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Susan G. Komen Apologizes for Cutting off Planned Parenthood Funding

abcnews.go.com — Amid a firestorm of controversy, the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation apologized for cutting off funding from Planned Parenthood and vowed to revise its policy that led to that decision. “We want to apologize to the American public for recent decisions that cast doubt upon our commitment to our mission of saving women’s lives,” president and founder Nancy Brinker said in a statement today.
Zach Byron Wolf Political Editor, ABCNews.com, and ABC News Deputy Political Director, ABC News @zbyronwolf
We're told @mikebloomberg will still give $250k to Planned Parenthood. Why not? chump change! http://t.co/JjDofpVe
Sarah Jones Freelance Journalist @SarahJReports
#komen apologizes and reverses Move to cut #plannedparenthood funding http://t.co/6CvCMjrK and http://t.co/AIxkOAeF
Lara Salahi Correspondent, ABC News @LaraSalahiABC
RT @rickklein: Susan G. Komen apologizes, backtracks: http://t.co/ldja8Ih2 #cancer
Richard Besser Health and Medical Editor, ABC News @DrRichardBesser
Great news for women's health! RT @rickklein: Susan G. Komen apologizes, backtracks: http://t.co/MhUmNa3a #cancer
Andrea Smith Radio Producer, ABC News @abcandrea
PR nightmare RT @rickklein: Susan G. Komen apologizes, backtracks: http://t.co/huPWWnfX
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Israel Warns US Jews: Iran Could Strike Here

abcnews.go.com — Israeli facilities in North America -- and around the world -- are on high alert, according to an internal security document obtained by ABC News that predicted the threat from Iran against Jewish targets will increase.
Jason Leopold Deputy Managing Editor, Truth-Out.org @JasonLeopold
Israel Warns U.S. Jews: Iran Could Strike Here http://t.co/vh96kWEu
John Vass Web Editor, Chattanooga Times Free Press @newsman787
RT @ABC: Exclusive: Israel warns US jews: Iran could strike here http://t.co/HfHIFkGN
Brian Ross Chief Investigative Correspondent, ABC News @BrianRoss
Exclusive: #Israel Warns US Jews: #Iran Could Strike Here; Terror Threat to ‘Soft’ US Jewish Targets Rising: http://t.co/4yrclxOv

Tale of a Trend: Unemployment Rates and Presidents

abcnews.go.com — The Obama team has long argued that when it comes to unemployment, it is the trend, not the actual number, that will be important. And the trend, at least for now, looks pretty good (Jan. ’11 to Jan.
Zach Byron Wolf Political Editor, ABCNews.com, and ABC News Deputy Political Director, ABC News @zbyronwolf
Of unemployment and presidential reeelctions: http://t.co/0ZzyqD4g - is it the rate or the trend that's important? @amyewalter
Amy Walter Political Director, ABC News @amyewalter
Check out these year-to-date trendlines on unemployment. 2012 looks more like '84 than '92 (& that's good for Obama) http://t.co/tKz4FsCJ

The Man Behind Rick Santorum’s Money: An Interview with Foster Friess

abcnews.go.com — The man fueling Rick Santorum’s presidential campaign is a Wyoming cowboy with a special interest in conservative cause who wears a tall, white hat and likes to call himself the “man atop the  horse.” He’s also a billionaire.
Zach Byron Wolf Political Editor, ABCNews.com, and ABC News Deputy Political Director, ABC News @zbyronwolf
Meet Foster Friess, Rick Santorum's money man... interviewed by @shushwalshe - http://t.co/ly4khxRZ
Zeke Miller Politics Reporter, BuzzFeed @ZekeJMiller
RT @zbyronwolf: Meet Foster Friess, Rick Santorum's money man... interviewed by @shushwalshe - http://t.co/um6BsTdd
Michael Falcone Deputy Political Director and Political Reporter, ABC News @michaelpfalcone
The man behind Rick Santorum's money: @shushwalshe interviews @FosterFriess http://t.co/YixHxJo5

Israel Warns US Jews: Iran Could Strike Here

abcnews.go.com — Israeli facilities in North America -- and around the world -- are on high alert, according to an internal security document obtained by ABC News that predicted the threat from Iran against Jewish targets will increase.
Margo Howard Syndicated Columnist @Margoandhow
This could be bad news for Miami Beach: ABC: "Threat from Iran against Jewish targets will increase." http://t.co/Q8ZssHZ3

The Super Bowl: Top 5 Memorable Halftime Shows

abcnews.go.com — Credit: Martin Fraser/Getty Images. Madonna, Madonna, Madonna. She’s inescapable these days, in part because she’s headlining the halftime show of the 2012 Super Bowl (XLVI, officially). She’s promised not to pull a Janet and expose herself. She’s pledged to entertain and delight.
Sheila Marikar Entertainment Reporter and Producer, ABC News @SheilaYM
my pics for the top 5 super bowl halftime shows. i was 5 in 1988 but chubby checker really made an impression. http://t.co/T82mWiZk

Dying Dad Jesus Navarro Denied Kidney Transplant Over Immigration Status, but Supporters Try to Help

abcnews.go.com — Support is pouring in for a California man who was denied a kidney transplant because of his immigration status. Jesus Navarro, an immigrant from Mexico, was on an organ donor list for six years before he received word from UC San Francisco's transplant center that he was next in line.
Michael McAuliff Washington Reporter, New York Daily News @mmcauliff
RT @ABC: Dying Dad Jesus Navarro Denied Kidney Transplant Over Immigration Status, but Supporters Try to Help http://t.co/IoNewyuc
Maggie Haberman Senior Political Writer, Politico @maggiepolitico
RT @ABC: Dying Dad Jesus Navarro Denied Kidney Transplant Over Immigration Status, but Supporters Try to Help http://t.co/IoNewyuc
Peter Wade Writer, The Daily @BrooklynMutt
Dying Illegal Immigrant Dad Denied Kidney http://t.co/oqd1Mdbo via @ABC
Ivan Moreno Reporter, Associated Press @IvanJournalist
RT @ABC: Dying Illegal Immigrant Dad Denied Kidney http://t.co/mAnbEmqM
Leezel Tanglao Homepage Editor, ABCNews.com, ABC News @leezeltanglao
Dying Illegal Immigrant Dad Denied Kidney http://t.co/t53acHTg

Obama Swing State Fund Taps Wealthy to Aid Key States

abcnews.go.com — President Obama’s campaign money machine has begun to funnel cash to state Democratic parties in key 2012 battlegrounds, according to Federal Election Commission filings released Tuesday. The transfers through the  Swing State Victory Fund — a joint fundraising account run by  Obama for America — signal a new effort to broaden and strengthen the state-level apparatus working to win the president a second term.
Devin Dwyer Digital Reporter, ABC News @devindwyer
The Obama money machine has begun to funnel cash to state Democratic parties in 11 key battlegrounds > http://t.co/eEaQcWPF

