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Leading the News
Thai Protests Cancel Summit . . . A summit of Asian leaders in Thailand is cancelled after anti-government protesters break into the venue. BBC
Pirates Warn Against Rescue Attempt . . . Say it would result in "disaster." They hope to transfer hostage to a bigger vessel. BBC
White House Weighs Options on Somali Extremists . . . Some in military favor training camp strikes, while others advocate a more patient, diplomatic approach. Washington Post
Politics
Obama Turns Cautious on Climate Change . . . Proclaims broad goals while remaining aloof from details of climate legislation now in Congress. New York Times
The Obama Church Lottery . . . Washington houses of worship angle to become the religious home of the First Family. New York Times
Bush in Repose . . . Back in Texas, former president adheres to basic philosophy: his legacy is yet to be determined. Washington Post
Breast Cancer Bill Opposed . . . Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., disclosed her cancer and pushed bill to raise risk awareness. But experts say it may do harm. McClatchy Newspapers
Republicans Search for Their Voice . . . GOP has long way to go before public sees it as constructive and cohesive instead of obstructionist and unruly. McClatchy Newspapers
Obama Sees 'Glimmers' of Hope on Economy . . . Still, experts agree that another round of major government aid will be necessary.
Los Angeles Times
Lawmakers Eschew Obama Immigration Plan . . . Reluctant to touch the topic because it can burn them in primary season.
Christian Science Monitor
National Security
Iraq War Tab Will Top Vietnam's . . . After Congress approves latest funding request, war will have cost about $694 billion, second most expensive behind World War II. Los Angeles Times
UN Coming Together on North Korea Response . . . Japan backing off insistence on harsher statement. Associated Press
Ahmadinejad Wants Action From Obama . . . In interview, suggests outreach should be accompanied by change in policies. Wants seat on Security Council. Der Spiegel
Business
Federal Deficit Sets March Record . . . Increased by $192.3 billion last month and is near $1 trillion just halfway through the fiscal year that ends Oct. 1. Associated Press
Bankruptcy for Bernie . . . Over objections of prosecutors, federal judge clears way for Madoff bankruptcy, which could help those he scammed collect something. New York Times
Banks Ordered to Hide Stress Test Results . . . Regulators fear investors could punish companies with nothing to brag about.
Associated Press
Global Trade Barriers Rising . . . Technical barriers, often called non-tariff or hidden barriers, have increased sharply. Washington Times
Jobs Maintains Hold on Apple . . . More than three months into a medical leave, Steve Jobs remains closely involved in key aspects of running the company. Reuters
Microsoft and Yahoo in Partnership Talks . . . Two companies restart talks on alliance to combat Google. Financial Times
International
Saakashvili Stands Pat . . . Georgian president defies demands he resign as tens of thousands rallying for a second day start a civil disobedience campaign. Wall Street Journal
French Hostage Killed in Rescue From Pirates . . . Shows risks of a military operation against sea bandits. Four hostages, including a small child, were freed. Associated Press
Mexican Drug Violence Spills Onto YouTube . . . Professional singers croon about cartel leaders while images of murdered victims fade one into the next. USA Today
Nigerian Oil Violence Left Over 1,000 Dead in 2008 . . . Rebels say they are fighting for a fair distribution of oil wealth. BBC
Also Today. . .
Space Station Gets a Reprieve . . . U.S. and partners head toward agreement to keep it operating through 2020. Wall Street Journal
A Regular Guy Stuck With Pirates . . . Intense and resolute at sea, kidnapped Capt. Richard Phillips is a more placid land creature.
New York Times
Opponents Take Aim at Iowa Gay Marriage . . . Will step up pressure on lawmakers to changes state Constitution. New York Times
Murder-Suicide at Detroit Area College . . . Community college in lockdown after 28-year-old male student kills 20-year-old aspiring actress and then himself. Detroit News
Is Shroud of Turin Real? . . . Experiments that concluded it was a medieval fake were flawed. Daily Telegraph
Today's Video
Hillary Clinton Chuckles About Pirates . . . CNN
