Iraq stands firm against violence
WASHINGTON (AP): The US ambassador to Iraq assured Congress yesterday that despite a recent rash of insurgent attacks, Iraq is standing firm against a return to widespread sectarian violence.Christopher Hill, in his first congressional testimony since...

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Madoff's house on sale - Florida (AP): A waterfront Palm Beach, Florida, mansion once owned by disgraced financier Bernard Madoff is on the market for US$8.5 million. The Corcoran Group real estate firm announced the price yesterday.