Survivor was lookout on deadly Ariz. fire
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Federal investigators reaffirm TWA 800 crash was an accident
Current
and former federal officials who played key roles in the investigation
of one of the nation's worst aviation disasters said Tuesday they stand
by their conclusion that the explosion of TWA flight 800 was caused by
overheated fuel tank vapors, and not a bomb or missile.Read More ...
How some key treasures are kept safe and sound
From the Declaration of Independence, to the Mona Lisa, to a quarter of the world's gold, how are treasures kept safe?Read More ...
Defiant Egyptian president says he won't step down
CAIRO
(AP) — His fate hanging in the balance, embattled President Mohammed
Morsi vowed not to resign Tuesday, hours before a deadline to yield to
the demands of millions of protesters or see the military suspend the
constitution, disband parliament and install a new leadership.Read More ...
Bolivian leader's plane rerouted on Snowden fear
VIENNA
(AP) — The plane carrying Bolivian President Evo Morales was rerouted
to Austria after various European countries refused to let it cross
their airspace because of suspicions that NSA leaker Edward Snowden was
on board, Bolivian officials said Tuesday.Read More ...
Investigators to examine why Ariz. blaze killed 19
PRESCOTT,
Ariz. (AP) — Shortly before flames engulfed his comrades, the Hotshot
firefighters' lookout radioed his team that the blaze had shifted
direction with the wind and that he was fleeing for safety.Read More ...
US strike kills 16 suspected militants in Pakistan
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — Unmanned U.S. aircraft fired four missiles at a house in northwest Pakistan before dawn Wednesday, killing 16 suspected militants, Pakistani intelligence officials said.
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Obama admin delays major requirement of health law
WASHINGTON
(AP) — In a major concession to business groups, the Obama
administration Tuesday unexpectedly announced a one-year delay, until
after the 2014 elections, in a central requirement of the new health
care law that many companies provide coverage for their workers or face
fines.Read More ...
In Africa, Obama's ventures competed with history
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania (AP) — Everywhere he went in Africa, President Barack Obama was competing with history.Read More ...
AP IMPACT: More air passengers show up with guns
WASHINGTON
(AP) — Several times every day, at airports across the country,
passengers are trying to walk through security with loaded guns in their
carry-on bags, purses or pockets, even in a boot. And, more than a
decade after 9/11 raised consciousness about airline security, it's
happening a lot more often.Read More ...
Prosecutors attack Zimmerman story several ways
SANFORD,
Fla. (AP) — A judge tossed out a Florida police detective's statement
that he found George Zimmerman credible in his description of fighting
with Trayvon Martin, a decision that could benefit prosecutors who are
trying to discredit the defendant's self-defense claims.Read More ...
Drug overdose deaths spike among middle-aged women
ATLANTA
(AP) — Overdose deaths in the U.S. are rising fastest among middle-aged
women, and their drug of choice is usually prescription painkillers,
the government reported Tuesday.Read More ...
Bailey's 2nd no-hitter sends Reds over Giants 3-0
CINCINNATI
(AP) — Homer Bailey fretted for a moment as first baseman Joey Votto
reached to pluck the ball out of the air for the final out. What next?
Raise both arms in celebration.Read More ...
Death toll from drone strike in Pakistan up to 16
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) — Pakistani intelligence officials say the death toll from a U.S. drone strike in the country's northwest has risen to 16 suspected militants.
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Ariz. fire that killed 19 now 8 percent contained
PRESCOTT, Ariz. (AP) — Fire officials say the Arizona wildfire that claimed the lives of 19 firefighters is 8 percent contained.Read More ...
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