Welcome to Monday, the 74th anniversary of the debut of Tom & Jerry. Here are some news items to get your week started.
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Nelson Mandela
— In New Jersey, a U.S. attorney investigates his predecessor, the governor.
— These split sentences look good on paper.
— A lawsuit involving e-gambling is a sure bet in Minnesota.