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UK officials: Radical Islam drives London attack

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:27:00 EDT

Two U.K. government officials say a brutal attack that left one man dead near a London military barracks appears to have been motivated by radical Islam.

Mexico cartel dominates, torches western state

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:17:00 EDT

Michoacan is burning. A drug cartel that takes its name from an ancient monastic order has set fire to lumber yards, packing plants and passenger buses in a medieval-like reign of terror.

Kerry: US, allies, ready to step up aid rebels

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:06:00 EDT

The U.S. and several key allies looked again Wednesday for a strategy to end Syria's civil war, their united efforts unable at the moment to stem the Assad regime's military gains and Washington still unwilling to...

Amid signs of turmoil, S Sudan says oil will flow

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:36:00 EDT

Following a lengthy Cabinet meeting, South Sudan's government spokesman said Wednesday that the country will continue to export oil through Sudan and that there had been only a temporary slowdown in production.

Key House chairman slams Senate immigration bill

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:29:00 EDT

A key House committee chairman says a wide-ranging immigration bill just passed by a Senate committee falls far short of what is needed to end the problem of illegal immigration.

Palestinians have little faith in Kerry effort

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:16:00 EDT

Palestinians believe the U.S. effort to restart peace talks is doomed, and they're preparing instead to resume their campaign of seeking membership in key international organizations as soon as next month, officials told...

Trial for captain in deadly shipwreck in Italy

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:07:00 EDT

An Italian judge has ordered the captain of the Costa Concordia cruise ship to stand trial for manslaughter in the vessel's shipwreck off the coast of Tuscany, which killed 32 people.

Irishman charged with 1982 IRA Hyde Park bombing

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:07:00 EDT

British prosecutors have charged a 61-year-old Irishman with the 1982 IRA attack on the queen's cavalry in Hyde Park, a nail-bombing at a top London tourist attraction that left four soldiers and seven horses dead.

Global, local issues for Iran in upcoming election

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:36:00 EDT

By The Associated Press Main domestic and international issues facing Iran ahead of its June 14 presidential election:

Israeli air force chief warns of Syrian attacks

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:26:00 EDT

Israel's air force chief warned Wednesday that tensions with Syria could escalate into a "surprise war" and that Israel needs to be ready.

Update: Batesville man charged with "multiple counts" of child porn

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:14:00 EDT

Independence County Sheriff Steve Jeffery says a Batesville man now faces "multiple counts of computer child pornography."

Released inmate rearrested after pills, meth found in jail uniform

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:24:00 EDT

A Flippin woman is back behind bars after officers found pills and drugs hidden in her jail uniform.

Car window smashed, Bible only item stolen

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:33:00 EDT

A women woke up this morning and noticed her car had been broken into. The thief only stole her Bible.

Stan Musial's home up for sale

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:34:00 EDT

The longtime home of St. Louis Cardinals great Stan Musial is on the market, but the price isn't cheap.

Doniphan store clerk sells herself winning Powerball ticket

Mon, 20 May 2013 19:51:00 EDT

A Southeast Missouri woman wrapped up a big week by taking home a piece of the record $600 million Powerball jackpot.

Some gamers disappointed after Xbox One unveiling

Kimberly Wright — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:08:00 EDT

The sleek new console was revealed Tuesday, generating a fair amount of criticism among passionate gamers.

4 people facing drug charges in Cleburne County

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:02:00 EDT

Police say drug possession puts four Cleburne County people behind bars.

FBI reviews shooting of Boston bombing suspect acquaintance

Matt Quillen — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:30:00 EDT

A news release from the FBI Boston division stated the shooting took place early Wednesday when Ibragim Todashev, the shooting victim, started a "violent confrontation."

8 Investigates: Swipe it, they won't check it

Josh Harvison — Tue, 21 May 2013 23:10:00 EDT

A Region 8 News investigation uncovered holes in the credit card system. Cashiers are not supposed to approve unsigned credit cards at the point of sale. Our investigation revealed that's not happening.

Benson: No football championship game for now

Blake Guinn — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:24:00 EDT

The summary of no title game for football is no change for fans, the Sun Belt Conference has never had a title game for football. But their lack of desire to pursue one is sudden and change of pace for Benson, who was rapidly pursuing teams to fill voids in the conference and as he said earlier this year, to get to 12 teams.

This Hour: Latest Arkansas news, sports, business and entertainment

Wed, 22 May 2013 15:06:00 EDT

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is naming Dan Bartlett, who had been president and CEO of the U.S. arm of global public relations firm Hill & Knowlton, as its new executive vice president of corporate affairs.

This Hour: Latest Missouri news, sports, business and entertainment

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:34:00 EDT

Work is now under way to remove concrete pipes from the Bridgeton Landfill.

This Hour: Latest Tennessee news, sports, business and entertainment

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:06:00 EDT

A former death row inmate is set to be released from prison after he pleaded guilty to second-degree murder of a Memphis police officer.