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Thursday, December 22, 2011

Congress nears tax deal; Kim Jong-un's new nickname; Huntsman's N.H. endorsement; what Louis C.K. is going to do with $1 million; and more.

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The Slatest: December 22, 2011

Boehner Reportedly Drops Opposition to Short-Term Tax Extension

Boehner Reportedly Drops Opposition to Short-Term Tax Extension

After facing a growing chorus of intra-party criticism, House GOP caves on pay roll deal.

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North Korean Media Dub Kim Jong-un "Outstanding Leader"

North Korean Media Dub Kim Jong-un "Outstanding Leader"

The nickname is part of a mythmaking campaign around the reclusive nation's new ruler.

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House Republican to Apologize for Mocking First Lady's Figure

House Republican to Apologize for Mocking First Lady's Figure

Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner was overheard saying that Michelle Obama has a "large posterior."

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Louis C.K.'s $5 Comedy Special Tops $1M in Sales

Louis C.K.'s $5 Comedy Special Tops $1M in Sales

Standup comedian says he'll donate a quarter of the cash to charities.

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Huntsman Snags Key N.H. Newspaper Endorsement

Huntsman Snags Key N.H. Newspaper Endorsement

The long-time afterthought continues to gain steam in the Granite State.

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More Than 60 Killed in Baghdad Bombings

More Than 60 Killed in Baghdad Bombings

The violence comes one week after the U.S. declared an official end to its nine-year war.

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U.S. Admits Errors in Deadly Pakistani Raid

U.S. Admits Errors in Deadly Pakistani Raid

A new government report concludes that American commanders in Afghanistan made serious mistakes.

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