Los Angeles Times | McDonnell, Deeds step up efforts in final weekend of campaign for governor Washington Post Thousands of campaign staffers and volunteers fan out across the state, knocking on doors and making phone c » |
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Saturday, October 31, 2009
McDonnell, Deeds step up efforts in final weekend of campaign for governor - Washington Post
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Friday, October 30, 2009
Stimulus role in saving, keeping jobs is inflated - Salt Lake Tribune
Boston Globe | Stimulus role in saving, keeping jobs is inflated Salt Lake Tribune Washington » Hatch Point Road in San Juan County is in the midst of a makeover courtesy of the federal economic stimulus program. A crew from Henderson Builders is about a week away from finishing the $850000 resurfacing ... Stimulus saved, created 650000 jobs, gov't claims Report: Stimulus created 29322 jobs in Florida White House says economic stimulus accounts for 640000 jobs |
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Thursday, October 29, 2009
Former 'enemy combatant' sentenced in Illinois - CNN
BBC News | Former 'enemy combatant' sentenced in Illinois CNN (CNN) -- A former "enemy combatant" who was held in a South Carolina Naval brig for six years with no charges was sentenced Thursday to eight years and four months in prison, a Justice Department spokesman said. Ali al-Marri pleaded guilty in federal ... Al-Qaeda Agent Sentenced to 8 Years in Prison |
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Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Bay Bridge failure stirs fear, anger over new span - The Associated Press
The Associated Press | Bay Bridge failure stirs fear, anger over new span The Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO â€" When 5000 pounds of metal broke off the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge and rained down on traffic during rush hour, the accident resurrected fears about the safety of a span that millions watching the 1989 World Series broadcast ... Oakland Bay Bridge Closes Again No estimate when Bay Bridge will open Bay Bridge will remain closed for 'a few days' |
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Wayward pilots' licenses revoked, but larger questions remain - Christian Science Monitor
New York Daily News | Wayward pilots' licenses revoked, but larger questions remain Christian Science Monitor The FAA moved quickly to revoke Northwest pilots' licenses. But their mistake raises thorny issues. Do cockpits need better monitoring? Does communication between flight controllers and the US military need improvement? By Mark Trumbull | Staff writer ... FAA revokes licenses of wayward Northwest pilots Pilots of wayward jet lose licenses FAA Revokes Licenses of Pilots Who Missed Airport |
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Monday, October 26, 2009
14 Americans Killed in 3 Helicopter Crashes in Afghanistan - Voice of America
BBC News | 14 Americans Killed in 3 Helicopter Crashes in Afghanistan Voice of America By VOA News Two helicopter crashes in Afghanistan have killed 14 US troops and civilians in one of the deadliest days for US forces since the 2001 invasion. NATO says seven US troops and three US civilians were killed Monday when their helicopter ... Afghanistan Helicopter Crashes Kill 14 Americans Helicopter crashes: 14 US soldiers and civilians die in Afghanistan Chopper crashes kill 14 Americans in Afghanistan |
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Sunday, October 25, 2009
Scores killed, at least 500 wounded in bomb attacks in Baghdad - Washington Post
Brisbane Times | Scores killed, at least 500 wounded in bomb attacks in Baghdad Washington Post BAGHDAD -- Twin car bombs targeted two government buildings in downtown Baghdad Sunday, wrecking pillars of the state's authority and cutting like a scythe through snarled traffic during the morning rush hour. ... Powerful Car Bombs Kill at Least 65 in Baghdad Baghdad car bombs near government offices kill 106 Baghdad blasts 'kill at least 90' |
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Saturday, October 24, 2009
Pakistan troops retake Taliban stronghold in Waziristan - Reuters
