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 Sarah Palin's Paul Revere gaffe

Sarah Palin's defense of her comments about Paul Revere is just one of several stories that trended on the Web this week. Here's a day-by-day recap of the best.

Weiner admits tweeting lewd photo

- Democratic congressman from New York Anthony Weiner was embroiled in a Twitter scandal and says he will stay in office.

- Former presidential candidate John Edwards declined a plea deal in his campaign finance law violations case.

- The Bowl Championship Series revoked a California school's championship.

- An actor-rapper and his wife renewed their vows.

- A former New York Giants wide receiver was released from prison after almost two years behind bars.

DASH diet may help teens stay slim

Kim Kardashian blasts cheating allegations

- Recently engaged reality TV star Kim Kardashian denied claims by an NFL player that the two had a secret five-month affair.

Hasselbeck disses Palin

- On Thursday's "The View," conservative host Elisabeth Hasselbeck made comments about Sarah Palin.

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