Maine Senator Susan Collins Engaged This Week

abcnews.go.com — A wedding is in the works for Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine. On Sunday, the 59-year-old senator became engaged for the first time to Thomas Daffron, chief operating officer of Jefferson Consulting Group, a lobbyist firm in Washington, D.C.
Sunlen Miller Digital Reporter, ABC News @SunlenMiller
Maine Senator Susan Collins Engaged This Week -- she'll get married this summer http://t.co/haavik8c

Micron CEO Dies in Plane Crash

abcnews.go.com — Steve Appleton, the chief operating officer and chairman of Micron, died Friday morning in a small plane crash in Boise, the company said. He was 51. Micron spokesman Dan Francisco confirmed Appleton's death in a release, and trading in Micron stocks has been halted.
Ed Bott Blogger, ZDNet @edbott
Micron CEO Steve Appleton dies in crash of small experimental plane. http://t.co/wXAKASY4

Super Bowl 2012 Commercials: Campaign Kickoffs

abcnews.go.com — Unemployment Drops to 8.3 Percent Unemployment Drops to 8.3 Percent Alix Steel analyzes the morning business headlines. Super Bowl 2012 Commercials: Campaign Kickoffs Super Bowl 2012 Commercials: Campaign Kickoffs A sneak peek at the new ads debuting during the big game. What you can learn about business from Facebook.
Lucia Moses News Editor, Advertising Week @lmoses
RT @tonymedia: Adweek's Jim Cooper talks Super Bowl spots on ABC News. http://t.co/CmMSnsXr

Romney: Jobs Report ‘Good News,’ But Obama ‘Has Not Helped’

abcnews.go.com — SPARKS, Nev. – Mitt Romney said today’s jobs report is “good news,” but said President Obama has not helped to fix the economy. “This recovery has been slower than it should have been, people have been suffering for longer than they should have had to suffer. Will it get better?
Emily Friedman Writer/Reporter, ABCNews.com, ABC News @EmilyABC
Romney says jobs report "good news" but that Obama "didn't help" http://t.co/R2cycYev

Navy Vets Charity Scammer Hiding in New Mexico?

abcnews.go.com — The United States Marshals Service said it has uncovered fresh evidence suggesting the alleged charity scam mastermind who called himself Bobby Thompson may be hiding in New Mexico. "We've developed some really good leads and we're on those leads," Pete Elliott, a spokesman for the agency, told ABC News.
Brian Ross Chief Investigative Correspondent, ABC News @BrianRoss
#Navy Vets Charity Scammer Hiding in #NewMexico? Bobby Thompson Allegedly Stole $100 M with Fake Charity: http://t.co/n2TruSK4 #ohio

'World's Most Expensive' Pigeon Sold for $328,000

abcnews.go.com — A Chinese shipping magnate spent $328,000 for a Dutch pigeon, a new world record, the Wall Street Journal reported on Feb. 1, 2012. The bird was bred for pigeon racing, which has a cult following in countries like England, Belgium and China.
Richard Winton Crime Writer, LA Times @LAcrimes
RT @ABC: "World's most Expensive" pigeon sold for $328,000 http://t.co/XeNLzErA

Stunning Red Aurora Captured Near Melbourne, Australia

abcnews.go.com — Alex Cherney, a software developer and self-described hobbyist astronomer based near Melbourne, captured a series of stunning Aurora Australis over the Mornington peninsula in Australia. “It was my first visual aurora,” he told ABCNews.com. “I was surprised myself when I saw it.
Andrea Smith Radio Producer, ABC News @abcandrea
Awesomeness! RT @ABC: See the stunning red aurora captured near Melbourne, Australia: http://t.co/JaQDo7PK

Top Eight Comedians Who Ran for Office

abcnews.go.com — Step aside Stephen Colbert, there is a new comedian presidential candidate of the moment. Roseanne Barr filed official paperwork with the FEC Jan. 27th, and is seeking the Green Party nomination for president. Colbert had been the most famous comedian candidate this year.
Zach Byron Wolf Political Editor, ABCNews.com, and ABC News Deputy Political Director, ABC News @zbyronwolf
Roseanne Barr and 7 other comedian candidates. (only 2 got elected) - http://t.co/EYzV94nJ

Anonymous Listens in on FBI, Scotland Yard Hacking Call

abcnews.go.com — The hacking collective Anonymous managed to listen in on a conference call between the FBI and Scotland Yard as the law enforcement officers were discussing anti-hacking operations, the FBI admitted today. Calling it "OpInfiltration," Anonymous members were allegedly able to steal a personal email which included instructions for dialing into the Jan.
Brian Ross Chief Investigative Correspondent, ABC News @BrianRoss
RT @ABCNewsBlotter: #Anonymous Listens in on FBI, Scotland Yard Hacking Call http://t.co/B41LF3sy #OpInfiltration

Suzanne Somers, Joyce Dewitt Lay ‘Three’s Company’ Feud to Rest

abcnews.go.com — It was a reconciliation three decades in the making. This week, Suzanne Somers and Joyce Dewitt buried the hatchet stemming from their “Three’s Company” feud on Somers’ online show, “Breaking Through.”  The two actresses had not spoken since Somers left the sitcom in 1981 over a salary dispute. On stage, the awkwardness was obvious.
Sheila Marikar Entertainment Reporter and Producer, ABC News @SheilaYM
Suzanne Somers reaction to seeing "3's Company" co-star after 30 years: "Holy cowski" http://t.co/kdoYRIz4

Michelle Obama Does 25 Push-Ups

abcnews.go.com — Home > Video > Politics > Political News First lady wins challenge on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show." Obama: Christian Faith Guides Tax Policy Obama: Christian Faith Guides Tax Policy At National Prayer Breakfast, President says "I am my brother's keeper."
Shinan Govani Social Columnist, National Post @shinangovani
RT @ABCPolitics: Watch: Michelle Obama Does 25 Push-Ups http://t.co/7H4p39kC

The Hidden Outbreak: Why Restaurants Stay Anonymous

abcnews.go.com — After a certain fast food chain was linked to an outbreak of salmonella that sent at least 20 people to the hospital last year, food safety officials decided it wasn't necessary to tell consumers which restaurant was allegedly involved.
Brian Ross Chief Investigative Correspondent, ABC News @BrianRoss
The Hidden Outbreak: Why Restaurants Stay Anonymous http://t.co/mybUHGKL #tacobell

Hackers: We Intercepted FBI, Scotland Yard Call

abcnews.go.com — Hackers claim to have intercepted and leaked a sensitive conference call between cybercrime investigators at the FBI and Scotland Yard. Anonymous has released a roughly 15-minute-long recording of what appears to be a Jan. 17 conference call devoted to tracking and prosecuting members of the loose-knit hacking group.
Karen Sloan International Online Video Editor, Associated Press @sloan_5
AP story on hackers claiming to have intercepted, leaked sensitive conference call between FBI, Scotland Yard http://t.co/4fexXMK8

Donald Trump Set To Endorse Mitt Romney In Las Vegas

abcnews.go.com — ABC News’ Michael Falcone reports: Donald Trump will endorse Mitt Romney in Las Vegas on Thursday, sources familiar with the decision tell ABC News. A political aide in Trump’s office spoke directly with Mitt Romney by phone last night before Trump’s private plane took off from New York City to Las Vegas, according to a source familiar with the discussion.
Emily Friedman Writer/Reporter, ABCNews.com, ABC News @EmilyABC
RT @michaelpfalcone: Trump/Romney discussions took place at highest levels, incl Romney campaign mgr Matt Rhoades http://t.co/haT24DOO
Karen Travers White House Reporter, ABC News @karentravers
RT @michaelpfalcone: Trump/Romney discussions took place at highest levels, incl Romney campaign mgr Matt Rhoades http://t.co/trO7CuXS
Charlie Spiering Campaign 2012 Blogger, Washington Examiner @charliespiering
Donald Trump Set To Endorse Mitt Romney In Las Vegas http://t.co/fdL9FKBe
Josh Kraushaar Executive Editor, Hotline, National Journal @HotlineJosh
RT @michaelpfalcone: Trump/Romney discussions took place at highest levels, incl Romney campaign mgr Matt Rhoades http://t.co/PKCOr4Pr
Ashley Parker Reporter, New York Times @AshleyRParker
RT @michaelpfalcone: Trump/Romney discussions took place at highest levels, incl Romney campaign mgr Matt Rhoades http://t.co/Sv3KX49E
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Good Morning America's "Disney Parks Memory Makers" Search

abcnews.go.com — Is there someone you know who is so extraordinary that he or she has changed your life? Wouldn't it be great if Good Morning America and Disney could help YOU … change THEIR life? Well – here's your chance! Enter GMA's "Disney Parks Memory Makers" Search.
Sam Champion Correspondent and Weather Anchor for Good Morning America, ABC News @SamChampion
RT @GMA: Who inspires you? Win them the Disney vacation of a lifetime: http://t.co/BmUeTmgU

Gingrich Says Credit Card Companies Could Help Control Immigration Fraud

abcnews.go.com — If  Newt Gingrich is elected president, he has said he would create a new guest worker program, reform the government’s current e-verify system and maybe even outsource immigration status checks to credit card companies. “We’d be far better off to outsource e-verify to American Express, MasterCard or Visa, because they actually know how to run a program like that without massive fraud,” said Gingrich last September.
Jane Prendergast City Politics Reporter, Cincinnati Enquirer @janeprendergast
RT @ABCPolitics: Gingrich Says Credit Card Companies Could Help Control Immigration Fraud http://t.co/W8vLtOnH

The Man Behind Rick Santorum’s Money: An Interview with Foster Friess

abcnews.go.com — The man fueling Rick Santorum’s presidential campaign is a Wyoming cowboy with a special interest in conservative cause who wears a tall, white hat and likes to call himself the “man atop the  horse.” He’s also a billionaire.
Dan Hirschhorn National Political Correspondent, The Daily @DanTheDaily
RT @ABCPolitics: The Man Behind Rick Santorum's Money: An Interview with Foster Friess http://t.co/NzIRpgbp

Susan G. Komen Foundation Backlash

abcnews.go.com — Home > Video > Politics > Political News Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta sees U.S. shift from combat to advising. Trump Bets on Romney in Vegas Trump Bets on Romney in Vegas Mitt Romney hopes for boost in Nevada following Donald Trump's endorsement. Susan G. Komen Foundation Backlash Susan G.
Richard Besser Health and Medical Editor, ABC News @DrRichardBesser
Watch Claire's report! Thoughts? RT @ABCWorldNews: VIDEO: Susan G. Komen Foundation Backlash @ClaireShipman reports. http://t.co/k5YvWFQ1

Why Would Romney Even Want A Trump Endorsement?

abcnews.go.com — Bobby Bank/WireImage/Getty Images So why would Mitt Romney want an endorsement from a self-promoting billionaire who loves to tell people “you’re fired!” Donald Trump is also more likely to turn voters off than turn them on to Romney. Why would Romney want Trump’s nod when it could be more likely to turn voters off than turn them on to Romney?
Karen Travers White House Reporter, ABC News @karentravers
RT @amyewalter: Why would Romney even want a Trump endorsement? Here's why. http://t.co/PxuFvFgn
Ben Smith Editor-in-Chief, BuzzFeed.com @BuzzFeedBen
.@amywalter speculates on why Romney even wants Trump http://t.co/hAGyEM2n
Amy Walter Political Director, ABC News @amyewalter
Why would Romney even want a Trump endorsement? Here's why. http://t.co/gQUcOmq2

WWJD? Would He Support the Buffett Rule? President Obama Suggests Yes

abcnews.go.com — At the annual prayer breakfast this morning, President Obama suggested that his proposed tax increases on the wealthy are in accordance with the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Timothy P. Carney Senior Political Columnist, Washington Examiner @TPCarney
Theocracy! RT @jaketapper: WWJD? Would He Support the Buffett Rule? President Obama Suggests Yes http://t.co/oQxx114A
Zach Byron Wolf Political Editor, ABCNews.com, and ABC News Deputy Political Director, ABC News @zbyronwolf
Video from Obama on how God would raise taxes - http://t.co/sSH6bNN1
Jake Tapper Senior White House Correspondent, ABC News @jaketapper
WWJD? Would He Support the Buffett Rule? President Obama Suggests Yes http://t.co/6mNZAHyW
Rick Klein Senior Washington Editor, ABC News @rickklein
WWJD? Would He Support the Buffett Rule? President Obama Suggests Yes http://t.co/8BXEoiV3 (via @jaketapper)

Presidential PDA: Presidents and Candidates Kissing

abcnews.go.com — A look at U.S. presidents and presidential candidates kissing their wives.
Laura Davis Legal and Cultural Issues Editor, Yahoo! News @laura_ynews
Looks like Lady Bird was really going all in: RT @zbyronwolf: Awkward photos of politicians kissing their wives - http://t.co/UT9PDndZ
Zach Byron Wolf Political Editor, ABCNews.com, and ABC News Deputy Political Director, ABC News @zbyronwolf
Awkward photos of politicians kissing their wives - http://t.co/X6TgTjuC

President Obama, Democrats, Advertise Trump Endorsement of Romney

abcnews.go.com — On his campaign Twitter account Thursday afternoon, President Obama tweeted out a video of real estate magnate/reality TV star Donald Trump endorsing Republican presidential frontrunner Mitt Romney. “@BarackObama: In case you missed it: http://OFA.BO/FTvUmj,“ the tweet reads, with a link to Associated Press video from the endorsement announcement.
James Taranto Best of the Web Today Columnist, WSJ.com, Wall Street Journal @jamestaranto
Trump is a buffoon, but is there really any reason to think his endorsement will cost Romney votes? http://t.co/W6hKXrra
Jake Tapper Senior White House Correspondent, ABC News @jaketapper
President Obama, Democrats, Advertise Trump Endorsement of Romney > http://t.co/OELnKJZB

