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VIENNA, Austria – Diplomats say Syria has told a 35-nation meeting that it will limit what U.N. nuclear inspectors can see when they go to check on allegations that Damascus is hiding atomic facilities. Diplomats say Syrian nuclear official Ibrahim Othman told board nations of the International Atomic Energy Agency …

WASHINGTON – Tim Russert’s chair was empty on “Meet the Press” on Sunday, two days after his unexpected death. But Russert was very much present on the full-hour tribute to this giant of political journalism who hosted NBC’s public-affairs program for more than 16 years. “His voice has been stilled,” …

BOSTON – Boston Celtics claimed their 17th NBA title, and first in 22 years, with a stunning 131-92 blowout over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. On a new parquet floor below aging championship banners, the Celtics won the first title — at last — for Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett …