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Good morning from the CNN Center in Atlanta. I'm Naamua Delaney. Thanks for checking in with us. Here's a look at what's happening Now In The News.

 Senator Barack Obama is getting an endorsement1 from one of his former rivals. New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson will announce his support today at an Obama rally in Portland, Oregon. In an E-mail to supporters, the former candidate said his affection for the Clintons will never waver but that is time to prepare for the tough fight against Senator John McCain in the fall.

 McCain's campaign has suspended a low level staffer for questioning Obama's patriotism2. Soren Dayton posted a video on line that intercuts Obama's soundbites with controversial comments from his former pastor3 Jeremiah Wright. McCain has emphasized repeatedly that he will not engage in personal attacks on Democrats4. No word on how long Dayton's suspension will last.

 There could be a pause in U.S. troop reductions in Iraq and it could last for as long as six weeks later this summer. That's one recommendation military leaders pitched to Defense5 Secretary Robert Gates yesterday. The idea is that the pause will help military officials assess the effect the lower troop levels will have on violence in Iraq.

 Four earthquakes rocked Western China today. The strongest was a 7.2-magnitude quake. That's what U.S. geologists6 say. The most powerful quake struck a province near China's border with Tibet. China's state media reports there are no injuries but some houses collapsed7.

 Space Shuttle Endeavor astronauts finished their fourth space walk this morning. Take a look at these pictures of them hard at work just hours ago outside Endeavor. You can see them testing a new heat shield repair technique. Later today the crew will use a robotic arm to inspect Endeavor's wing and nose cap for damage.

 That's a quick look at what's making news this hour. Stay with CNN for more on these stories and the other news of the day.


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1 endorsement ApOxK     
n.背书；赞成，认可，担保；签(注)，批注
参考例句：
  • We are happy to give the product our full endorsement.我们很高兴给予该产品完全的认可。
  • His presidential campaign won endorsement from several celebrities.他参加总统竞选得到一些社会名流的支持。
2 patriotism 63lzt     
n.爱国精神，爱国心，爱国主义
参考例句：
  • His new book is a demonstration of his patriotism.他写的新书是他的爱国精神的证明。
  • They obtained money under the false pretenses of patriotism.他们以虚伪的爱国主义为借口获得金钱。
3 pastor h3Ozz     
n.牧师，牧人
参考例句：
  • He was the son of a poor pastor.他是一个穷牧师的儿子。
  • We have no pastor at present:the church is run by five deacons.我们目前没有牧师：教会的事是由五位执事管理的。
4 democrats 655beefefdcaf76097d489a3ff245f76     
n.民主主义者，民主人士( democrat的名词复数 )
参考例句：
  • The Democrats held a pep rally on Capitol Hill yesterday. 民主党昨天在国会山召开了竞选誓师大会。
  • The democrats organize a filibuster in the senate. 民主党党员组织了阻挠议事。 来自《简明英汉词典》
5 defense AxbxB     
n.防御，保卫；[pl.]防务工事；辩护，答辩
参考例句：
  • The accused has the right to defense.被告人有权获得辩护。
  • The war has impacted the area with military and defense workers.战争使那个地区挤满了军队和防御工程人员。
6 geologists 1261592151f6aa40819f7687883760a2     
地质学家，地质学者( geologist的名词复数 )
参考例句：
  • Geologists uncovered the hidden riches. 地质学家发现了地下的宝藏。
  • Geologists study the structure of the rocks. 地质学家研究岩石结构。
7 collapsed cwWzSG     
adj.倒塌的
参考例句：
  • Jack collapsed in agony on the floor. 杰克十分痛苦地瘫倒在地板上。
  • The roof collapsed under the weight of snow. 房顶在雪的重压下突然坍塌下来。

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