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Green iguana population bounces back in Florida SUNSHINE, Fla., June 17 (UPI) -- Residents of some South Florida neighborhoods said the damaged green iguana population has rebounded -- and the creatures are destroying their plants.
United Press International | Jun 17, 2013 7:02 PM [GMT] | comment? | recommend

Thief apparently entered home through dog door SEATTLE, June 17 (UPI) -- A Seattle man said a thief apparently squeezed through his home's 15-inch-by-10-inch doggie door to steal a haul of electronics.
United Press International | Jun 17, 2013 7:00 PM [GMT] | comment? | recommend

New Iranian President Really Impressed With Countrys Nuclear Arms Program TEHRAN—After touring various energy plants and fusion reactors throughout the country, newly elected Iranian President Hasan Rowhani told reporters Monday that he is incredibly impressed with the Islamic republic’s advanced nuclear weapons pro
The Onion | Jun 17, 2013 7:00 PM [GMT] | comment? | recommend

Nelson Mandela Admits Thoughts, Prayers Of Millions Played No Part In Recovery PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA—Addressing supporters Monday from the hospital bed where he is being treated for a recurring lung infection, former South African president Nelson Mandela admitted that the millions of thoughts, prayers, and well-wishes he has
The Onion | Jun 17, 2013 7:00 PM [GMT] | comment? | recommend

Thai monks under fire for allegedly living in fast lane SISAKET, Thailand, June 17 (UPI) -- Thailand's National Office of Buddhism said it is investigating complaints of monks living lavish lifestyles with luxury vehicles and private jets.
United Press International | Jun 17, 2013 6:45 PM [GMT] | comment? | recommend

Man may face charges after bear attack in Alaska ANCHORAGE, Alaska, June 17 (UPI) -- A man mauled by a bear may face charges for throwing meat to it, Alaska authorities say.
United Press International | Jun 17, 2013 6:18 PM [GMT] | comment? | recommend

[video] The Onion Looks Back At 'The Wizard Of Oz' The Onion’s movie critic Peter K. Ronsenthal examines ‘The Wizard of Oz’ in this week’s Film Standard
The Onion | Jun 17, 2013 6:15 PM [GMT] | comment? | recommend

'Feminist Taylor Swift' parody takes off on Twitter KRISTEN BUTLER, UPI.com 'Feminist Taylor Swift' parody takes off on Twitter, mashes up Swift lyrics with feminist theory.
United Press International | Jun 17, 2013 5:51 PM [GMT] | comment? | recommend

Michelle Obama Seen Outside Walking Family Rhinoceros WASHINGTON—Spectators outside the White House received a rare treat this morning when they witnessed First Lady Michelle Obama on the South Lawn going for a stroll with the family’s pet rhinoceros, Chauncey.
The Onion | Jun 17, 2013 5:40 PM [GMT] | comment? | recommend

Infographic: Superman Turns 75 Superman’s legacy began 75 years ago this month with his first appearance in the inaugural issue of Action Comics, and continued last weekend with the release of the blockbuster film Man Of Steel.
The Onion | Jun 17, 2013 5:00 PM [GMT] | comment? | recommend

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