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9 unbelievable American headlines
From cocaine-contaminated lakes, to an argument over an apostrophe, these American headlines from last week will leave your head spinning. If you really don't believe them, just click the bolded headline to view the original story.

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Kidnapped Cleveland women return home
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Meet Mr. Balls (and other terrible mascots)
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10 signs America is losing its mind
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When politicians fight
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Deported for being 'too handsome'
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Stephen Harper vs. Justin Trudeau
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The urban wild
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Tensions rise on the Korean Peninsula
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Quebec daycare secured after shooting
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Pistol-packing judge
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