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AP 2012-01-18

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AP 2012-01-19

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AP 2012-03-23

1. A strong earthquake struck Mexico this afternoon. The quake had a magnitude 7.4 and hit in Guerrero state. The temblor swayed buildings in Mexico City and sent people into the streets. 2. Voters in Illinois are deciding who gets that state's GOP e

AP 2012-06-20

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AP 2012-05-20

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AP 2012-03-14

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