Telegraph.co.uk | Pakistan troops retake Taliban stronghold in Waziristan Reuters DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Pakistan, Oct 24 (Reuters) - Pakistani forces backed by helicopter gunships and artillery recaptured a strategic town from Taliban militants after fierce fighting, officials said on Saturday. ... Army captures Pakistani Taliban leader's hometown Pakistani troops take key Taliban town of Kotkai Pakistan Military Captures Taliban Leader's Hometown |
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Friday, October 23, 2009
Pilots should have had warning of airport approach - The Associated Press
guardian.co.uk | Pilots should have had warning of airport approach The Associated Press WASHINGTON â€" Two Northwest Airlines pilots who overshot their destination by 150 miles before turning back should have had numerous warnings as they approached and passed Minneapolis: cockpit displays, controllers trying repeatedly to reach, ... Arguing pilots fly 150 miles past runway Wandering Flight Spurs Nap Probe |
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Thursday, October 22, 2009
Body Found in Dump Matches Somer Thompson Birthmark, Clothing - ABC News
FOXNews | Body Found in Dump Matches Somer Thompson Birthmark, Clothing ABC News This undated photo released by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement shows Somer Renee Thompson,... But a birthmark and clothing told them that they had, indeed, found 7-year-old Somer Thompson, who disappeared ... Sheriff: Landfill body appears to be Fla. girl Sheriff: Landfill body tentatively ID'd as Somer Thompson NEW: Girl's body found in landfill 55 miles north of town where she was last seen |
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Wednesday, October 21, 2009
CBO finds Dem bill with public option reduces deficit - CNN
FOXNews | CBO finds Dem bill with public option reduces deficit CNN WASHINGTON (CNN) -- A preliminary estimate from the Congressional Budget Office projects that the House Democrats' health care plan that includes a public option would cost $871 billion over 10 years, according to two Democratic sources. ... SCENARIO: us healthcare reform reaches new stage House Democrats' desired health bill would cost $871 billion Pelosi Says House Health Plan Would Reduce Deficit, Citing CBO |
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Karzai to speak on Afghan political limbo - CNN International
Washington Post | Karzai to speak on Afghan political limbo CNN International KABUL, Afghanistan (CNN) -- Afghan President Hamid Karzai is expected to announce Tuesday whether he will accept findings that indicate he did not secure enough votes to win a second term. Independent analysis suggests Hamid Karzai failed to score a ... Karzai orders security chiefs to prepare for election run-off Focus On Karzai Following Afghan Election Fraud Report Final Afghan election results due |
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Monday, October 19, 2009
Iran Accuses Pakistan, Western Nations of Supporting Attackers - Voice of America
Telegraph.co.uk | Iran Accuses Pakistan, Western Nations of Supporting Attackers Voice of America By VOA News The Iranian government has accused Pakistan, Britain and the United States of supporting rebels it says carried out Sunday's suicide bombing that killed six commanders of the elite Revolutionary Guards and at least 36 other people. ... Iran: US, Britain, Pakistan linked to militants Iran Warns US, UK of Retaliation After Attack Ahmadinejad c » |
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Sunday, October 18, 2009
Questions and answers about Pakistani offensive - The Associated Press
BBC News | Questions and answers about Pakistani offensive The Associated Press ISLAMABAD â€" Pakistan on Saturday launched its most important offensive against Islamist militants in the Afghan border area since 2001. With the insurgents putting up stiff resistance in one of al-Qaida's top sanctuaries, here are some answers to ... Pakistani troops, Taliban in heavy clashes Q+A: Why is Pakistan attacking in South Waziristan? Taliban resist Pakistan onslaught |
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Saturday, October 17, 2009
Pakistan \'starts Taliban assault\' - BBC News
Boston Globe | Pakistan 'starts Taliban assault' BBC News Fierce fighting has broken out as the Pakistan army battles Taliban militants in their remote strongholds in the South Waziristan province. Local officials said 30000 troops, backed by artillery, had moved into the region where Pakistan Taliban leader ... Pakistan launches ground offensive against militants Q+A: Why is Pakistan attacking in South Waziristan? Pakistan Begins Long-Awaited Offensive in South Waziristan |
