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US man behind anti-Muslim film ordered jailed

LOS ANGELES - A U.S. judge has determined that an Egyptian-born man behind a crudely produced anti-Islamic video that inflamed parts of the Middle East is a flight risk and ordered him detained.


Apple CEO Tim Cook says 'Extremely sorry' about Apple maps

NEW YORK - Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company is "extremely sorry" for the frustration its Maps application has caused and it's doing everything it can to make it better. In the meantime, he recommended that people use competing map applications to get around.



Romney says Pennsylvania win would be a "shock"

PHILADELPHIA - Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney campaigned Friday on an uphill battle for Pennsylvania, acknowledging it would be a "shock" if he were able to overcome President Barack Obama's lead in the state.



Obama, Romney campaign in each other's shadow

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. - President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney campaigned in each other's shadow for a third straight day, hunting for votes already beginning to be cast and arguing over who would be the better job creator.


NYC to round out skyline with tallest Ferris wheel

NEW YORK - The Big Apple is getting another "biggest": the world's tallest Ferris wheel, part of an ambitious plan to draw New Yorkers and tourists alike to the city's so-called "forgotten borough."



Suspect in killing was "Sons of Anarchy" actor

LOS ANGELES - It was unclear Thursday whether "Sons of Anarchy" actor Johnny Lewis fell or jumped to his death after apparently killing his landlady at a hillside home near Hollywood, police said Thursday.


Muncie Habitat for Humanity to visit Bolivia

Ten Muncie residents will be traveling with the Muncie Habitat for Humanity to Cochabamba, Bolivia on Friday in efforts to establish a strong bond with the Bolivians.


WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL: Ball State faces familiar foe Friday

When Ball State travels to Northern Illinois for its third conference match of the season, it will be the first time the two have played since Northern Illinois eliminated Ball State in the 2011 Mid-American Conference tournament.