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Sikh shooter turned gun on himself; Texas executes a low-IQ inmate; Egypt launches Sinai airstrikes; and more.

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The Slatest: August 8, 2012

FBI: Wisc. Gunman Killed Self With Shot to Head

FBI: Wisc. Gunman Killed Self With Shot to Head

Updates: Authorities say that Wade Michael Page turned his gun on himself after being shot in the stomach by police.

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Texas Executes Convict Despite Low IQ Result

Texas Executes Convict Despite Low IQ Result

Marvin Wilson, convicted of murdering a police informant, scored below the minimum IQ threshold normally used by the justice system.

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Egypt Launches First Sinai Airstrikes in 40 Years

Egypt Launches First Sinai Airstrikes in 40 Years

The attack was in retaliation for a deadly ambush carried out earlier this week by Islamic militants.

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Jesse Jackson Jr. "Responding" to Treatment

Jesse Jackson Jr. "Responding" to Treatment

Rev. Jesse Jackson reports that his son's condition is improving, though has no concrete plans to return to work yet.

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Seven Cameroon Athletes Missing From Olympic Village

Seven Cameroon Athletes Missing From Olympic Village

Several appear willing to trade their shot at gold for a brighter economic future in Britain.

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