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Ukraine Gets New Bailout Deal from IMF

The International Monetary Fund has agreed to give Ukraine a new bailout deal worth 15.5 billion euro ($17.5 billion) that could climb to around $40 billion over four years with …

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EU Leaders Set to Debate Anti-Terror Measures

Galvanized by the recent terror attacks in France, European Union leaders on Thursday are debating a range of ambitious steps to better protect their 28 nations, including exchanging airliner passenger …

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Miss. Lawmakers Working to Change State Contract Process

The Mississippi House has passed a bill designed to bring more public scrutiny to state government contracts.

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Senate Doozies: Big Votes on Common Core, Special Needs, Car Stickers

In the Senate, over six hours of debate resulted in lawmakers moving to repeal the Motor Vehicle Safety Inspection Law, ask the federal government to balance their budget, enact the …

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Leaders in Minsk for Crucial Ukraine Peace Talks

The leaders of France, Germany, Russia and Ukraine negotiated into the early hours Thursday to try to find a way to halt the fighting in eastern Ukraine that has killed …

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Obama Asks Fresh War Powers, Says IS Group 'Going to Lose'

Vowing that Islamic State forces are "going to lose," President Barack Obama urged Congress on Wednesday to authorize military action against terrorists who are cutting a swath across the Middle …

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Report: Miss. No. 2 in Lynchings Per Capita

A chilling new report revealed this week reveals that racial terror lynching in the U.S. was much worse than previously believed.

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New Thai

If you enjoy the mix of tanginess, spice and sweetness that is Thai food, you'll soon have another option to choose from in Jackson. Surin of Thailand (3000 Old Canton …

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All that Matters is Love

I think it is important to let my loved one know that he is important every day of my life. When Valentine's Day comes, I don't feel so much pressure …

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Photo courtesy Patty Limatola

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The Fatality of a Broken Heart

Billy Ray Cyrus sang a song about a topic that is also a medically recognized syndrome commonly called broken heart syndrome.

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Five Foolproof First-Date Stops

There's an art to the first date—an awkward, nerve-wracking, constantly on-your-toes art. Thankfully, this year's Best of Jackson Best Place for a First Date finalists are perfect choices for a …

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Saltine Oyster Bar

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Walker's Drive-In

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King Edward Grill

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Babalu Tacos & Tapas

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Single in the Capital

Up until a year ago, I complained that there is nothing to do in the Jackson area. What I've discovered, though, is that there is a lot more to do …