Here are some of the AP Video-US stories we are working on 10/18/2012:
HIGHLIGHTS IN THIS ADVISORY:
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BOY SCOUT ABUSE - A victim of abuse tears up his Eagle Scout membership card as the Boy Scouts release their secret 'perversion' files. See Features
FEDERAL RESERVE 'PLOT' - To what extent did an FBI sting operation influence the alleged bomb plot against the Federal Reserve? See National.
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FEATURES
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BOY SCOUT 'PERVERSION' FILES - The Boy Scouts of America release a decade of confidential files today, documenting how the movement tracked suspected pedophiles, but did not inform the public. AP talks to some of the victims of scout troop abuse. EXPECT AFTER 1300 EDT
SPEAKING OUT ON ABUSE - The Jerry Sandusky scandal is one of the reasons a leading college basketball coach has decided to speak out about her own experience as a victim of childhood abuse. AVAILABLE NOW
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NATIONAL
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PERSONAL POLITICS - In the wake of Tuesday's fiery debate, Mitt Romney's son says he felt like hitting the President. Will the candidates make light of their recent clashes when they both appear at a New York charity dinner tonight?
FEDERAL RESERVE 'PLOT' - Latest on the arrest of a man accused of plotting to blow up the Federal Reserve. The suspect was arrested in a sting operation after parking a van filled with what he believed were explosives outside the building.
NEWSWEEK ENDS PRINT RUN - Newsweek announces it will cease print publication at the end of the year, continuing as a digital magazine only. AP is chasing reaction, analysis.
WILL LIVESTRONG SURVIVE? - As more sponsors desert Lance Armstrong, how will his Livestrong charity deal with the crisis?
CARDINALS BEAT GIANTS - The St. Louis Cardinals beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 on Wednesday night, to take a 2-1 lead in the NLCS. AVAILABLE NOW
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REGIONAL
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CO, ARRESTS IN BAR MURDER-ARSON - Denver police say three people have been arrested in connection with the killing of five people at a bar that was then set on fire to hide the crime.
MS, SEVERE WEATHER - A line of severe storms packing strong winds and possible tornadoes swept across the Southeast overnight, injuring four people in Mississippi and downing power lines and trees around the region.
NY, FELINE FASHION - A feline fashion show is the highlight of a 'meet the breeds' pet showcase in New York
CA, MINI VIDEO CAMERA - The latest GoPro miniature video camera is released in California as the market for the high tech gadgets continues to grow. AVAILABLE NOW
NY, HEPBURN HAILED AS FASHION ICON - Katharine Hepburn's personal collection of costumes goes on display at the New York Public Library. AVAILABLE NOW
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INTERNATIONAL
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SYRIA FIGHTING - An AP team reports on the hardship faced by villages under siege in northern Syria, plus the latest video said to show the aftermath of airstrikes.
LUXEMBOURG ROYAL WEDDING - Excitement grows in tiny nation ahead of the marriage of its Crown Prince.
BROTHEL RESCUES SOCCER CLUB - Struggling to survive amid economic meltdown, a Greek soccer club has turned to brothels for sponsorship. AVAILABLE NOW
GREECE STRIKE - A general strike hits rail, air and ferry services as protesters gather in central Athens.
WINE WOES - Experts are predicting the worst European wine harvest in half a century, after drought and wintry weather hit opposite ends of the continent. AVAILABLE NOW
IN A SPIN - A Norwegian daredevil had a lucky escape when a stunt he was filming for a television show went horribly wrong.
(Oct 17) AVAILABLE NOW
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ENTERTAINMENT
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TOM HANKS HONORED - Tom Hanks is honored by the Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity. AVAILABLE NOW
GINGER AND ROSA - Elle Fanning and Alice Englert talk about bonding for their new film 'Ginger & Rosa.'
BEHIND THE SCENES ON 'NASHVILLE' - Actors talk about the new ABC drama 'Nashville' on set in Tennessee. AVAILABLE NOW
FILE: MEGAN FOX ANNOUNCES BIRTH OF SON - 'Transformers' actress Megan Fox has used her Facebook profile to announce the birth of a baby boy. AVAILABLE NOW
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AP LIFESTYLE (AP VIDEO US INCLUDES AP LIFESTYLE STORIES)
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RUBY SLIPPERS HIGHLIGHT OF HOLLYWOOD EXHIBIT - The ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in 'The Wizard of Oz' have made a rare trip outside the US to play a leading role in a new exhibition celebrating Hollywood costumes. AVAILABLE NOW
ROYAL WEDDING PREPARATIONS - The tiny Grand Duchy of Luxembourg prepares for the wedding of its Crown Prince, an event that will attract royalty from across Europe. AVAILABLE NOW
WEAVING A WAY OUT OF RECESSION - A small Czech textile factory is weaving its way out of a sales slump, by targeting wealthy Muslim customers with high-quality African brocade. AVAILABLE NOW
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