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Two U.S. soldiers killed in complex Afghan attack (reuters)
Two U.S. soldiers were killed in a complex attack on a base in southeast Afghanistan that ended with air strikes Saturday, the U.S. military said, two days after a major operation against the Taliban was launched in the south.

Hardline Iran editor calls for Mousavi to face trial (reuters)
A newspaper editor seen as close to Iran's top authority said on Saturday defeated election candidate Mirhossein Mousavi and a former pro-reform president had committed "terrible crimes" which should be tried in court.

Iranian hardliner calls opposition leader US agent (yahoo! news)
AP - A top aide to Iran's supreme leader called the country's main opposition figure a U.S. agent and said in an editorial Saturday that he should be tried for committing crimes against the nation.

2 US troops die in attack on base in Afghanistan (yahoo! news)
AP - Taliban militants fired rockets and mortars at a U.S. base in eastern Afghanistan on Saturday, killing two American troops and wounding several more in a two-hour battle, officials said.

N.Korea test-fires seven missiles: S.Korea (yahoo! news)
AFP - North Korea test-fired seven missiles off its east coast on Saturday, South Korean officials said, in an act of defiance apparently timed for the US Independence Day holiday.

US soldiers killed in Afghanistan (bbc news)
The US military says two of its soldiers have been killed in a sustained attack on a military base in eastern Afghanistan.

Calm urged after N Korea launches (bbc news)
Russia and China issue a joint call for calm, hours after North Korea test-fires a series of short-range missiles.

2 US Troops Die in Attack on Base in Afghanistan (abc news)
Taliban attack US base in Afghanistan with truck bomb, rockets, mortars, killing 2 US troops

4th of July Without Fireworks? (abc news)
Economy causes many towns to scale back their Independence Day fireworks.

Lady Liberty's Crown Reopens (abc news)
For the first time since 9/11, visitors climb to the Statue of Liberty's crown.

PHOTOS: Lady Liberty -- Inside and Out (abc news)
From the ground to the crown, visit the famous landmark without leaving home.

WATCH: Lady Liberty's Crown Set to Reopen (abc news)

Let freedom ring: Your views of Lady Liberty (cnn.com)
The crown of the Statue of Liberty will reopen to tourists on July 4 after being closed since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, for safety and security reasons. The National Park Service closed the attraction amid worries that it would be difficult for visitors to evacuate quickly in the event of an emergency. Looking ahead to the reopening, iReporters shared their stories and images from visits to Lady Liberty.

Demand high for Liberty's crown tickets (msnbc.com)
The Statue of Liberty's crown is opening to tourists on July Fourth for the first time in eight years. It closed shortly after terrorists leveled the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001.

Obama Cites His Agenda in Holiday Address (abc news)
Obama summons can-do spirit in July 4 address; McCain calls for support for Iranian protesters

Mrs. Obama Bringing Glamor to Moscow This Weekend (abc news)
Michelle Obama's blend of power and glamor, rare in Russia's first ladies, to light up Moscow

Obama cites his agenda in holiday address (yahoo! news)
AP - President Barack Obama sought to rally support for his domestic initiatives, while Sen. John McCain called for Americans to support Iranian election protesters. The one-time presidential rivals both cited the spirit of the nation's founders in their Fourth of July radio and Internet addresses.

North Korea defies U.S. with new missile launches (reuters)
North Korea fired seven ballistic missiles on Saturday, South Korea's defense ministry said, in an act of defiance toward the United States that further stoked regional tensions already high due to its nuclear test in May.

Michelle Obama bringing glamor to Moscow (yahoo! news)
AP - Michelle Obama brings her superstar glamor to Moscow this weekend as she accompanies her husband on his summit with the Russian president.

North Korea defies U.S. with new missile launches (yahoo! news)
Reuters - North Korea test-fired four missiles on Saturday, South Korea's defense ministry said, in an act of defiance toward the United States that further stoked regional tensions already high due to its nuclear test in May.

NKorea test-fires three missiles: SKorea ministry (yahoo! news)
AFP - North Korea test-fired three missiles on the eve of American Independence Day celebrations, South Korea's defence ministry said, further stoking tensions amid an international nuclear standoff.

SKorea says NKorea fires 4 missiles off east coast (yahoo! news)
AP - North Korea fired four missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, South Korea said, in what was likely to be seen as a message of defiance to the United States on its Independence Day holiday.

Report: N. Korea test-fires missiles (msnbc.com)
North Korea fired three missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, South Korea said, in what was likely to be seen as a message of defiance to the United States on its Independence Day holiday. .

Fans scramble for Jackson tickets (bbc news)
More than half a million Michael Jackson fans have already applied for 17,500 free tickets to the singer's public memorial service next week.

Massive demand for Jackson memorial tickets (reuters)
More than half a million fans from around the world applied for 17,500 free tickets to Michael Jackson's public memorial service next week, organizers said on Friday as a massive security operation got underway.

524,000 apply for Jackson memorial tickets (msnbc.com)
More than half a million fans from around the world applied for 17,500 free tickets to Michael Jackson's public memorial service next week, organizers said on Friday.

Powerful sedative found in Michael Jackson's home (yahoo! news)
AP - Questions about Michael Jackson's use of prescription drugs are intensifying after a powerful sedative was found inside his home.

Massive demand for Michael Jackson memorial tickets (reuters)
More than half a million fans from around the world applied for 17,500 free tickets to Michael Jackson's public memorial service next week, organizers said on Friday as a massive security operation got underway.

Powerful Sedative Found in Michael Jackson's Home (abc news)
Powerful sedative found in Jackson's home; LA officials plan for huge memorial crowd downtown

Lottery for Free Jackson Memorial Tix (abc news)
Fans will receive free tickets to Jackson's memorial through an online lottery.

WATCH: Did Michael Jackson Take Deadly Drugs? (abc news)

Jackson memorial tickets available in lottery (cnn.com)
Fans must register online for a lottery to win tickets to Tuesday's Michael Jackson memorial at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, organizers said. People who don't have one of the 17,500 free tickets to be handed out should stay away and watch on TV, officials said.

Live - Venus v Serena (bbc news)
Defending champion Venus Williams takes on her sister Serena for the fourth time in a Wimbledon final.

Venus Faces Lil' Sis Serena in 4th Wimbledon Final (abc news)
Venus Williams faces little sister Serena in 4th Wimbledon final at All England Club

Murray sets sights on US Open win (bbc news)
A determined Andy Murray shrugs off his Wimbledon semi-final disappointment and sets his sights on winning the US Open.

Austin: Slight edge to Serena over Venus (msnbc.com)
Austin: It'll be a battle from the baseline in Wimbledon final rematch

Federer seeks 15th Slam vs. Roddick at Wimbledon (yahoo! news)
AP - Rising, rising, rising, high above the most famous patch of grass in tennis, Roger Federer channeled Pete Sampras on match point in the Wimbledon semifinals Friday, tucking both feet back beneath his body and uncorking an overhead smash.

Roddick, Federer advance to Wimbledon final (cnn.com)
American sixth seed Andy Roddick ended Andy Murray's hopes of winning Wimbledon after beating the British number one in four thrilling sets on Centre Court on Friday.

Murray suffers semi-final misery (bbc news)
Britain's long wait for a men's finalist at Wimbledon goes on after Andy Murray loses a nail-biting semi-final against an inspired Andy Roddick in four sets.

Federer, Roddick to Meet in 3rd Wimbledon Final (abc news)
On the cusp of history, Federer awaits Roddick in Wimbledon final for shot at 15th major title

Live - Murray v Roddick (bbc news)
Andy Murray is at one set all in his Wimbledon semi-final against Andy Roddick, after Roger Federer beats Tommy Haas for a place in Sunday's final.

Murray vows he'll bounce back (abc sport)
Andy Murray has vowed to return to Wimbledon a better player next year after Andy Roddick ended his hopes of being a first Briton in the men's final since 1938 with a clinical masterclass of power serving and variation in pace.

Wimbledon at mercy of Williams sisters (yahoo! news)
AFP - Venus and Serena Williams clash in a fourth all-sister Wimbledon final on Saturday determined to prove that their domination of the event is not a backward step for the sport's future welfare.

I'd almost written off slam dream: Roddick (abc sport)
Wimbledon finalist Andy Roddick admits he was so depressed about his game 12 months ago that he was convinced he would never reach another grand slam final.

Federer Seeks 15th Slam Vs. Roddick at Wimbledon (abc news)
14 down, 1 to go: Federer to face Roddick in Wimbledon final, with chance to break Slam mark

Federer, Roddick to meet in Wimbledon final (foxsports.com)
Roger Federer reached his seventh straight Wimbledon final Friday by beating Tommy Haas of Germany 7-6 (3), 7-5, 6-3.Federer won five consecutive titles at the All England Club before losing to Rafael Nadal in last year's final. At this year's tournament, the second-seeded Swiss is trying to win his record 15th Grand Slam title.Federer played excellent tennis Friday, holding serve easily and breaking Haas late in the second and third sets.

