Out of Context Archive: July 2009
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Vatican praises Harry Potter's good/evil theme
The Vatican gives high marks to the new Harry Potter film -- just the push it needs to become a moderately popular movie. Published July 14 2009
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Study: Cats control their owners
A new study shows that house cats can control their owners. So if you think your cat's playing mind games with you, don't worry. It is. Published July 14 2009
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Burger King sorry for Hindu 'Whopper' goddess
Burger King offended Hindus with an ad featuring an Indian goddess hawking a Whopper. Next time they'll avoid the controversy and just use an image of the pope. Published July 10 2009
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Burris won't seek re-election
Sen. Roland Burris won't run for re-election. And the entire state of Illinois breathes a sigh of relief. Published July 10 2009
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White House misspells Obama's name
The White House misspelled President Obama's name in a recent press office release. A congressional hearing has been scheduled. Published July 9 2009
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Dems: Panetta said CIA misled Congress
Six House Democrats say that CIA Director Leon Panetta testified that the CIA has misled Congress since 2001. Maybe he thought he was giving a campaign speech. Published July 9 2009
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Stalking charges dropped against Marion Barry
Prosecutors have dropped stalking charges against former D.C. mayor Marion Barry. How will he live down the controversy? Published July 9 2009
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Build-a-Bears stuffed with heroin
A drug ring in the Bronx was using Build-a-Bears to hide heroin. They had the wrong stuff. Published July 5 2009
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Marion Barry charged with stalking
Former D.C. Mayor Marion Barry has been charged with stalking a woman. I think he was desperately in need of her vote. Published July 5 2009
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No signs of N. Korean missile launch to Hawaii
U.S. government officials say there no signs that North Korea is preparing to test-launch a missile capable of hitting Hawaii. So, happy Independence Day! Published July 2 2009
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Fox News has top 10 cable news shows
More people watch Fox News programs than CNN's and MSNBC's combined. Don't call it the cable news wars. It's more like a slaughter. Published July 1 2009
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Palin: I'd beat Obama in a foot race
Sarah Palin Published July 1 2009
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Coleman might be mulling governor's race
Norm Coleman might be considering running for governor of Minnesota. He's already set a budget for the court costs. Published July 1 2009
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North Korean ship reverses course
A North Korean freighter has reversed course after being monitored by U.S. Navy vessels. I think it lost its Tom Tom device. Published July 1 2009
