Thousands brave heat for Brandon's July 4 parade
Sweltering temperatures didn't stop thousands from turning out today for Brandon's annual salute to Uncle Sam.
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Jackson kids face hurdles to coping with his death
No matter how unusual their lives may have been so far, Michael Jackson's children now face a universal trauma felt by all kids who suddenly lose a parent.
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Fireworks explosion on NC island kills 1, hurts 4
OCRACOKE, N.C. (AP) -- A truckload of fireworks exploded Saturday morning on a remote North Carolina island dock, killing one worker and critically injuring four others preparing for an Independence Day celebration, authorities said.
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Potter star Rupert Grint recovering from swine flu
The agent for "Harry Potter" star Rupert Grint says the actor is recovering from a mild case of swine flu.
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2 US troops die in attack on base in Afghanistan
Taliban militants fired rockets and mortars at a U.S. base in eastern Afghanistan on Saturday, killing two American troops in a fierce battle as thousands of Marines in the south continued with their massive anti-Taliban push.
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