TSA Agent Charged With JFK Theft, Latest in Series

abcnews.go.com — A Transportation Security Administration agent stole $5,000 in cash from a passenger's jacket as he was going through security at John F. Kennedy International Airport, authorities said Thursday, the latest in a string of thefts that has embarrassed the agency.
Justin Pritchard National Investigative Reporter, Associated Press @lalanewsman
MT @chawley1: Geez, I keep finding more cases of #TSA agents stealing stuff. @AP story: http://t.co/arW9PIYL
Chris Hawley New York Reporter, Associated Press @chawley1
Geez, I keep finding more cases of #TSA agents stealing stuff. Here's an updated list: http://t.co/TOYLFeRy #avgeek #aviation @nycaviation

Mitt Romney’s Very Poor Answer on ‘Very Poor’

abcnews.go.com — Mitt Romney’s post-Florida interview where he expressed a lack of concern about the “very poor” was an instant-clanker, certain to be revived alongside similar only slightly out-of-context quotes about Romney liking being able to fire people and the personhood of corporations. But to many a conservative ear, that soundbyte wasn’t the worst part of his answer.
Rick Klein Senior Washington Editor, ABC News @rickklein
Newt's comeback to Mitt: "I’m for replacing the safety net with a trampoline." http://t.co/kh4vPH3T
Zach Byron Wolf Political Editor, ABCNews.com, and ABC News Deputy Political Director, ABC News @zbyronwolf
Romney's "very poor" answer was tonally off, but it also botched conservative economic principles, per @rickklein http://t.co/mQUY1gl8
Rick Klein Senior Washington Editor, ABC News @rickklein
Mitt Romney’s Very Poor Answer on 'Very Poor.' What @GroverNorquist @ewerickson @Krauthammer heard... http://t.co/v4wAAZAl

White House Zings Trump - Won’t ‘Comb Over’ Endorsement of Romney

abcnews.go.com — Asked at today’s press briefing if President Obama pursued an endorsement from Donald Trump, White House press secretary Jay Carney took a shot at the real estate mogul’s hair, saying “you know, I’m not going to comb over that question.” When pressed, Carney said “the president made his views on Mr. Trump clear at a dinner that many of you attended,” referring to the 2011 White House Correspondents Dinner, in which the president roasted Mr. Trump.
Jake Tapper Senior White House Correspondent, ABC News @jaketapper
White House Zings Trump -- Won't "Comb Over" Endorsement of Romney > http://t.co/zrE751Wo
Brian Braiker News Editor, Guardian @slarkpope
RT @jaketapper: White House Zings Trump -- Won't "Comb Over" Endorsement of Romney > http://t.co/P3CK4OOQ

Officers Cleared for Using Pepper Spray on Dancers

abcnews.go.com — Two police officers were cleared of wrongdoing Thursday for using pepper spray and a baton on a dozen spectators performing a traditional Polynesian war dance after a Utah high school's losing football game. Uintah County Attorney G.
Jim Naureckas Editor, FAIR's Extra! Magazine @JNaureckas
RT @FearDept: If you don't follow our orders within 17 seconds, we're allowed to torture you: http://t.co/lxZDwLx3 via @JNaureckas @holl ...
Jim Naureckas Editor, FAIR's Extra! Magazine @JNaureckas
We live in a country where if you don't follow a cop's orders within 17 seconds, they're allowed to torture you. http://t.co/w27BivTU

Attorney General Eric Holder Disgusted by Personal Attacks at Fast and Furious Hearing

abcnews.go.com — Attorney General Eric Holder faced attacks on his character and tenure as attorney general at a congressional committee hearing on the gun program known as “Fast and Furious,” which was run by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Rick Klein Senior Washington Editor, ABC News @rickklein
gosh, these Eric Holder days on the Hill always go swimmingly well. http://t.co/hJZvcT79

Giants' DeOssie Will Start Super Bowl With: Tails

abcnews.go.com — One word from Giants special teams captain Zak DeOssie will begin the Super Bowl. With more than 100 million people watching in the United States alone, the long snapper from New York, other Giants captains and their counterparts from New England will see referee John Parry display both sides of a special commemorative coin for the opening toss.
Joe Kay Cincinnati Sports Writer, Associated Press @apjoekay
#Giants' Zak DeOssie will call tails to start #SuperBowl on Sunday vs #Patriots. http://t.co/CeLeSeO5

One Term or Two? Romney, Obama Campaigns Launch Fundraising Duel

abcnews.go.com — If you're looking for the latest sign that the general election campaign is already underway, look no further than the homepages of "Obama for America" and "Mitt Romney for President." On these sites, a head-to-head fundraising duel is taking place over comments both men have made about the prospect of a second Obama term.
Devin Dwyer Digital Reporter, ABC News @devindwyer
One Term Or Two? Romney, Obama Campaigns Launch Fundraising Duel > http://t.co/4MlIzXQU

Parenting the French Way: Is It Better?

abcnews.go.com — We covet their food, their wine and their confounding ability to stay slim while consuming both … but should we be admiring the French for their parenting skills, as well? In her very buzzy new book, “Bringing Up Bebe,” American mom and Paris resident Pamela Druckerman makes the argument that the French have a leg up on rearing their children.
Tanya Mannes Small Business Reporter, San Diego Union-Tribune @TanyaMannes
RT @jennawrites: Unlike most of you, I love everything French. Including people. (And fries* .) http://t.co/IJjztSo5 *yes I know fries a ...

Gwyneth Paltrow Enters the Mommy Wars: ‘Compromise…To Be a Wife’

abcnews.go.com — Gwyneth Paltrow has stepped out of a magazine’s pages and into the mommy wars. In a new interview with Harpar’s Bazaar, the movie star and mother of two, revealed that she advised a girlfriend — an unnamed fellow actress — that she needs “to compromise…to be a wife.” She also talks about being home when her husband returns from work as a way to maintain her marriage and family.
Monica Yant Kinney Metro Columnist, Philadelphia Inquirer @myantkinney
RT @socialmoms: Gwyneth Paltrow Enters the Mommy Wars: ‘Compromise…To Be a Wife’ http://t.co/lM7aXqXy

Nightline 2/01: Stolen Babies? Controversy in Missouri

abcnews.go.com — Watch full episodes of Nightline online at ABC News. Stream Nightline 2/01: Stolen Babies? Controversy in Missouri instantly.
Victor Manuel Ramos Staff Writer, Diversity Issues, Newsday @vmramos
Nightline's report on case where child of undocumented immigrant was given up for adoption by court: http://t.co/Hq0dqmzf #immigration

Trump Backs Romney, Says He Won’t Let ‘Bad Things’ Happen

abcnews.go.com — LAS VEGAS – Real estate mogul Donald Trump endorsed Mitt Romney today in a ballroom of his opulent Las Vegas hotel, saying that Romney won’t “allow bad things to continue to happen to us.” “It’s my honor, real honor, and privilege, to endorse Mitt Romney,” Trump said.
Emily Friedman Writer/Reporter, ABCNews.com, ABC News @EmilyABC
Trump backs Mitt, says Romney won't let "bad things happen" http://t.co/rvGqcLq3

