German business confidence rises for third month running

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — A closely watched indicator of German business optimism rose for the third straight month in January, giving a positive signal from Europe's biggest economy.



German business confidence rises for third month running



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Miss Colombia crowned Miss Universe in Miami

MIAMI (AP) — Despite being a relative pageant newcomer, Miss Colombia Paulina Vega has been crowned Miss Universe, beating out first runner-up Miss USA Nia Sanchez and contestants from more than 80 other countries.



Miss Colombia crowned Miss Universe in Miami



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Church of England to ordain first female bishop

LONDON (AP) — Male domination in the leadership of the Church of England is coming to an end, as the 500-year-old institution consecrates its first female bishop.



Church of England to ordain first female bishop



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WHITE HOUSE NOTEBOOK: Obama celebrates India's Republic Day

NEW DELHI (AP) — President Barack Obama's experience at India's Republic Day celebration may have felt a little like his two presidential inaugurations.



WHITE HOUSE NOTEBOOK: Obama celebrates India's Republic Day



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Federal judge stays Alabama gay marriage ruling for 2 weeks

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A federal judge has put a temporary hold on her decision that overturned Alabama's gay marriage ban, but indicated she will soon answer a key question: Must state probate judges issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples when the stay is lifted?



Federal judge stays Alabama gay marriage ruling for 2 weeks



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Residents: Police shortage is a security risk for Mardi Gras

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Throughout the quieter parts of the French Quarter, residents and businesses have posted signs that read "Caution: Walk in Large Groups. We (heart) N.O.P.D. We Just Need More."



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Bill Haas escapes trouble to win Humana Challenge

LA QUINTA, Calif. (AP) — Bill Haas had a bad feeling.



Bill Haas escapes trouble to win Humana Challenge



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