U.S. to 'rain mice' on tree snakes

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Our unhealthy love of reality TV bullies

STORY HIGHLIGHTSReality TV shows twice the number of aggressive acts as other showsWatching aggressive acts on TV can influence viewers' behaviorAdult victims of bullying suffer from poor health as a result Editor's note: Don't miss the premiere of "The Bully Effect" on "AC360" at 10 p.m. ET tonight. (CNN) -- A red-faced Gordon Ramsay gets nose-to-nose with an older man and shouts, "Wake up!" He calls...

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Cops: Bikini baristas too bare

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Thousands say farewell to Pope Benedict

STORY HIGHLIGHTSPope Benedict XVI's final public words are greeted by a huge cheer The Roman Catholic Church has been through stormy waters, but God will not let it sink, he saysBenedict goes around St. Peter's Square in the PopemobileHe is to leave office at 8 p.m. local time Thursday for a life of seclusionRome (CNN) -- In front of rapt crowds, Pope Benedict XVI spoke of moments of joy and struggle...

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Could your child be a bully?

Boys and girls use physical violence to exert their power, researchers say. STORY HIGHLIGHTSA sociologist describes bullying in schools as "social combat"Students are fighting to improve their social status through violence or rumorsBullies are often bullied themselves as they fight to the top, experts sayEditor's note: Don't miss the premiere of "The Bully Effect" on "AC360" at 10 p.m. ET Thursday,...

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MC Hammer arrested by 'chubby elvis'

By Elwyn Lopez and Phil Gast, CNNupdated 1:27 AM EST, Sun February 24, 2013MC HammerStephen BaldwinFlavor FlavFiona AppleShaun WhiteAmanda BynesLindsay LohanCharlie SheenMel GibsonNicole RichieRandy TravisEminemRussell BrandJay-ZMatthew McConaughey50 CentRobert Downey Jr.Lil WayneKiefer SutherlandNick CarterChase CrawfordJane FondaMacaulay Culkin <<<1234567891011121314151617181920212223>>>STORY...

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Pistorius' brother faces homicide charge

By Holly Yan and Karen Smith, CNNupdated 7:45 AM EST, Sun February 24, 2013Carl Pistorius, brother of Olympic and Paralympic athlete Oscar Pistorius, is shown Friday at a bail hearing for the runner.STORY HIGHLIGHTSNEW: A Pistorius family attorney confirms that Carl Pistorius is charged with culpable homicide Prosecutors blame Carl Pistorius for the death of a motorcyclist in 2010His attorney says...

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Pistorius bail decision looms

STORY HIGHLIGHTSNEW: Bond decision expected soon for runner Oscar PistoriusHe is accused of killing his model girlfriend, Reeva SteenkampPistorius has pledged to stay in South Africa and fight the chargesThe sprinter is considered a national hero in South AfricaPretoria, South Africa (CNN) -- South African prosecutors pushed Friday to keep Oscar Pistorius behind bars, painting the double-amputee track...

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Pistorius case investigator accused of attempted murder

STORY HIGHLIGHTSNEW: Defense says prosecutors didn't prove that Pistorius committed murderNike suspends its contract with PistoriusA decision in the bail hearing could come as soon as ThursdayCharges against investigator stem from 2009 incident, spokesman says(CNN) -- As Oscar Pistorius returned to court Thursday to seek bail, the sensational case took a new turn when police said the lead investigator...

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Police: No way Pistorius acted in self-defense

STORY HIGHLIGHTSNEW: Defense challenges police allegations against Oscar PistoriusPolice said he had testosterone in his house, but defense says it's a legal herbal medicinePolice say he once discharged a gun at a restaurantProsecutors call Oscar Pistorius a flight risk Pretoria, South Africa (CNN) -- Sounds of arguing for an hour before the shooting. Blood stains on a cell phone and cricket bat....

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Murder charge against Oscar Pistorius upgraded

STORY HIGHLIGHTSNEW: The upgraded charge of premeditated murder makes his case for bail more difficultPistorius' defense says he shot his girlfriend thinking she was a burglarA prosecutor asks why a burglar would lock up in a bathroom Friends and family mourn the death of Reeva Steenkamp at her funeral TuesdayPretoria, South Africa (CNN) -- In an emotionally wrenching hearing Tuesday, a judge upgraded...

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Pope delivers one of his final messages

By Hada Messia and Josh Levs, CNNupdated 5:46 AM EST, Mon February 18, 2013STORY HIGHLIGHTSIt's the pope's second-to-last Angelus prayer as pontiffPope Benedict XVI thanks his flock for prayers and supportHe discusses "decisive moments of our lives"Cardinals may meet before March 15(CNN) -- Pope Benedict XVI led tens of thousands in a prayer for strength Sunday and thanked followers for their support...

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