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- Police: Sons struck with hatchet before fatal blaze
Two boys killed with their father in an apparent murder-suicide suffered hatchet wounds before a fire in their Washington state home, police say.
- Greek unions set to strike
Greek union members are expected to go on a daylong strike Tuesday to protest new austerity measures sought by foreign lenders as the country negotiates to keep its finances afloat.
- Maldives leader quits after police revolt
President Mohamed Nasheed of the Maldives resigned Tuesday after members of the nation's police force revolted against his government.
- Cuba TV airs Castro book-release party
Former Cuban President Fidel Castro once again dominated his country's airwaves Monday during the televised presentation of an event for his new memoir, "Fidel Castro: Guerrilla of Time."
- 3 states hold primaries today
Seventy delegates and a whole lot of momentum: That's what's at stake Tuesday when three states hold contests in the race for the Republican presidential nomination.
- L.A. school replaces staff after abuse
Students at Miramonte Elementary School will return to class later this week to a new staff because administrators do not want any more "surprises" at the Los Angeles school that is at the center of two child abuse cases.
- Lawyer: Pardoned killer to skip hearing
An attorney for a convicted murderer pardoned by Mississippi's outgoing governor says his client will not attend a hearing on the constitutionality of his and 200 other pardons.
- Appeals court to rule on Proposition 8
A three-judge pannel with the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is expected to rule Tuesday on whether California's same-sex marriage ban violates the Constitution.
- Massacre suspect: I deserve a medal
A court in Norway concluded that the man charged with killing 77 people last year can be kept in custody until his trial.
- Two-vehicle collision in Ontario kills 11
Eleven people were killed and three were injured Monday after a tractor-trailer slammed into a passenger van northeast of Stratford, Ontario, according to Inspector Steve Porter with the Perth County, Ontario, Provincial Police.
Health
Entertainment
- Obscenity punctuates halftime show
Ahead of her Super Bowl halftime show, singer Madonna promise there would be no "wardrobe malfunction." What she didn't guarantee was no obscene gestures.
- 'Chronicle' wins box office
"Chronicle" sacked "The Woman in Black" at the box office on Super Bowl weekend, but both modestly-budgeted films exceeded industry expectations and brought in strong grosses for their respective studios.
- 'Wild Orchid' director Zalman King dies at 70
Zalman King, a one-time actor who went on to produce and direct numerous films including "Wild Orchid," died Friday after a lengthy battle with cancer, his son-in-law said.
- Chuck Norris endorses Newt Gingrich
Chuck Norris doesn't endorse presidential candidates -- he anoints political saviors.
Travel
- How to score the best hotel rooms
When it comes to hotel rooms, the definition of "best" is in the mind of the key holder. Here's how to be sure that you're getting the best possible room to suit your needs.
- Nearly 500 cruisers stricken by Norovirus
Nearly 500 cases of Norovirus have been reported on two Florida-based Princess Cruises ships, the cruise line said Sunday.
- Heathrow cancels flights as snow blankets London
Heathrow Airport, one of the world's busiest international airports, canceled about three out of 10 flights Sunday as several inches of snow fell on London overnight.
- Air marshal report paints unflattering picture
A long-awaited report on alleged misconduct within the Federal Air Marshal Service concludes that while supervisors do not engage in "widespread" discrimination and retaliation against rank-and-file air marshals, the agency is far from trouble-free.
- Bali beyond sun, sand and sex
Bali may have its share of tourists seeking nothing more than sun and sex in the party triad of Kuta, Legian and Seminyak, but this only forms a small part of what's on offer.
- Spirit Airlines adding 'unintended consequences fee'
Spirit Airlines says a new federal regulation aimed at protecting consumers is forcing it to charge passengers an additional $2 for a ticket.
- French Polynesia minus the second mortgage
Despite a reputation for opulence and exclusivity, it's perfectly possible to visit these dreamy islands without taking out a second mortgage.
- 'Downton Abbey' tourism buzz
Lots of sexy, glamorous and irresistible characters make their way through "Downton Abbey." But to many fans, the castle is the biggest star.
- Where to get married like a star
The approach of Valentine's Day may bring thoughts of love, perhaps even marriage. Here's where to get married like a star.
- Paradise in the Virgin Islands
The British and U.S. Virgin Islands offer crystal blue waters and beautifully serene escapes. iReporters shared their photos with us.
Headlines last updated on Feb 07, 2012 06:16:48am.
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