Federer, Roddick book Wimbledon title showdown (yahoo! news)
AFP - Roger Federer reached a record 20th Grand Slam final, and a seventh straight Wimbledon title match Friday, while Andy Roddick ended Andy Murray's bid to become the first British champion here since 1936.

Roddick destroys Murray's dream (abc sport)
American Andy Roddick has ended Andy Murray's dream of becoming the first British man to play in a Wimbledon final since 1938, winning their semi-final 6-4, 4-6, 7-6, 7-6 overnight.

Federer storms into seventh straight final (abc sport)
Roger Federer stands one match away from a record 15th grand slam title after snuffing out the challenge of Germany's Tommy Haas 7-6 (7-3), 7-5, 6-3 to reach the Wimbledon final.

Stosur and Stubbs to tackle Williams sisters (abc sport)
Venus and Serena Williams, who will contest the Wimbledon singles final for a fourth time, have reached the final of the women's doubles for a second successive year.

Reports: Turkoglu headed to Toronto Raptors (yahoo! news)
AP - Free agent Hedo Turkoglu will join the Toronto Raptors after spurning the Portland Trail Blazers, according to multiple reports.

Reports: Turkoglu Headed to Toronto Raptors (abc news)
Reports: Former Magic forward Hedo Turkoglu will join Raptors after spurning Trail Blazers

Source: Turkoglu cuts off talks with Blazers (yahoo! news)
AP - Free-agent forward Hedo Turkoglu and the Portland Trail Blazers have ended contract talks, a person close to the team confirmed Friday.

Source: Turkoglu Cuts off Talks With Blazers (abc news)
Source: Free-agent Hedo Turkoglu ends talks with Trail Blazers

Report: Turkoglu agrees to terms with Blazers (yahoo! news)
AP - Hedo Turkoglu reportedly agreed to join the Portland Trail Blazers after helping Orlando reach the NBA finals this season.

Report: Turkoglu Agrees to Terms With Blazers (abc news)
Report: Turkoglu agrees to join Trail Blazers after helping Magic reach NBA finals

Phil Jackson Says He'll Return to Coach Lakers (abc news)
Phil Jackson to return as Lakers coach next year; makes decision after consulting team doctor

Lakers head coach Jackson commits to another season (yahoo! news)
Los Angeles Lakers head coach Phil Jackson will stay in charge for the 2009-10 season, he said on Friday as he ended speculation about his future.

Phil Jackson Says He'll Return to Lakers (abc news)
Phil Jackson to return as Lakers coach next year; makes decision after consulting team doctor

Jackson says he'll return to coach Lakers (foxsports.com)
Phil Jackson is returning to coach the Los Angeles Lakers next season.Jackson announced his decision Friday on the team's Web site. He said he consulted the team doctor about his health before deciding. The Hall of Fame coach turns 64 in September.Jackson led the Lakers to their 15th NBA championship and his record 10th title in June. He says he's confident he can handle another long season."All things point to go!" he says.

Phil Jackson says he'll return to Lakers (yahoo! news)
Phil Jackson will return to coach the Los Angeles Lakers next season, getting a clean bill of health following a record championship season.

Rockets' Yao to wait week before surgery decision (yahoo! news)
AP - Houston Rockets All-Star center Yao Ming will have to wait up to a week before he knows whether he will need surgery on his broken left foot.

VIDEO: Hill on Artest reportedly joining Lakers (foxsports.com)
Lakers fans, don't worry. Even though the unpredictable Ron Artest is set to join L.A., Kobe & Co. will keep him in line, Randy Hill says.

Rockets' Yao to Wait Week Before Surgery Decision (abc news)
Rockets center Yao Ming has to wait up to 1 more week before surgery decision on left foot

Source: Rockets Agree on Multiyear Deal With Ariza (abc news)
Source tells AP that Houston Rockets have reached multiyear deal with Trevor Ariza

Owen completes stunning United move (abc sport)
Michael Owen has joined English champions Manchester United on a two-year contract in a remarkable turnaround for the injury-prone striker.

Owen completes switch to Man Utd (bbc sport)
Manchester United seal the capture of free agent Michael Owen after he signs a two-year deal with the club.

Chelsea sign Man City's Sturridge (bbc sport)
Chelsea sign striker Daniel Sturridge from Premier League rivals Manchester City.

Man Utd close in on shock Owen move (yahoo! news)
AFP - Premier League champions Manchester United's move to sign England striker Michael Owen on a surprise free transfer deal was nearing completion on Friday.

Owen close to shock Man Utd move (bbc sport)
Michael Owen leaves Bridgewater Hospital after undergoing a medical ahead of a proposed free transfer to Premier League champions Manchester United.

