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Whitney Houston dies at 48

Whitney Houston, who reigned as pop music's queen until her majestic voice and regal image were ravaged by drug use, erratic behavior and a tumultuous marriage, has died.

Slideshow: A look at Houston's career

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After three days of controversy, the Susan G. Komen for the Cure breast-cancer charity says it is reversing its decision to cut breast-screening grants to Planned Parenthood.  
 
A's GM Billy Beane says he wants an anchor for the middle of the lineup, but declined to address if he's pursuing Manny Ramirez or Magglio Ordonez.  
 
DAVID MCNEW
Tesla Motors on Thursday showed off a prototype of its Model X, a battery-powered SUV that represents the company's bet that consumers will buy a range of electric vehicles spun from a common platform.

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