Courtney Love’s Daughter Says She Killed Her Cat, Dog

abcnews.go.com — Credit: Henry Flores/Samus Aran/BuzzFoto.com/Getty Images. We knew Courtney Love was a little crazy, but is she also a pet killer? A 2009 restraining order filed by Frances Bean Cobain against her rock star mother details how Love allegedly killed Frances’ cat by allowing it to get tangled in piles of fabric and killed her dog by letting it swallow Love’s medication.
Sheila Marikar Entertainment Reporter and Producer, ABC News @SheilaYM
BREAKING: Curiosity did not kill the cat. Courtney Love did. http://t.co/zioPxCxy

Toilet Texting, Conference Canning and Bathroom Buying

abcnews.go.com — A new study shows an astonishing number of people are using their cellphones on the john. From web browsing and texting to conference calls and online shopping, it seems this technology-driven world leaves no time for bathroom breaks. 11mark, an integrated marketing agency, surveyed 1,000 American mobile users in October.
Dave Briggs Co-host, Fox and Friends Weekend, Fox News @davebriggstv
On the throne on the phone? Apparently 75% of people admit they talk (or tweet) on the toilet, I do, not now of course. http://t.co/aLJ4RNPE

Fact Check - Obama and the ‘One-Term Proposition’

abcnews.go.com — Three years ago today, a freshly-inaugurated President Obama said of his plan to fix the financial crisis that “if I don’t have this done in three years, then there’s going to be a one-term proposition.” Republicans are marking the anniversary with an election-year Web video insisting that, by his own measure, Obama has failed.
Devin Dwyer Digital Reporter, ABC News @devindwyer
Fact check: Obama and the 'one-term proposition' > http://t.co/jGL18eAW

Trump’s Offer to Obama: I’ll Build a $100 Million White House Ballroom

abcnews.go.com — Donald Trump wants to add-on to the White House – and he doesn’t want to wait to be president to do it.
Karen Tumulty National Political Correspondent, Washington Post @ktumulty
Will President Romney take Donald Trump up on his offer to build a $100-million ballroom for the White House? http://t.co/lhLrv0K9

The White House Defends Requiring Insurance Companies to Cover Contraception Despite Catholic Church Objections- Today’s Q’s for O’s WH - 2/2/12

abcnews.go.com — TAPPER: Two health care issues in the news today. The Susan G. Komen Foundation has decided to stop funding breast cancer screening at Planned Parenthood. Twenty-two Democratic senators just wrote a letter to the Komen Foundation asking them to change that decision. I’m wondering if the White House or President Obama have an opinion.
Jake Tapper Senior White House Correspondent, ABC News @jaketapper
WH Defends Requiring Insurance Cos to Cover Contraception Despite Catholic Church Objections-- Today's Q's for O's WH http://t.co/Tr0UuhLt

Polo Club Founder John Goodman Adopts Adult Girlfriend as His Daughter

abcnews.go.com — A wealthy Florida polo club founder has adopted his longtime adult girlfriend in what attorneys believe may be a legal maneuver to protect his financial assets as he faces a trial for a drunk driving incident that killed a 23-year-old. John Goodman, 48, formally adopted Heather Laruso Hutchins, 42, in October 2011.
John Dickerson Political Correspondent and Analyst, CBS News @jdickerson
Grim. Grim. Polo Club Founder Adopts Girlfriend To duck DUI murder Rap. http://t.co/4S3UAeiI on Fluent News

Michelle Obama Does 25 Push-Ups

abcnews.go.com — Ellen First Lady Michelle Obama isn’t blowing hot air when she stumps on the importance of physical fitness. She proved Wednesday that she’s got the moves to back it up. During a taping of the Ellen Degeneres Show in Los Angeles for an episode that will air this afternoon, Obama accepted – and won – a challenge by Degeneres to see who could do more push-ups on the spot.
Devin Dwyer Digital Reporter, ABC News @devindwyer
Check out First Lady @MichelleObama pumping out 25 push ups... in dress clothes > http://t.co/RUnTTEwo

Gisele Bundchen Asks for ‘Positive Chain’ of Prayer for QB Hubby Tom Brady

abcnews.go.com — (Image Credit: FilmMagic/Getty Images) If you’re an NFL player, the way to win the Super Bowl is practice, practice, practice. If you’re a Brazilian supermodel married to an NFL star, another way to get your hubby the championship ring, it seems, is pray, pray, pray.
Katie Couric Freelance Journalist @katiecouric
Even though I'm rooting for the Giants, I think Gisele's email asking people to pray for her husband was sweet! http://t.co/mPzaXM6x

Taco Bell Linked to Salmonella Outbreak

abcnews.go.com — After weeks of anonymity as "Restaurant Chain A" in an investigation into a salmonella outbreak that infected dozens of people in ten states, Taco Bell has been outed as the "Mexican-style" restaurant chain linked to the dangerous infections.
Brian Ross Chief Investigative Correspondent, ABC News @BrianRoss
No Quiero Salmonella: #TacoBell Linked to Outbreak http://t.co/pKvC9BqJ #lunch -- WATCH tonight on @ABCWorldNews

Stolen Babies? Mother Loses Four Kids

abcnews.go.com — The scars of childbirth were still healing on Amelia Reyes Jimenez's stomach in 2008 when police came to her Phoenix apartment and took her three-month-old daughter from her arms. Three and a half years later, Reyes Jimenez and her four children have become statistics in the U.S. crackdown on illegal immigration.
Brian Ross Chief Investigative Correspondent, ABC News @BrianRoss
Stolen Babies? Immigrant Mom Loses 4 Kids; Mom Deported to #Mexico, 3-Month-Old Taken By Police: http://t.co/TCkhIp3y #phoenix @Nightline

President Obama Bypasses White House Press Corps for Other Q&A Opportunities

abcnews.go.com — President Obama talks to the White House press corps far fewer than his predecessors, but he gives more interviews to a variety of folks, ranging from news anchors to late-night comedians to members of the public via social media. This is the conclusion of a study of such interactions by political science professor Martha Kumar of Towson University.
Jake Tapper Senior White House Correspondent, ABC News @jaketapper
President Obama Bypasses White House Press Corps for Other Q&A Opportunities http://t.co/JorvFsXY

Leslie Carter’s Death: Questions Remain, Funeral Planned

abcnews.go.com — Credit: Kristy Leibowitz/Getty Images. While the cause of Leslie Carter’s death won’t be known for more than a month, preparations for her funeral are underway. She will be buried in western New York next week, Chautauqua County coroner Richard Mackowiak told ABCNews.com.
Sheila Marikar Entertainment Reporter and Producer, ABC News @SheilaYM
There was nothing unusual about Leslie Carter's autopsy. But there are a lot of questions. http://t.co/648BCXbb

