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France threatens early Afghan pullout; a new autism definition; Rushdie's 'underworld' assassination threats; and more.

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The Slatest: January 20, 2012

After Afghan Attack, France Threatens Early Troop Pullout

After Afghan Attack, France Threatens Early Troop Pullout

Sarkozy: "We can't accept that a single one of our soldiers be killed by our allies."

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Feds Shutter Megaupload, Anonymous Retaliates

Feds Shutter Megaupload, Anonymous Retaliates

The popular file-sharing site is accused of causing $500 million in damages.

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Changing Autism Definition Raises Questions

Changing Autism Definition Raises Questions

The Times looks at what a new definition might mean for higher-functioning individuals.

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Citing Assassination Fears, Rushdie Withdraws From Festival

Citing Assassination Fears, Rushdie Withdraws From Festival

Author: "Paid assassins from the Mumbai underworld may be on their way to Jaipur to 'eliminate' me."

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Senate Postpones PIPA Vote

Senate Postpones PIPA Vote

The move follows this week's Web protests and comes as several of the bill's backers have publicly distanced themselves from it.

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Herman Cain To Join Colbert for Charleston Rally

Herman Cain To Join Colbert for Charleston Rally

The onetime GOP contender will share the stage with the Comedy Central star.

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Romney, Gingrich Tied in S.C. Polls

Romney, Gingrich Tied in S.C. Polls

But Newt appears to be gaining steam with only days to go.

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Billionaire Donates $7.5 Million To Fix Washington Monument

Billionaire Donates $7.5 Million To Fix Washington Monument

Carlyle Group's David Rubenstein will pay for half of the repairs needed after last summer's quake.

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