Weiner Heads to Rehab
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Weiner Heads to Rehab

As calls for his resignation grew louder Saturday, Rep. Weiner announced he would go on leave from Congress and check into an unspecified treatment facility to become a "healthier person."

Obamas Secret Afghan Exit Formula
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Obamas Secret Afghan Exit Formula

Obama has a hush-hush plan for Afghan troop withdrawal—and he hopes it will satisfy those pushing for a quick exit and the diehards determined to stay, Leslie H. Gelb reports exclusively.

Lady Gaga Schools the Pope
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Lady Gaga Schools the Pope

The pop diva's appearance at a gay-pride rally in Rome this weekend had revelers ecstatic—and the pontiff on the defense. Barbie Latza Nadeau reports from the wild scene

Yemen Billionaire Eyes Presidency
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Yemen Billionaire Eyes Presidency

With the strategic Middle Eastern country's leader wounded, a wealthy businessman is eyeing the presidency. Get ready for a titanic showdown. By Babak Dehghanpisheh.

Palins Lighter Side
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Palins Lighter Side

From her "unflippinbelievable" remarks to requests for low-carb foods,the Palin's emails reveal some oddball quirks. By Shushannah Walshe and ABC News' Michael Falcone.

New Yorks Gay Marriage Push
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New Yorks Gay Marriage Push

Thanks to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, New York could be the first state to legislatively legalize gay marriage. John Avlon on why a victory would be a crucial defeat for marriage-equality opponents.

Stars Best Twitter Pics
 
Stars Best Twitter Pics

Jim Carrey takes a bath, Brooklyn Decker gets sweaty, and Willow Smith has fun backstage. See pictures of stars' Twitter photos.

The Week in Weiner Comedy
 
The Week in Weiner Comedy

This week, everyone was talking about Anthony Weiner's social media antics. From Jon Stewart to Bill Maher and Jane Lynch, watch video of the week in Weinergate reactions.

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Weiner Heads to Rehab

As calls for his resignation grew louder Saturday, Rep. Weiner announced he would go on leave from Congress and check into an unspecified treatment facility to become a "healthier person."

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Obama's Secret Afghan Exit Formula

Obama has a hush-hush plan for Afghan troop withdrawal—and he hopes it will satisfy those pushing for a quick exit and the diehards determined to stay, Leslie H. Gelb reports exclusively.

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Lady Gaga Schools the Pope

The pop diva's appearance at a gay-pride rally in Rome this weekend had revelers ecstatic—and the pontiff on the defense. Barbie Latza Nadeau reports from the wild scene.

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Yemen Billionaire Eyes Presidency

With the strategic Middle Eastern country's leader wounded, a wealthy businessman is eyeing the presidency. Get ready for a titanic showdown. By Babak Dehghanpisheh.

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Palin's Lighter Side

From her "unflippinbelievable" remarks to requests for low-carb foods, the Palin's emails reveal some oddball quirks. By Shushannah Walshe and ABC News' Michael Falcone.

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New York's Gay Marriage Push

Thanks to Gov. Andrew Cuomo, New York could be the first state to legislatively legalize gay marriage. John Avlon on why a victory would be a crucial defeat for marriage-equality opponents.

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Stars' Best Twitter Pics

Jim Carrey takes a bath, Brooklyn Decker gets sweaty, and Willow Smith has fun backstage. See pictures of stars' Twitter photos.

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The Week in Weiner Comedy

This week, everyone was talking about Anthony Weiner's social media antics. From Jon Stewart to Bill Maher and Jane Lynch, watch video of the week in Weinergate reactions.

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Maher and Lynch's NSFW Weiner Act

If this doesn't teach you not to abuse Facebook, nothing will. Bill Maher and Jane Lynch did a very NSFW and graphic dramatic reading of Anthony Weiner's dirty messages with one of his social media trysts. Click here for more videos.

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