The Most Expensive, Failed Primary Campaigns

abcnews.go.com — Republican presidential campaigns released their quarterly filing reports Tuesday, showing that the four remaining campaigns have already spent millions in the battle for the Republican nomination. But only one can win, and for the losers and their donors, that's millions gone down the drain. It's no doubt that running for president is an expensive endeavor.
Zach Byron Wolf Political Editor, ABCNews.com, and ABC News Deputy Political Director, ABC News @zbyronwolf
The 5 most expensive failed primary bids (psst - one of them has the initials WMR) http://t.co/RZvNtVWf

Michael Cohen: The Candidate Donald Trump Endorses Will ‘Lock Up’ GOP Nomination

abcnews.go.com — ABC News’ Michael Falcone reports: Donald Trump’s top political adviser, Michael Cohen, told ABC News on Thursday that Trump’s endorsement could propel one of the Republican presidential candidates all the way to the nomination.
Rick Klein Senior Washington Editor, ABC News @rickklein
slightly bummed that Donald Trump's suggested title of "Godfather of Politics" hasn't quite caught on. http://t.co/5YYTXh5Y #TopLine

Radiation Leak at California Nuclear Power Plant

abcnews.go.com — Baltic Sea Discovery Leads to UFO Chatter Baltic Sea Discovery Leads to UFO Chatter Disc-shaped object resembles Millennium Falcon from "Star Wars." Oldest Drinkable Champagne in the World Oldest Drinkable Champagne in the World Divers exploring a 18th century shipwreck in the Baltic Sea found the bottles.
Lance Ulanoff Editor-in-Chief, Mashable @LanceUlanoff
Officials contained radiation leak at California nuclear power plant http://t.co/EEGuCNcV /via: @ABC

Merck & Co. Swings to Q4 Profit on Lower Charges

abcnews.go.com — Drugmaker Merck & Co. swung to a fourth-quarter profit because of lower acquisition and restructuring charges and slightly higher sales. The company forecast little improvement this year, when its top-selling drug, the allergy and asthma drug Singulair, is set to face competition from cheaper generic versions.
Linda A. Johnson Business Writer, Associated Press @LindaJ_onPharma
Merck returns to profit in Q4 due to slightly higher sales, lower charges from Schering-Plough acquisition: AP http://t.co/Khq3U81G

A Republican Nomination, If Mitt Can Keep It (The Note)

abcnews.go.com — By MICHAEL FALCONE (@michaelpfalcone) and AMY WALTER (@amyewalter) On a day that should have been a triumphant march from Florida, where he scored a decisive victory in Tuesday’s primary, to Nevada, where he looks poised to come out on top in that state’s “first in the West” caucuses on Saturday, it was yet again a tale of two Mitt Romneys.
Michael Falcone Deputy Political Director and Political Reporter, ABC News @michaelpfalcone
Today's @ABC Note: A Republican Nomination, If Mitt Can Keep It http://t.co/ppBcBdBn

McDonald’s Announces End to ‘Pink Slime’ in Burgers

abcnews.go.com — McDonald’s has announced that it will be discontinuing the use of the controversial meat product known as boneless lean beef trimmings in its burgers.
Sarah Lyall London Correspondent, New York Times @sarahlyall
MT@jacobsoboroff McDonald’s vows to stop using vile meat product known as "pink slime" in burgers: http://t.co/va39zLqt
Candice Choi Consumer Finance Reporter, Associated Press @candicechoi
RT @ABC: McDonald’s Announces End to ‘Pink Slime’ in Burgers http://t.co/hyFgMXJw
Adam Rose Night Editor, Huffington Post @adjoro
Just don't tell me what's in a Shamrock Shake RT @ABC: McDonald’s Announces End to ‘Pink Slime’ in Burgers http://t.co/9s7p25ao

Romney Glittered at Minnesota Rally

abcnews.go.com — Mitt Romney appeared covered in glitter before a campaign crowd in Eagan, Minnesota this afternoon. “This is confetti! We just won Florida,” Romney told the crowd. Earlier, his son could be seen wiping glitter off the former Massachusetts governor.
Leezel Tanglao Homepage Editor, ABCNews.com, ABC News @leezeltanglao
Romney Glittered at Minnesota Rally http://t.co/5g1l3NIo
Rick Klein Senior Washington Editor, ABC News @rickklein
not the day after he'd planned... RT @Nightline: Romney Glittered at Minnesota Rally http://t.co/Z3VPHkGB
Emily Friedman Writer/Reporter, ABCNews.com, ABC News @EmilyABC
Now with amazing AP photo -- Romney calls glitter "confetti" and seems pleased to be celebrating Florida win -- http://t.co/2BVWNKKo
Emily Friedman Writer/Reporter, ABCNews.com, ABC News @EmilyABC
And then Romney gets glittered: http://t.co/2BVWNKKo

Philippines: 3 Wanted Terrorist Leaders Killed

abcnews.go.com — The Philippine military says it has killed three most-wanted leaders of the al-Qaida-linked terrorist groups Abu Sayyaf and Jemaah Islamiyah in the southern Philippines. Military spokesman Col. Marcelo Burgos says a military operation early Thursday on Jolo Island killed Abu Sayyaf leader Umbra Jumdail, Malaysian Zulkifli bin Hir, also known as Marwan, and Singaporean Abdullah Ali, who uses the guerrilla name Muawiyah.
Scott Feinberg Awards Blogger and Analyst, The Hollywood Reporter @ScottFeinberg
RT @BreakingNews: Philippine military kills 3 most-wanted leaders of 2 al-Qaida-linked terror groups - AP http://t.co/GABS0qa2

Florida Cements Mitt Romney’s Front-Runner Status (The Note)

abcnews.go.com — By MICHAEL FALCONE (@michaelpfalcone) and AMY WALTER (@amyewalter) TAMPA, Fla. — After days of relentless attacks on his rival Newt Gingrich, Mitt Romney used his victory speech in Florida last night to once again re-focus the race as one between him and President Obama.
Josh Kraushaar Executive Editor, Hotline, National Journal @HotlineJosh
RT @amyewalter:Newt's "46 States To Go" isn't a mssg,it's a war cry.That in nutshell sums up the Gingrich campaign. http://t.co/Tyg5Y7Di
David M. Drucker Political Reporter, Roll Call @DavidMDrucker
RT @amyewalter:Newt's "46 States To Go" isn't a mssg,it's a war cry.That in nutshell sums up the Gingrich campaign. http://t.co/hYPgGnA6
Amy Walter Political Director, ABC News @amyewalter
Newt's "46 States To Go" isn't a message, it's a war cry. And, that in nutshell sums up the Gingrich campaign. http://t.co/fS2EmeNB
Michael Falcone Deputy Political Director and Political Reporter, ABC News @michaelpfalcone
Today's @ABC Note: Florida Cements Mitt Romney's Front-Runner Status http://t.co/44aD1wfX

