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Morning headlines: Thursday, June 23

Here's a look at stories we're following right now.

Here's a look at stories we're following right now. What are you reading this morning?

As expected, the president made his speech on Afghanistan last night

The Times says: The president places himself in a position difficult for Republicans to attack

GOP field is split on the president's speech

More reactions to the speech

6.7 magnitude earthquake hits east of Japan

Italy calls for a pause in NATO bombing in Libya

The CBO releases a report warning of increasing risks of fiscal crisis

'Whitey' Bulger was arrested after 16 years on the run

Tiger tweets he won't play in the AT&T National

A suspended Southwest pilot who accidentally broadcast a homophobic, sexist rant has been allowed to return to his job