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Powerball jackpot 3rd largest in U.S. history

The Powerball jackpot for Saturday's drawing will be at least $475 million, the third largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history, after no one matched the winning numbers in Wednesday night's draw.

Suspect: Boston payback for hits on Muslims

The surviving suspect in the Boston Marathon attack indicated that the bombing was retribution for what he called U.S. attacks against Muslims in Afghanistan and Iraq, a law enforcement official said.

Tornadoes hit North Texas; 6 dead, dozens injured

Tornadoes ripped through North Texas on Wednesday night, part of a weather system that killed at least six people and injured more than 100 others, officials said.

How I 'stole' $14 million from a bank: A security tester's tale

How I 'stole' $14 million from a bank: A security tester's tale By Steve Hargreaves

Burger King's answer to the McRib

   Looks like Mc Donalds' McRib won't be the only pressed pork patty in town.

Paul McCartney Fast Facts

  Here is a look at the life of musician Paul McCartney, former member of the Beatles.   Personal: Birth date: June 18, 1942 Birth place: Liverpool, England

The seamstress in the rubble

Daily life at Guantanamo: Hunger strikes, sprays of filth