Obama Campaign Jumps on Romney Comments on ‘the Very Poor’

abcnews.go.com — Fresh off his victory in the Florida primary, Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney handed his Democratic opponents a new quote for them to use in such a way as to suggest he’s a heartless rich guy, the caricature Democrats are determined to draw of him.
John McQuaid Freelance Journalist @johnmcquaid
Someone should explain to Romney that saying "I'm driving the wedge in right here" isn't how a wedge issue works http://t.co/1u4Nmrih
Clara Jeffery Co-Editor, Mother Jones @ClaraJeffery
Romney: "I'm not concerned about the very poor." http://t.co/3CY7huNM #honesty
Jake Tapper Senior White House Correspondent, ABC News @jaketapper
Obama Campaign Jumps on Romney Comments on the "Very Poor" > http://t.co/NLjjY3by

Mitt Romney Calls Leon Panetta’s Afghanistan Withdrawal Announcement ‘Misguided’

abcnews.go.com — LAS VEGAS – Mitt Romney offered harsh criticism of a plan outlined by Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta to possibly withdraw U.S.
Emily Friedman Writer/Reporter, ABCNews.com, ABC News @EmilyABC
Harsh criticism by Romney of Panetta announcing Afghanistan withdrawal plans: http://t.co/1iF34zF3

Primary Calendar: Where Will Romney Take His Momentum?

abcnews.go.com — (Image Credit: Emmanuel Dunand/AFP/Getty Images) Mitt Romney logged a big win in Florida on Tuesday, and the next stretch of states could favor him heavily.
David M. Drucker Political Reporter, Roll Call @DavidMDrucker
MT @zbyronwolf: W/ exception of AZ, Romney's losing 2008 campaign won every state up for grabs in Feb '12. http://t.co/WlxCZP1R @c_good
Zach Byron Wolf Political Editor, ABCNews.com, and ABC News Deputy Political Director, ABC News @zbyronwolf
With the exception of Arizona, Romney's losing 2008 campaign won every state up for grabs in February in 2012. http://t.co/HYRtk5O0 @c_good
Zach Byron Wolf Political Editor, ABCNews.com, and ABC News Deputy Political Director, ABC News @zbyronwolf
Romney has 71 delegates. He needs 1,144. The complete calendar and delegate guide from c_good - http://t.co/HYRtk5O0

Nuclear Plant Leak in Southern California

abcnews.go.com — Adoption Outrage: Whose Child Is This? Adoption Outrage: Whose Child Is This? Tug-of-love over undocumented immigrant's child in Missouri. Nuclear Plant Leak in Southern California Nuclear Plant Leak in Southern California Radiation leak found at nuclear power plant north of San Diego.
David Wright Correspondent, ABC News @abcdavid
RT @ABCWorldNews: VIDEO: Nuclear Plant Leak in Southern California @abcdavid reports. http://t.co/fTSNYLvz

Money Wars: Obama Dominates Fundraising Battle

abcnews.go.com — The general election is still 10 months away, but the most expensive election in U.S. history is well under way. Campaign finance reports due Tuesday show the money race is on as GOP candidates fill their war chests for a fierce primary battle and President Obama stockpiles millions for the general election.
Richard Florida Writer, The Atlantic @Richard_Florida
The Investment Theory of Politics - @ABC Obama Dominates Fundraising Battle, Romney Bests GOP Rivals - http://t.co/6YLJFZBq

Warm Winter Weather

Sarah Maslin Nir City Room Blogger, New York Times @SarahMaslinNir
RT @ABC: 2/3rds of US saw temps over 50 degrees on Jan 31st http://t.co/sUsRiXF8

What Earnings Reports Have Revealed About Ads

Jeanine Poggi Media Reporter, Advertising Age @jpoggi
RT @CreativeAdView: What Earnings Reports Have Revealed About Ads - ABC News http://t.co/HVHrMi1f

San Onofre Nuclear Plant Closed After Radiation Leak

abcnews.go.com — (Image Credit: Lenny Ignelzi/AP Photo) A small quantity of radioactive gas leaked inside one of the buildings at San Onofre nuclear power plant north of San Diego, according to a spokesman for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. The spokesman said the radiation levels were “barely measurable,” but concern was high enough to shut the plant down.
David Wright Correspondent, ABC News @abcdavid
So Cal radiation leak. Our @ABCWorldNews story tonight. San Onofre insists no danger to public or plant workers. http://t.co/QSas9Nj5

Romney ‘Not Concerned About the Very Poor’

abcnews.go.com — GOP front-runner Mitt Romney said this morning that he’s not concerned about the plight of the country’s very poor because there are social safety nets that take care of them. “I’m in this race because I care about Americans,” Romney told CNN’s Soledad O’Brien this morning after his resounding victory in Florida on Monday.
Emily Friedman Writer/Reporter, ABCNews.com, ABC News @EmilyABC
Romney explains comment about the poor during a gaggle en route to Minnesota -- says they have a safety net. More here: http://t.co/XYG1e2Tz
Rick Klein Senior Washington Editor, ABC News @rickklein
the morning after... Romney: "Not Concerned About the Very Poor" http://t.co/5KUhHPBC

Pfizer Recalls Birth Control Pills, Cites Packaging Error

abcnews.go.com — Women taking two types of birth control pills made by the drug manufacturer Pfizer may be at risk for unintended pregnancies because of a packaging screwup. The pharmaceutical manufacturer recalled nearly 1 million birth control pills after realizing that some of the placebo pills were placed within the daily active pill cycle.
Sarah Armaghan Reporter, New York Daily News @ArmaghanS
RT @ABC: Pfizer's Birth Control Pill Mix Up Could Cause Unintended Pregnancies http://t.co/cdLD3YQs

Facebook IPO: Mark Zuckerberg’s Letter

abcnews.go.com — Peter Foley/Bloomberg via Getty Images LETTER FROM MARK ZUCKERBERG Following is the full text of the letter Facebook’s CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, included when the company filed Wednesday for an initial public offering of stock with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Facebook was not originally created to be a company.
Ned Potter Science and Technology Producer, ABC News @NedPotterABC
#Facebook files for IPO: Mark Zuckerberg letter, full text - @ABC News http://t.co/O7iezolV

Sugar as Dangerous as Alcohol and Tobacco?

abcnews.go.com — Is sugar as dangerous as alcohol and tobacco? One group of researchers from the University of California, San Francisco, says so. And they are urging a tax on sugary treats and some action by the government to get Americans to cut back on sugar.
Helen Bennett City Editor, New Haven Register @newsgirlct
RT @ABC: Is sugar as dangerous as alcohol and tobacco? http://t.co/IVmKP543 One group of researchers says yes.

