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Negotiators say they are close to a deal to strengthen border security provisions in the Senate immigration bill, an agreement designed to draw more Republican votes and significantly strengthen the bill’s prospects of becoming law.
Don’t let their small statures fool you: Dogs may be man’s best friend, but guinea pigs have long courted their own devoted following. The zeal of their supporters runs deep: A suit of chain mail armor for guinea pigs is currently going for over $23,000 on Ebay, and "pignics" for owners and their pets are proving popular.
ROME, Italy - James Gandolfini’s teenage son called for help after discovering his father collapsed in a bathroom, according to the manager of the Italian hotel where the “The Sopranos” star was staying. The Emmy-winning actor was later pronounced dead aged 51.