WORLD
WORLD
Iraq prime ministervows to end violence
IRAQ'S new prime minister promised Sunday to use "maximum force" if necessary to end the brutal insurgent and sectarian violence wracking the country.
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HEALTH
Cure for 'the curse'?
FOR YOUNG WOMEN with a world of choices, even that monthly curse, the menstrual period, has become optional thanks to birth control pills and other hormonal contraceptives.
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OPINION
Beltless young menin pickups, beware
BEGINNING TODAY and continuing through June 4, law enforcement agencies in the Mahoning Valley will be on the lookout for motorists not wearing seat belts, particularly young men driving pickup trucks in rural areas. The campaign has merit, a Vindicator editorial says.
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SPORTS
Pistons shoot downCavaliers in playoffs
THE DETROIT Pistons advanced to the Eastern Conference NBA finals against Miami by beating the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers 79-61 Sunday evening. Above, Piston forward Rasheed Wallace smiles during a run up the court in the game.
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LOCAL
Scams target elderly
OUT-OF-STATE criminals are targeting the elderly in a series of moneymaking scams, say government officials in Ohio and Pennsylvania.
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Downtown Warrenevents make a move
A FULL SCHEDULE of free summer outdoor entertainment will again appear in the city's downtown, but the events will be in Courthouse Square park, not in the Warren Community Amphitheatre.
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LIFE & amp;WORK
That perfect butt
RESEARCHERS have come up with some strong advice toward improving the look of your posterior.
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ENTERTAINMENT
TV's 'American Idol'wields strong impact
WINNERS And runners-up in "American Idol" competitions have achieved great success. The coronation of the 2006 winner comes Wednesday night.
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