Facebook IPO: $5 Billion Filing With SEC to Sell Stock

abcnews.go.com — Facebook, in one of the world's most widely anticipated IPOs, or initial public offerings of stock, filed papers this afternoon to raise at least $5 billion and begin to sell stock this spring. The filing was made online with the Securities and Exchange Commission in Washington.
Jack Schofield Columnist, Guardian @jackschofield
Facebook IPO: $5 Billion Filing to Sell Stock in May, reports ABC News (story + 8-minute video) http://t.co/rTAM6Ipi

Don Cornelius’ Suicide Reveals Troubled Life of ‘Soul Train’ Founder

abcnews.go.com — Credit: John Hayes/AP Photo. Don Cornelius’ death from a self-inflicted gunshot wound has drawn new attention to the dark side of the “Soul Train” founder. Cornelius, 75, was plagued by health problems in the last three decades of his life.
Leezel Tanglao Homepage Editor, ABCNews.com, ABC News @leezeltanglao
Don Cornelius Suicide: Dark Side of 'Soul Train' Founder http://t.co/sWuEoczW

Obama Targets Black Voters in New Campaign

abcnews.go.com — President Obama today launched an aggressive, targeted effort aimed at engaging African-American supporters for his 2012 campaign. “I don’t think there’s a better time than African-American history month to consider the tremendous progress we’ve made through the sacrifices of so many, or a better time to recommit to the challenges we face right now,” Obama says in a video to supporters posted on his campaign’s blog.
Devin Dwyer Digital Reporter, ABC News @devindwyer
Obama courts black voters at start of African-American History Month > http://t.co/lLfGzFN0

Ali Wentworth Gives Moms a ‘Daily Shot’ in New Web Series

abcnews.go.com — She’s a comedian, author, TV producer and mom of two, who just happens to be married to “Good Morning America” co-anchor George Stephanopoulos … and now you can add “web series host” to Ali Wentworth’s list of achievements.
Alice Gomstyn Producer, ABCNews.com, ABC News @AliceGomstyn
Need an afternoon laugh? @AliEWentworth has a new mom-friendly web series http://t.co/U2H5Caw8

Fresh Off Florida Win, Romney Focuses Attacks on Obama

abcnews.go.com — EAGAN, Minn. – Hours after his win in Florida’s primary, Mitt Romney held a rally today in a suburb of Minneapolis where he maintained a sharp focus on President Obama. “We need leadership now in our country and we don’t have it now in our president,” Romney said to a crowd of about 300 in a warehouse filled with idle golf carts.
Emily Friedman Writer/Reporter, ABCNews.com, ABC News @EmilyABC
Fresh of Florida win, Romney keeps focus on Obama during Minnesota rally: http://t.co/IOBrL7pk

Romney Glittered at Minnesota Rally

abcnews.go.com — Mitt Romney appeared covered in glitter before a campaign crowd in Eagan, Minnesota this afternoon. “This is confetti! We just won Florida,” Romney told the crowd. Earlier, his son could be seen wiping glitter off the former Massachusetts governor.
Zach Byron Wolf Political Editor, ABCNews.com, and ABC News Deputy Political Director, ABC News @zbyronwolf
Video: Romney appears to have been glittered - http://t.co/FvaXaskG @emilyabc

The Bank Fee and Construction on the Oval Office - Today’s Q’s for O’s WH - 2/1/2012

abcnews.go.com — TAPPER: Mr. Secretary, wasn’t it two years ago that the administration first proposed the bank fee? Am I right about that? January 2010? DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT SECRETARY SHAUN DONOVAN: I believe that’s correct. TAPPER: Is this — this is the same type of bank fee that you’re talking about?
Jake Tapper Senior White House Correspondent, ABC News @jaketapper
The Bank Fee and Construction on the Oval Office -- Today's Q's for O's WH > http://t.co/GAxFQ4w4

Planned Parenthood Defends Obama Against Catholic Criticism

abcnews.go.com — Following a barrage of criticism of the Obama administration from the Catholic Church, Planned Parenthood today launched a national TV ad campaign praising newly mandated contraception coverage in health insurance plans, including those offered by religiously affiliated institutions.
Devin Dwyer Digital Reporter, ABC News @devindwyer
Planned Parenthood out with new ad defending Obama in spat with Catholic Church over contraception > http://t.co/utfoJ9WY

Adoption Battle Over 5-Year Old Boy Pits Missouri Couple Vs. Illegal Immigrant

abcnews.go.com — A tug-of-war over a five-year-old boy is at the center of a national debate over parental rights and immigration, and a sign of what critics say is a growing trend in which immigrants are being deemed unfit parents because they crossed the border illegally.
Brian Ross Chief Investigative Correspondent, ABC News @BrianRoss
Stolen Babies? Children Caught in Tug of War http://t.co/eloqTkkc

Insider Attacks From Afghan Soldiers 'Dramatically' Increasing: Official

abcnews.go.com — The number of friendly-fire attacks on U.S. and allied forces by Afghan soldiers or private contractors has "dramatically increased" in recent years, but top government and defense officials said today a majority were not the work of dedicated insurgents.
Brian Ross Chief Investigative Correspondent, ABC News @BrianRoss
RT @ABCNewsBlotter: Insider Attacks From #Afghan Soldiers 'Dramatically' Increasing: DoD http://t.co/uhNXm9c8 #afghanistan #military

Risk-Loving Mom Straps on Toddler for Cliff Climb

abcnews.go.com — (Image Credit: aimevenhigher.blogspot.com) ABC News’ Simon McGregor-Wood reports: Britons were shocked this morning to see the photo of rock-climbing fanatic Menna Pritchard climbing a 30-foot rock face with 2-year-old daughter Ffion strapped to her back. Readers and commentators were especially critical of  toddler Ffion’s not wearing a helmet.
Alice Gomstyn Producer, ABCNews.com, ABC News @AliceGomstyn
Strap on a toddler, climb a cliff...just another day for one U.K. mom http://t.co/xHnhwmac

Federal Investigation Finds Indoor Tanning Salons Deny Health Risks to Customers

abcnews.go.com — The results are in when it comes to tanning salons, and the findings are illuminating. An overwhelming amount of tanning salons do not tell the truth when it comes to the health risks of indoor bronzing, according to an investigative report conducted by members of the U.S. House of Members of the U.S.
Sam Champion Correspondent and Weather Anchor for Good Morning America, ABC News @SamChampion
RT @ABC: Tanning salons lie about health risks to patrons, finds Congressional investigation http://t.co/11636MRZ ( I THOT SO!

Pop Fairy Tale? Hanson and Their Fan Wives

abcnews.go.com — Remember these guys?   Zac, Isaac and Taylor Hanson, left to right, arrive at Radio City Music Hall in New York, for the 40th annual Grammy Awards show, Feb. 25, 1998. (Todd Plitt/AP)   For fans of a certain age, Hanson will always be the fresh-faced teen trio who ”MMMBop”-ed their way into the hearts of pop music lovers in the late 1990s.
Kristi Eaton Reporter, Associated Press @KristiEaton
RT @ABC: The #Hanson brothers each met future wives at... Hanson concerts. Ultimate fan's dream? http://t.co/b4X227ol #Hollywed @hansonmusic