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Missed Opportunity

You may have noticed the news out of Singapore Wednesday: The host city for the 2012 Olympics (search) was picked. New York was out early and that was a big relief to me, personally. I think New York needs a rest from big events. All that security wears on you. …

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N.Y. 'Mafia Cops' Free on Bail

NEW YORK – Two former police detectives accused of moonlighting as killers for the Mafia (search) walked free on $5 million bail each Thursday as a defense lawyer said he would seek dismissal of the charges. Prosecutors allege that former partners Louis Eppolito (search) and Stephen Caracappa (search) lived double …

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FDA Issues Drug-Suicide Warning

WASHINGTON – The Food and Drug Administration (search) issued a second public warning Friday that adults who use antidepressants should be closely monitored for warning signs of suicide, especially when they first start the pills or change a dose. Much of the concern over suicide and antidepressants has centered on …

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