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This Week: That "rare dog breed" in YouTube thumbnails, Princess Leia's hairstyle origins, and Putin cancer surgery rumors

Is a ‘Rare Dog Breed’ in YouTube Thumbnails Real?

A picture of a black and "rare dog breed" with strange stripes appeared in an online advertisement as well as several thumbnails for YouTube videos. 

Jordan Liles reports.

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The Origins of Princess Leia’s Hairstyle

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A spokesperson for the U.S. Department of State told us they "don't have anything to offer" on the rumor. Read Story.

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