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Military Trial Has Iraqis Fuming

The military trial of Staff Sgt. Frank Wuterich for killing 24 civilians in Haditha in Iraq concluded with a demotion. The case highlights the competing claims for justice between the US military and the Iraqi public. The US pulled out of Iraq after that country's leadership failed to allow the US immunity from prosecution of its soldiers. Many Iraqis see the light sentence as a slap in the face to their country and cause for belief that justice will never be served by the US.

The Fed believes the economic slowdown will continue at least another 18 months and keeps rates low. Gingrich and Romney in a dead heat in Florida with a few more days to go to the primary. New college ranking looks at "Sugar Babies" which are people who have patrons sending them thru school. Apparently USF ranks high on this list. Gabrielle Giffords casts her last vote in the House and retires.

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U.S. Commandos Free 2 Hostages From Somali Pirates

In Brazil, Protection of Amazon Rainforest Takes a Step Back

Section B: National News

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U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Decline Despite Political Gridlock

With Age, Men May Lose Thinking Ability Faster Than Women

At The Louvre, A Rare Showcase For American Art

Fed expects to keep interest rates near zero

The Leap Second Gains a 3-Year Reprieve

Vital Signs: Accident Risk Seen for Pedestrians Wearing Headphones

Politics of Romney's tithing: generous philanthropy or dogmatic Mormonism?

Gabrielle Giffords resigns today with standing ovation

Massive Solar Storm Causes Planes To Be Rerouted

Muslim men convicted of advocating death for gays

Section C: State News

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Poll: Gingrich, Romney in dead heat in Florida GOP primary

Private-prisons bill advances in Florida Senate

Florida weighs whether to tax Amazon or cut a deal

GOP hopefuls in Florida blast President Obama's speech

Florida bill would make doctors, health centers post prices

House proposes 8% tuition hike for Florida universities

Capitol Buzz: Lawmakers to debate abortion

Florida House proposes cuts in health care for poor

Ethics bill would end special deals for lawmakers - Orlando Sentinel

Ethics bill would end special deals for lawmakers

Section D: Local News

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Businesses hunt for Gasparilla treasure

Dogs may soon be allowed at Clearwater restaurants

USF can add another feather to its hat: top Florida school for "sugar babies"

USF Poly reorganization saves $1 million

St. Pete Chamber rises from grave after tough year

Tampa will try again for federal grant to finish Riverwalk

Hillsborough School Board names new principals, promotes Freedom principal

Pinellas Park council votes to restore fluoride to drinking water

Hillsborough superintendent defends Muslim leader's school visit

Forums set to discuss Pasco's four-day school week plan

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