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USA TODAY: up-to-date coverage of U.S. and international news, weather, entertainment, finance, and more. Having trouble viewing this email? | View it in your browser January 07 January 07     FOLLOW US      NEWS SPORTS LIFE MONEY TECH TRAVEL OPINION WEATHER USATODAY.COM   NEWS   olympics   Lindsey Vonn won't compete in Sochi Olympics     "I am devastated to announce that I will not be able to compete in Sochi," Vonn said.     Read Story     nation           Voluntary government checkpoints spark backlash Voluntary government checkpoints on DUI create a backlash in some cities.     world           Dennis Rodman gets angry in Pyongyang Former NBA star refuses to criticize dictator in North Korea.     tv           'Bachelor' Juan Pablo meets girls, things get awkward 'Bachelor' Juan Pablo meets his 27 female suitors, and there are some awkward moments.     Advertisement   world           Russian, Chinese ships escape Antarctic's icy grip The Russian research ship had been stuck in the ice field since Christmas Eve.     ncaaf           How Florida State proved itself by not winning big Analysis: Florida State's championship victory reveals more with less scoring.     ncaaf           BCS Championship grades for Florida State, Auburn USA TODAY Sports' Paul Myerberg takes a look at the performances Monday night.     politics           Unemployment benefits extension wins key Senate vote The Senate passed a critical test vote for an extension of jobless benefits for the long-term unemployed.     world           Jet almost hits UFO? Pilot of Airbus A320 flying near London's Heathrow Airport reported almost hitting an object.     weather           Records fall as deep freeze grips Midwest, East Brutal temperatures are forcing those in the Midwest, East into virtual hibernation.     The Day In Pictures Gallery An eagle catches a fish in the icy cold waters of the Des Moines River near downtown Des Moines.     Popular Stories Lindsey Vonn won't compete in Sochi Olympics Voluntary government checkpoints spark backlash Dennis Rodman gets angry in Pyongyang     SPONSORED LINKS   To forward this e-mail to a friend, click here You are currently subscribed to this newsletter with the address: hassan.raza.khan644.brightlight644@blogger.com. To UNSUBSCRIBE, please click here. Manage Subscriptions | Help | Advertise | Home Delivery Privacy Policy - Your California Privacy Rights © 2014 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Co. Inc. 7950 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, VA 22108