| Senate Democrats move to seat Burris (Reuters) [11 mins][Carmi, IL] Reuters - In an abrupt switch, Democratic leaders began talks on Wednesday to swear in Roland Burris, appointed by embattled Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich to replace President-elect Barack Obama in the U.S. Senate.Related stories: Senate dithering over Burris seat could cost Democrats, Obama Burris to Meet with Top Senate Democrats in Hopes of Securing Senate Seat (Fox News) ~9 grouped stories | Three-hour truce gives Gaza a chance to mourn children killed in Israeli strike on UN school... then firing resumes [44 mins][Dimra] Firing has resumed in the Gaza Strip after Israel and Hamas held a three-hour truce to allow desperately-needed humanitarian aid to filter through.Related stories: Palestinians use three-hour ceasefire to bury children killed in Israeli strike on UN school... then firing resumes ~2 grouped stories |
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