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Europe remains a partner of first resort, Clinton says

As the U.S. unfolds plans to withdraw soldiers from Europe in a strategic shift toward Asia, top U.S. officials here sought to reassure European counterparts that the continent and its collective defense remain priorities.

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State election has big implications for all India

A strong showing by the Congress Party in India could invigorate its national government, which has been hammered by corruption scandals. It could also restore the shine to Rahul Gandhi, the party's prime minister-in-waiting. A poor showing could cripple the government for the last two years of its term.
More leaks found at crippled Japan nuclear plant 12:55 February 3, 2012
More than 110 missing from Papua New Guinea ferry 13:10 February 3, 2012
Philippine troops still search for terrorist 02:23 February 3, 2012
Gas blast kills 11 coal miners in southwest China 12:59 February 3, 2012

1 dead, 2 injured in explosion near CA Marine base

Authorities say one person is dead and two others are injured following a propane-related explosion in military housing in Coleville, Calif., near the U.S. Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center. A Marine spokesman said the blast was reported at 9 p.m. PST Friday in a residence in the base's privatized family housing area, about 30 miles from the base.
Police converge on Occupy site in Washington, DC 07:46 February 4, 2012
More cities consider parades for Iraq War vets 19:09 February 3, 2012
Some top military brass making more in pension than pay 00:49 February 3, 2012
Prosecutors won't charge cyclist Lance Armstrong 05:15 February 4, 2012

Tens of thousands rally against Putin

Thousands of Russians flooded downtown Moscow on Saturday to demand an end to Prime Minister Vladimir Putin's rule, braving sub-zero temperatures to keep the protest movement alive one month before a presidential election that Putin is still expected to win.
Russia has 2 big problems with Syria resolution 08:30 February 4, 2012
US, Europe must do more to tyrants, Clinton says 09:36 February 4, 2012
Hackers intercept FBI-Scotland Yard call 19:03 February 3, 2012
Snow falls in Rome as Italy is hit by cold snap 19:03 February 3, 2012

Tunisia expels Syrian ambassador over Homs deaths

A Tunisian official says the country has decided to expel Syria's ambassador in response to the "bloody massacre" in Homs. A source in the presidential office says Tunisia no longer recognizes the regime of Syrian President Bashar Assad.
Taliban deny their leader sent letter to Obama 05:10 February 4, 2012
Death toll in latest Egypt clashes climbs to 11 08:24 February 4, 2012
Afghan soldier forged papers, deserted before killing French troops 21:23 February 3, 2012
Israeli official says Iran is creating missile that could reach US 13:13 February 3, 2012

The Ruptured Duck

VFW: Retirement changes could hurt recruitment

Group argues that even though troops are returning from Iraq and Afghanistan to an economy in turmoil, military retirement programs must be preserved.
The Ruptured Duck

Joblessness drops 4 percent for recent vets

Monthly figures reveal 9.1 percent unemployment for post-9/11 vets, 7.5 percent for all vets.
Stripes Central

Danger pay now calculated by the day

Spending one day out of a month in a danger zone is now worth an extra $7.50 in pay, not $225.
Stripes Central

Lawmakers call for hearings into military hazing

Rep. Judy Chu, whose nephew killed himself in Afghanistan, says military response is lacking, calls for 'justice.'
The Ruptured Duck

Vets finding jobs in health care industry

For come jobs, like nurses and doctors, the opportunities are obvious. But logistics and supply management specialists are just as critical for hospitals and nursing homes.
Europe Sportsblog

Rota sweeps small schools regional hoops titles

Admirals, Lady Admirals top regional peers in weekend series at Alconbury; SHAPE girls also clinch