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Thursday, October 15, 2009
Gunmen, Bombers Hit 4 Sites in Pakistan; 37 Die - Washington Post
New York Daily News | Gunmen, Bombers Hit 4 Sites in Pakistan; 37 Die Washington Post ISLAMABAD, Oct. 15 --The Pakistani cultural capital of Lahore came under assault this morning, as bands of militants and suicide bombers stormed three security inst » |
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Snowe vote aids health plan, sans public option - San Francisco Chronicle
New York Times | Snowe vote aids health plan, sans public option San Francisco Chronicle (10-14) 04:00 PDT Washington - -- Sen. Olympia Snowe's vote for the Finance Committee's 10-year, $829 billion health legislation Tuesday greatly increased the chances that Congress will pass a bill this year, but not the version that liberal Democrats ... Senate must mesh health bills for vote GOP's Snowe shaped health bill before backing it Senate vote sets up more health care talks |
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Tuesday, October 13, 2009
U.S. healthcare overhaul poised for big step forward - Reuters
Washington Post | U.S. healthcare overhaul poised for big step forward Reuters WASHINGTON (Reuters) - US President Barack Obama's push for sweeping healthcare reform was poised to clear a key Senate hurdle on Tuesday, opening a new phase in the raging debate over his top domestic priority. ... As Panel Votes Today, Democrats Look Ahead Health care bill faces key vote in Senate Democrats C » |
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Monday, October 12, 2009
Suspect in 1968 hijacking 'arrested in NY' - AFP
BBC News | Suspect in 1968 hijacking 'arrested in NY' AFP NEW YORK â€" The US Federal Bureau of Investigation has arrested a man who has been living in Cuba for four decades to avoid prosecution for his role in an airline hijacking, The New York Times reported Monday. Citing federal law enforcement officials, ... Man held in 1968 hijacking faces NYC arraignment LI men rec » |
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Sunday, October 11, 2009
As Pressure Grows, Obama Addresses Gay Rights Group - Washington Post
Times LIVE | As Pressure Grows, Obama Addresses Gay Rights Group Washington Post President Obama, struggling to keep promises he made during last year's campaign, renewed his pledge to end the military's ban on openly gay service members as he appeared at a fundraising dinner for the nation's largest gay advocacy group on Saturday ... Obama vows to end 'don't ask, don't tell' Obama Pledges Again to End 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Obama reaffirms will end 'don't ask, don't tell' |
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Saturday, October 10, 2009
Gunmen attack Pakistani army HQ, 8 dead - Reuters
RTE.ie | Gunmen attack Pakistani army HQ, 8 dead Reuters RAWALPINDI, Pakistan, Oct 10 (Reuters) - Suspected militants dressed in army uniforms attacked Pakistan's army headquarters on Saturday, killing four guards and triggering a battle in which four gunmen were killed, ... Gunmen attack Pakistani army headquarters; 12 dead 4 Gunmen Killed at Pakistani Army Headquarters Brazen Attack on Pakistan Army Base |
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Friday, October 9, 2009
NASA to moon: Get ready because here we come - The Associated Press
New York Times | NASA to moon: Get ready because here we come The Associated Press WASHINGTON â€" Two NASA spacecraft are barreling toward the moon at twice the speed of a bullet, about to crash into a lunar crater in a search for ice. If » |
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Thursday, October 8, 2009
Suicide bombing outside Indian embassy in Kabul kills 12 - Los Angeles Times
guardian.co.uk | Suicide bombing outside Indian embassy in Kabul kills 12 Los Angeles Times Dozens are wounded, vehicles are destroyed and buildings are damaged. Most of the injured are civilians. M. Karim Faiez reporting from Kabul and Mark Magnier reporting from New Delhi Los Angeles Times Staff Writer A powerful suicide bomb rocked Kabul ... At least 12 dead in Kabul blast near Indian embassy In pictures: Kabul blast Deadly bomb explodes near Indian embassy in Kabul |
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