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Friday, July 4, 2008 Last Update: 1:42 AM ET

Bold Colombia Rescue Built on Rebels’ Disarray

The Colombian military duped FARC guerrillas in a raid that freed 15 hostages, an action that some analysts suggested might help push the rebels to negotiate for peace.

Obama Fuels Pullout Debate With Remarks

The changing dynamics in Iraq have posed a challenge for Barack Obama, who said Thursday that he might “refine” his policies but later held a second news conference to clarify his first statement.

Copying Issue Raises Hurdle for Bush Pick

For Michael E. O’Neill, who helped steer Supreme Court nominations through the confirmation process, there are signs his nomination to a federal district court might be difficult as well.

U.S. Pushes U.N. Sanctions on Zimbabwe
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U.S. Pushes U.N. Sanctions on Zimbabwe

The U.S. proposed sanctions including an arms embargo and punitive measures against those responsible for undermining the presidential election through violence.

Outlook Darker as Jobs Are Lost

The unemployment rate held steady as 62,000 jobs disappeared in June, the Labor Department reported.

Blazes in California Take a Toll on Fireworks

Wildfires have prompted some California towns and cities to impose a temporary ban on the use of fireworks.

American Flags as Big as Fields

Big flags have found a home inside the ballparks, arenas and raceways of American sporting events.


 

Escapes »

From Urban Hotelier to Gentleman Farmer

From Urban Hotelier to Gentleman FarmerA family expands its weekend farmhouse, maintaining its rustic style.

No-Tears Visiting

No-Tears VisitingChildren at the country place: A guide to help keep housemates of all ages happy.

For Sale in . . . Montego Bay, Jamaica
Jamaica

A four-bedroom four-bath villa, with ocean views and a pool in a gated community, is on the market for $1.6 million.

2009 Nissan Murano
City Slicker’s Urbane Makeover

2009 Nissan MuranoShoppers seeking a fewer-tears alternative to a midsize S.U.V. are likely to like what they see in the Murano.

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I Freed Myself From E-Mail’s Grip

I Freed 
Myself From E-Mail’s GripTo reclaim productivity lost to responding to e-mail, an I.B.M. employee shifted his means of communication to other tools.

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