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Even before votes were counted in Egypt's first competitive presidential election, military leaders effectively seized control of the country. The ruling military council granted itself broad powers over the government, including budget control, immunity from oversight and the power to declare war.

Thousands of children and adults in San Diego County are expected to take part today in a worldwide attempt to break the Guinness Book of World Record for the largest simultaneous swim lesson.

President Francois Hollande's companion, Valerie Trierweiler, tweeted her support for a candidate running against the president's ex, Segolene Royal. Some hailed Trierweiler's independence; others say it was a clear jab at Royal and undermines Hollande.

The bill covers everything from farm subsidies and crop insurance to forestry, food stamps and school lunches.

Cyclist Mike Wilson has his heart set on finishing the most grueling contest in the world of sports.

North Korea's recent hijacking of three Chinese fishing boats has shaken ties between China and its old ally, six months after the death of reclusive North Korean leader Kim Jong Il. Now, some Chinese want their government to take a tough stance with North Korea.

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"America's Got Talent" contestant Timothy Poe suffered a traumatic brain injury while serving in the military. That's his story and he's sticking to it, despite the fact military records show absolutely no evidence of the brain trauma he says was caused by a grenade explosion.

In Christopher Buckley's latest political satire, They Eat Puppies, Don't They? a lobbyist teams up with a conservative policy wonk to spread a rumor that China is plotting to assassinate the Dalai Lama. Together, they create a huge disinformation campaign that nearly sparks World War III.

When voters go to the polls this election season, they may find new language translations on their ballots. The Asian population is the fastest growing population in the region, which means voters can now choose to vote in Chinese in San Diego County, Cambodian in Los Angeles County, or in Nevada’s largest county, the main dialect of the Philippines.