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Woman Set on Fire by Boyfriend Over Laundry Dispute, Family Says
A woman in San Francisco was set on fire by her boyfriend on Sunday, police have reported. The suspect, Dexter Oliver, is still at large, while the victim, Starr Lamare is recovering in the hospital.
'Facebook Dead' Prank Leaves Users 'Memorialized' and Locked Out
Facebook may have a new problem: the dead prank, which lets users report others as dead without any proof. Those reported dead are then locked out of their accounts, which are turned into "Memorial" pages.
Biden Reality Show Petition Circulating at White House
Joe Biden, reality show star? A new petition has been posted on the White House's website calling for the Vice President to star in his own reality show that would allow the people an exclusive look at political life.
Jimmy Kimmel on Jay Leno: 'He Sold Out'
Jimmy Kimmel has made no bones about his feelings for Jay Leno. In a new interview, he recently commented, "As a comedian, you can't not have disdain for what he's done. He totally sold out."
Steubenville, OH Gang Rape Case: Suspects Ready for Trial, Victim Gets Death Threats
Steubenville, Ohio is preparing for a high-profile rape case involving two 16-year-old students who allegedly raped a fellow student and posted graphic photos, tweets, and video online. The case has only recently been exposed and called a cover-up by groups such as Anonymous and a sect known as the KnightSec.
Gerda Lerner, Women's History Pioneer, Dies at 92
Gerda Lerner, a life-long advocate for women's rights and an impassioned educator, died at the age of 92. She spent her life advocating for equality and education for women and was a founder of the Sarah Lawrence Women's Studies Program.
Jodi Arias Trial: Jury Shown Alexander's Body, Sister Hopes for Arias' Death
Jodi Arias' trial took a dramatic and emotional turn yesterday as jurors were shown graphic images of Travis Alexander's dead body, the crime scene, and heard evidence suggesting Alexander was abusive towards Arias. Alexander's sister has told reporters she hopes that Arias will receive the death penalty for her crime.
Inmates Blame Alcohol for Crimes, File $7.3 Million Lawsuit Against Makers
Five inmates have blamed alcohol and its makers for their crimes. The five men, all in Idaho's Kuna facility have filed lawsuits against various beer and wine makers, charging that the companies knew they were producing addictive beverages that led them to commit crimes.
Fired for Refusing Flu Shot? Ind. Employees Make Claim, File Suit
An Indiana hospital has fired eight workers for refusing to get the flu shot, which the hospital says is protocol. The ordeal has sparked debate about whether the flu shot is necessary and whether the hospital was out of bounds in requiring the shot.
Gabrielle Giffords Meets With Mayor Bloomberg, Discusses Gun Control
Gabrielle Giffords met with New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg to discuss gun control. Giffords was the victim of a shooting in Arizona only two years ago and has been a symbol of gun violence and what can happen if guns get into the wrong hands.