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The president lauded the international community Tuesday for its unified effort on Libya. But on Wednesday the prospect of the Palestinians seeking U.N. recognition of their statehood could throw a wrench into the administration's diplomatic works. Although the U.S. says it will veto such a move, it faces criticism from some allies.

"Don't ask, don't tell" is no more. The policy barred openly gay, lesbian or bisexual people from serving in the military. Gay rights groups held Repeal Day celebrations across the country. One celebration took place in New York City at the historic Stonewall Inn, the birthplace of the gay rights movement.

Shane Bauer and Josh Fattal have been held since July 2009. Along with a third American, who was released last year, they were convicted of spying. The three say they were hiking along the Iraq-Iran border and got lost.

The department's been guilty of some "extravagant" spending at conferences in recent years, its inspector general says. Justice officials say reforms have already begun.

His attorneys say they'll challenge ballistics evidence. The convicted killer is due to be executed in Georgia this evening. Other top stories: Afghans mourn Rabbani, the Federal Reserve's "operation twist" is explained, and Reno death toll is 11.

The president has "let me loose" to hit the campaign trail, Biden told supporters Tuesday. Meanwhile, a new poll shows a majority of voters believe the president will lose "to any Republican" next year.

Sales of existing homes rose 7.7 percent in August from July, the National Association of Realtors says.

There are $1,000 prizes to be had for the best essays about how medical decisions affect the cost of care. There are separate categories for patients and clinicians. And the essays can reveal cost horrors or smart ways the system does more with less.

According to media reports, H-P's directors are discussing the replacement of current CEO Leo Apotheker. Whitman, who was CEO of eBay and the 2010 GOP candidate for governor of California, is on H-P's board.

"We walk away with a great sense of gratitude, of finality, and of astonishment at all we have accomplished," the band says. "To anyone who ever felt touched by our music, our deepest thanks for listening."