via foxnews.com
Good morning folks! Here’s what was going on in the world while you were Fandangoing and watching the rain melt the snow.
The lead story: Senator Ted Cruz is calling on the US to arm the Ukrainian rebels in their fight against separatists supported by Russia. Meanwhile, European nations have called for a cease fire.
Coming up after the jump: Same-sex marriage in Alabama, Obama against domestic violence, Bruce Jenner involved in fatal car accident, Alibaba makes moves, and more…
(The Putin campaign’s “Have Dinner with Vladimir Putin!” events are more somber than their American counterparts. Guests are asked not to smile and only bread is served. via CNN.com)
Good morning! Here’s the news you may have missed:
The Lead Story:
It’s a slow news week. Congress is — inching would be too fast of a word — towards compromise in the debt talks. So instead of zooming in on political gridlock again, check out CNN’s Year in Pictures. When you’re finished with the gallery, you’ll feel like you’ve just landed after an international trip.
Voters in Maine will decide on whether or not to recognize same-sex marriage tomorrow (via gannett.com)
Good morning! Here’s what you missed over the weekend:
The Lead Story: The most important vote you cast may not be for President. Depending on where you live, you may get to vote on recognizing same-sex marriage, legalizing marijuana or reforming the budget. Ballot issues and referendums are one of the few ways citizens can bypass their legislatures, so vote wisely!
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