Owen set for shock Man Utd move: reports (yahoo! news)
AFP - Premier League champions Manchester United are set to sign out-of-favour England striker Michael Owen on a surprise free transfer deal, according to press reports on Friday.

United linked with shock Owen move (abc sport)
Former European Footballer of the Year Michael Owen may be on the verge of joining Manchester United from relegated Newcastle United, according to several British media reports.

Tiger Moves Into Lead at Congressional (abc news)
Holding it together over a rough patch, Tiger Woods takes lead in AT&T National

Tiger moves into lead at Congressional (yahoo! news)
AP - The best of Tiger Woods came Friday when his game was falling apart.

Tiger moves into the early lead at Congressional (yahoo! news)
AP - Tiger Woods has moved to the top of the leaderboard midway through the second round of the AT&T National with a 4-under 66.

Tiger Moves Into the Early Lead at Congressional (abc news)
Holding it together over a rough patch, Tiger takes early lead of AT&T National

Kim opens with a course-record 62 at Congressional (yahoo! news)
AP - As the tournament host, Tiger Woods took one glance at the leaderboard and realized that overnight rain left Congressional far too soft for his taste at the AT&T National.

Kim Opens With a Course-Record 62 at Congressional (abc news)
With soft greens, Kim shoots 62 and Tiger has to catch him

Kim shoots course-record 62; Tiger 2 back (foxsports.com)
Anthony Kim is regaining a lot of his strength and a little of his swagger. He can only hope his record start Thursday at the AT&T National will allow him to get rid of some frustration built up from a year of not winning.Kim ran off eight birdies over his final 13 holes and set the course record at Congressional with an 8-under 62, giving him a two-shot lead over tournament host Tiger Woods and two others.

Kim takes it to Tiger in Maryland (abc sport)
Holder Anthony Kim has fired a course-record 8-under-par 62 to upstage tournament host Tiger Woods in the opening round of the $US6 million PGA event at Congressional Country Club in Maryland.

Kim dazzles, but Tiger's lurking at Congressional (foxsports.com)
He's chasing a record-setter on a tough course, but Tiger Woods doesn't want sympathy, Robert Lusetich says. He wants it harder.

A Subdued Trading Day in Asia and Europe (nyt > business)
Trading has been subdued as the United States has a day off and many in London focused on the Wimbledon tennis semifinals.

Your Money: A Day Off to Tackle the Financial To-Do List (nyt > business)
Taking time, 10 or 12 hours, to tackle ever-postponed money tasks and clear the books can be lucrative.

A Subdued Trading Day in Asia and Europe (nyt > business)
The declines in Asia?s stock markets were more muted than those on Wall Street and in Europe, but they illustrated the same point: That a pullback is in full swing after a three-month rally.

Happy 'I Forgot Day': A Day to Remember (abc news)
July 2nd is a day to make up for forgotten birthdays and other anniversaries.

GM Awaits Judge's Ruling on Sale Plan (abc news)
General Motors left to wait as judge adjourns hearing without indicating ruling's timing

GM awaits US ruling on sale plans (bbc news)
A new General Motors could emerge from bankruptcy protection soon if a US judge approves its plans to sell assets.

Weekend Decision Is Possible in G.M. Sale (nyt > business)
Lawyers for creditors opposing the G.M. bankruptcy plan say the government?s July 10 deadline is ?not credible.?

GM awaits its fate as closing arguments end (latest financial new...)
Lawyers wrapped up their closing arguments in the GM bankruptcy case Thursday, opening the way for the judge to decide whether to approve or deny the sale of the automaker's assets to a "new GM."

Ford overtakes GM in June sales in Canada (cbc)
June sales at Ford of Canada jumped 25 per cent while sales at General Motors Canada fell 31 per cent, the companies said Thursday.

GM's bondholders: Let's 'negotiate fairly' (latest financial new...)
General Motors returned to bankruptcy court Thursday for closing arguments seeking approval of its plan to restructure and create a "new GM."

June Sales at Ford Fall Less Than G.M. or Chrysler (nyt > business)
June sales figures showed another difficult month for some automakers, yet provided a hint that demand for new vehicles in the U.S. might finally be on the upswing.

Hitachi to sell batteries to GM (bbc news)
Hitachi says it will supply lithium-ion batteries to General Motors to power the company's hybrid cars from next year.

GM seeks sale approval, official sees IPO in 2010 (yahoo! news)
Reuters - If General Motors wins court approval for its asset sale this week, a "New GM" could be ready to make an initial public offering in 2010, a U.S. Treasury official testified in U.S. bankruptcy court on Wednesday.