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AustinGlobe.com Saturday 4th July 2009 Edition 185/2009
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"Our beloved son, brother and father of three children has gone so unexpectedly, in such a tragic way and much too soon. It leaves us, his family, speechless and devastated to a point, where communication with the outside world seems almost impossible at times."
Joseph Jackson
The father of Michael Jackson and the family patriarch was speaking after the sudden death of his son.

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Holland tries to contain runnin' Rays
Andy Roddick advances to Wimbledon final
Sounds silence Express at Dell Diamond
Aztex get first road win of the season
Cash Five Texas results
Rangers are not hindered

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Spider-Man does exist, says comic-book guru
Healthcare overhaul plans are provoking debate in North Texas
Expunction of Criminal Records in Texas
Ortiz to pitch in familiar surroundings

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Bacteria-killer proteins may yield new medicines
New Zealand reports first swine flu deaths
Veg diets can help prevent chronic diseases
Swine flu patient dies of electrocution in China

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Breaking News
In already long, hot summer, some Central Texas towns suffering water woes
Several Central Texas communities are grappling with water shortages during this already long, hot summer. Within the last few weeks, Mart, Valley Mills, Bruceville-Eddy, Riesel and Temple have...

Twin milestones for Hunter
ARLINGTON -- Tommy Hunter said it was a family decision not to sign with the then-Devil Rays, who drafted him in the 18th round of the 2005 First-Year Player...

Hamilton not returning just yet
ARLINGTON -- Josh Hamilton was the designated hitter for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday, his third game with RedHawks. He went 0-for-5 at the...

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International News
North Korea Independence Day missile launches described as provocative
South Korea's Defense Ministry says North Korea launched five missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, following similar tests earlier this...

New IAEA chief sees no proof Iran developing nuclear weapons
The incoming head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says he knows of no hard evidence that Iran is trying to gain the ability to develop nuclear...

Sarah Palin resigns as Governor of Alaska
Politics in Washington picked up a beat Friday. when former vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin suddenly announced her resignation as Alaskan...

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Business News
Swiss banks cutting U.S. clients loose
Swiss banks are shunning business from the U.S. amid concerns over legal issues and prospects for tighter...

Obama still popular despite weakening economy, employment
The U.S. jobless rate rose to 9.5 percent last month -- the highest figure in 26 years. In the short term, the jobs report is a political setback for President Barack Obama and his economic policies. But the latest opinion polls suggest the president continues to hold public support despite the weak...

European equities mixed, U.S. markets closed
Some markets in Europe closed higher Friday, while others...

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We and our sources around the world work hard to gather more information, verify facts, and provide a perspective of the major stories. Expert opinion often accompanies our articles to better inform readers, and provide a more complete understanding
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    Austin, Texas
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    Saturday 101°F/38°C Partly Cloudy
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    Jacko's long-time costumers to design his burial suit
    Sony Walkman named top music invention of last 50yrs
    Surge in Jacko's music's post-death sales to benefit Dutch pension fund
    Meet Kevin Jonas' love interest Danielle Deleasa

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    Zac Efron, Megan Fox get cosy
    Beckhams spend $81,660 on luxury eco-spa
    'Most laid-back celebrities' on Twitter revealed
    James Gandolfini throws out intruder during Broadway performance
    Tom Cruise buys daughter Suri 'kangaroo' in Melbourne

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    Now the June 30 deadline has arrived and US troops have evacuated Iraqi cities and towns, what do you think will be the outcome?


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    Thistle Charing Cross

    I had stayed at this hotel once before, some years previous, so was looking forward to a new review. The hotel is ideally...


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    Mars shares many similarities with Earth
    Scientists make first direct measurement of lunar backscatter from solar wind
    The man who fell to Earth
    NASA has successfully stuck another rover