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Gubernatorial-hopeful, Rep. Nikki Haley responds to Sanford’s press conference

Representative Nikki Haley (R-Lexington) released the following statement regarding Governor Sanford’s press conference: “While Governor Sanford and I have long shared a political philosophy, today’s revelations go well beyond politics.  This is a tragic situation for the Sanford family and for our state.  My prayers are with the Sanfords, and in particular [...]

‘Shot Girl’ In Video Named On Mousavi Site

This is allegedly the passport photo of Iranian woman Neda Agha Soltan
The image of a woman apparently shot in Iran’s street protests has become the global symbol of a movement despite question marks over her true identity.
Graphic footage seemingly showing the death of the student, named as Neda, has received worldwide attention online.
The Facebook page [...]

N. Korean Leader Sends His Condolences After Suicide

SEOUL — The North Korean leader Kim Jong-il on Monday sent a message of condolence over the suicide of former President Roh Moo-hyun of South Korea, whose summit agreements with him have unraveled under Mr. Roh’s conservative successor.
In his message addressed to Mr. Roh’s family, Mr. Kim expressed “profound condolences to widow Kwon Ryang-suk and [...]

Obama ASU Speech

With rights to six tickets and no desire to see President Barack Obama address Arizona State University’s commencement, Mike Rogers’ business schooling kicked in: He posted his tickets on Craigslist and planned to sell them to the highest bidder."There’s a high demand for these tickets," said Rogers, who is completing a degree in management. [...]