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Israel's Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman gestures as he embraces the United States Ambassador Susan Rice after speaking during a meeting of the United Nations General Assembly prior to a vote on a resolution on the issue of upgrading the Palestinian Authority's status to non-member observer state in the United Nations headquarters, Thursday, Nov. 29, 2012. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

U.N. recognizes state of Palestine

By Edith M. Lederer - Associated Press

In this photo, released by the Egyptian Presidency, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, left, meets with Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi, right, in Cairo, Egypt, Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2012. (AP Photo/Egyptian Presidency)

Israel: Palestinian U.N. bid could threaten accords

By Amy Teibel - Associated Press

‘Fiscal cliff’ uncertainty clouds Va. budgeting

By Bob Lewis - Associated Press

**FILE** Michael D. Smigiel Sr. (Associated Press)

Online petitions prove to be plus and minus for Maryland’s GOP relevancy

By David Hill - The Washington Times

**FILE** The Jewish neighborhood of Pisgat Zeev in east Jerusalem is seen here on July 29, 2009, with the Shuafat refugee camp (background) and Israel's separation barrier running between them. (Associated Press)

Israel moves ahead building of 1,200 settler homes

By Amy Teibel - Associated Press

Sisters Juasmine (left) and Jualece Huff campaign Tuesday outside of Winston Churchill High School in Potomac for Question 7, which would expand gambling in the state, because they think it will result in jobs and money for education. (Barbara L. Salisbury/The Washington Times)

Lucky 7 or snake eyes? Gambling expansion wins in Maryland

By Megan Poinski - The Washington Times

Dr. Karen Remley. Photo from Virginia Department of Health

Va. Health Commissioner resigns over abortion clinic regulations

By David Sherfinski - The Washington Times

Sen. Edward J. Kasemeyer (left), Baltimore County Democrat and chairman of the Senate Budget and Taxation Committee.

’13 Maryland budget forecasts doubt new tax hikes

By David Hill - The Washington Times

“Maryland needs an independent redistricting commission,” said Phil Andrews, a Democratic member of the Montgomery County Council. (Barbara L. Salisbury/The Washington Times)

Democrats reach across aisle to oppose Maryland redistricting

By David Hill - The Washington Times

Virginia Democratic panel bucks voters on amendment

By David Sherfinski - The Washington Times

Md. municipalities seek more state road funds

By David Dishneau - Associated Press

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas addresses the 67th session of the U.N. General Assembly at the world body's headquarters on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)

Abbas accuses Israel of ‘ethnic cleansing’

By Aron Heller - Associated Press

Illustration by Alexander Hunter for The Washington Times

SWETT AND JASSER: No human rights without religious freedom

By Katrina Lantos Swett and M. Zuhdi Jasser

Neil C. Parrott (AP photo)

7 ballot questions could shape Maryland’s future

By David Hill - The Washington Times

Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley signed a bill into law Wednesday that will allow a referendum in November on table games and casino expansion. In Prince George’s County, some argue a county casino will hurt local residents and benefit only wealthy developers. (Associated Press)

P.G. County could prove key to casino referendum feud

By David Hill - The Washington Times

Delegates Norman Conway (left) and Luiz Simmons read through a summary and financial analysis as they wait for the debate on the gambling bill to begin at the State House in Annapolis. There were 39 amendments to be considered. The legislative session extended into the night Tuesday. (Barbara L. Salisbury/The Washington Times)

Maryland gambling expansion passes General Assembly

By David Hill - The Washington Times

** FILE ** (J.M. Eddins Jr./The Washington Times)

Maryland assembly to show its hand on gambling

By David Hill - The Washington Times

**FILE** Palestinian mourners carry the body of Akram Badr, 46, during his funeral July 31, 2012, in the village of Beitillu near in the West Bank city of Ramallah. Badr was killed the previous day at a checkpoint by the Israeli security forces near Jerusalem. (Associated Press)

Palestinians brace for repercussions over U.N. bid

By Mohammed Daraghmeh - Associated Press

Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley has decided to call a special legislative session in early August to consider allowing a sixth casino and table games in the state. The taxation level is an issue. (Associated Press)

O’Malley calls August session to mull casino, table games in Maryland

By Emily Hatton - The Washington Times

Neil C. Parrott (AP photo)

Congressional map foes say enough names were gathered

By Emily Hatton - The Washington Times