Obama's new Romney attack; NYC's potential large-soda ban; Syria's ultimatum; and more.

The Slatest: May 31, 2012 Obama Shifts Attention to Romney's Time as Governor The latest attack ad from the president opens up a new front in the general election battle. READ FULL STORY Rebel Ultimatum Could Mean End to Syrian Ceasefire Opposition forces have given Assad until midday Friday to end the violence. READ FULL STORY NYC Plans Large Soda Ban Colas, sweetened teas, and other sugary drinks sold by restaurants and street vendors would be limited to 16 oz. or less. READ FULL STORY Face-Chewing Victim Faces Months of Treatment Authorities, meanwhile, remain puzzled about the motivation behind the gruesome and bizarre incident. READ FULL STORY Manhunt On For Porn Actor Suspected of Grisly Killing The man is believed to have sent severed body parts to Canadian politicians. READ FULL STORY Zuckerberg Tumbles From Bloomberg's Billionaires List Facebook stock's 24-percent drop means the CEO is no longer one of the world's 40 richest people. READ FULL STORY Holder Warns Black Leaders "Sacred" Voting Right Under Attack The attorney general points to new state laws that could block minority access to the voting booth. READ FULL STORY Advertisement From Slate: Hulu Is Too Good. It Has To Make Itself Crummier. Do Baseball Players Try Harder During the Year Their Contract Is Up? Ai Weiwei on What It's Like Being Constantly Watched by the Chinese Government The Vatican Has a Jail. What's That Like? Is the New York Times "Vows" Column a Force for Good or Evil? Culture Gabfest Debates. You Can Make Cinnamon Rolls That Are Even Better Than Cinnabon's Are You a Digital Athlete Who Understands Journalism? Slate Is Hiring a Product Manager. More from The Slatest: NYC Plans Large Soda Ban Rebel Ultimatum Could Mean End to Syrian Ceasefire Face-Chewing Victim Faces Months of Treatment Obama Shifts Attention to Romney's Time as Governor Manhunt On For Porn Actor Suspected of Grisly Killing Holder Warns Black Leaders "Sacred" Voting Right Under Attack Zuckerberg Tumbles From Bloomberg's Billionaires List Pakistan Changes Story on Doctor Who Helped Find OBL Julian Assange Loses Extradition Appeal Gay Marriage Foes Likely To Force Md. Referendum

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