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Holder denies gun probe 'cover-up'; Virginia's new pre-abortion procedure; unrest in Egypt and Syria; the state of America's singles; and more.

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The Slatest: February 2, 2012

Holder Denies Operation Fast and Furious "Cover-Up"

Holder Denies Operation Fast and Furious "Cover-Up"

Republicans and Democrats continue to clash over the botched gun-smuggling probe.

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Washington Poised To Legalize Same-Sex Marriage

Washington Poised To Legalize Same-Sex Marriage

The effort cleared a major hurdle late Wednesday when it passed the state Senate.

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Only 1 in 3 Americans Wants To Get Married

Only 1 in 3 Americans Wants To Get Married

New study shows that for many adults, getting hitched is no longer a priority.

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Report: Government's No-Fly List Doubles in 1 Year

Report: Government's No-Fly List Doubles in 1 Year

A broader definition of who qualifies has led to a ballooning roster of those barred from flying.

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Virginia To Require Abortion-Seekers To Get Ultrasound

Virginia To Require Abortion-Seekers To Get Ultrasound

State will become the seventh in the nation with similar pre-procedure counseling measures.

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After Deadly Soccer Riots, Egyptians Blame Military

After Deadly Soccer Riots, Egyptians Blame Military

Several lawmakers suggest the ruling military intentionally let the violence occur.

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Syria Cracks Down on Hama Massacre Commemoration

Syria Cracks Down on Hama Massacre Commemoration

Assad whitewashes the red-painted city while Russia shows little sign of budging from its support of Assad regime.

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Treasure Hunter Says He's Spotted $3 Billion Find

Treasure Hunter Says He's Spotted $3 Billion Find

The WWII-era merchant ship is believed to have been transporting payment from the Soviet Union to the U.S. when it was torpedoed.

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Blizzards Strand 11,000 in Serbia's Remote Mountains

Blizzards Strand 11,000 in Serbia's Remote Mountains

Eastern Europe's unusual cold spell has already claimed the lives of 122 as cold persists.

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