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IRS official takes the 5th at congressional hearing

IRS official takes the 5th at congressional hearing

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By CNN
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The Internal Revenue Service official who headed the division involved in targeting conservative groups invoked her constitutional right against self-incrimination Wednesday and refused to answer questions from a congression
Sweet controversy at Michael Jackson death trial

Sweet controversy at Michael Jackson death trial

By CNN
LOS ANGELES (CNN) -- Every issue in the Michael Jackson wrongful death trial is so disputed that even giving candy to jurors caused an argument.
The cult of 'Arrested Development'

The cult of 'Arrested Development'

By CNN
(CNN) -- Seven years after its finale, one of the greatest cult hits in television history is making a return. "Arrested Development" lasted three season during its initial run on FOX, with critical acclaim but dismal ratings.
Search for survivors winds down as Oklahoma begins daunting recovery

Search for survivors winds down as Oklahoma begins daunting recovery

By CNN's Holly Yan. Chelsea J. Carter and Sara Weisfeldt
What began as a desperate hunt for survivors in this debris-covered city is giving way to an arduous road to recovery.
Man killed in FL connected to Boston bombing suspect

Man killed in FL connected to Boston bombing suspect

By CNN
UPDATE: A man fatally shot overnight by the FBI in Orlando, Florida, was being investigated for a possible connection to the Boston bombings, a U.S.
Texas arrest in Nashville homicide

Texas arrest in Nashville homicide

By The Houston Chronicle
The Houston Chronicle is reporting; Police in Nashville say Texas state troopers and deputy U.S. marshals have arrested a homicide suspect in Lyford, Texas.
Immigration reform bill clears key Senate hurdle

Immigration reform bill clears key Senate hurdle

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By WASHINGTON (CNN)
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The Senate Judiciary Committee approved the bipartisan "Gang of Eight" immigration reform bill on Tuesday, sending the measure to the Senate floor for further consideration and giving the bill's backers their f
Apple grilled about tax havens

Apple grilled about tax havens

By NEW YORK (CNNMoney)
Apple executives defended the company's tax strategy on Capitol Hill Tuesday, claiming that it pays one of the highest effective tax rates of any major corporation.
JPMorgan's Dimon wins by a landslide

JPMorgan's Dimon wins by a landslide

By CNN
Once again Jamie Dimon sailed above his detractors, but JPMorgan's board didn't fare as well.
McCain: 'Why the hell' do iPhone apps need updating?

McCain: 'Why the hell' do iPhone apps need updating?

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By CNN
(CNN) -- After questioning Apple CEO Tim Cook in a congressional hearing Tuesday, Sen. John McCain ran out of time and didn't get to ask one pressing question on his mind.
US-Army-General-Suspended

US-Army-General-Suspended

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By CNN
(CNN) -- The Army has suspended the top general at Fort Jackson in South Carolina due to allegations of adultery and assault, an Army spokesman says. Brig. Gen.
OK tornado categorized as EF5, winds of 200 MPH or greater Watch Video

OK tornado categorized as EF5, winds of 200 MPH or greater

By CNN
Damage assessments show that the tornado that struck central Oklahoma on Monday was an EF5, meaning it had winds of 200 mph or greater, for at least some of the time it was ravaging an area near Oklahoma City, the National Weather Service says.
National strawberries and cream day

National strawberries and cream day

By CNN
Mmmm...dreamy. May 21 is National Strawberries and Cream Day! How could we forget one of the most obvious uses for all those strawberries you've been picking? We speak of course, of strawberries and cream.
Travelers' choice: 10 top spots

Travelers' choice: 10 top spots

By CNN
It's no surprise that travelers flock to Paris, New York and London.