20 June 2011: Morning
By The Morning News
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Nearly 200 of Obama's biggest backers obtained administration posts for themselves or their spouses.
Putin spokesman zealously defends hiring former "Miss Moscow" finalist to join Putin's traveling photographers.
Examples from Miss Moscow's photo portfolio.
Design decisions made in 2006 by Twitter's founders led to Anthony Weiner's demise.
On average, ten people killed each day crossing Mumbai's train tracks.
Police dogs can distinguish between identical twins.
Hitchen excoriates David Mamet's turn to conservatism.
Op: Celebrity covers sell magazines; they unfortunately provide no other editorial value.
Campaign by "Americans for Fairness in Awarding Journalism Prizes" to win The Onion a Pulitzer.
Furthermore, gangs and cults. And obesity. At press time, Barack Obama.
Sasha Frere-Jones, while bashing middle-aged moms, says three women rule current pop.
Winehouse comeback concert called "worst in the history of Belgrade."
Smartphone app promises lawyer in 15 minutes; subscription plan "aimed at young people" (potential offenders?) is $5/month.
McIlroy becomes U.S. Open's youngest winner, setting record for most strokes under par.
Brief guide to this summer's pick-up basketball season, including annoying players you'll meet.
Racquets from Nadal, Djokovic, Federer compared; Nadal's sells best, Federer's is suitable for no one else.
The ubiquity of the fist pump should not be taken as a symptom of loutishness. Geoff Dyer on the beauty of tennis.
