Ex Enron Chief Jeffrey Skilling Faces Cross-Examination
In Houston AP reports former Enron Chief Executive Jeffrey Skilling, in the 12th week of fraud and conspiracy trial with Kenneth Lay, denies tailoring testimony to undermine allegations of accounting tricks and fraud. He says he has nothing to hide as cross-examination by prosecutor Sean Berkowitz begins.
Ex Illinois governor Ryan convicted of racketeering and fraud
Former Illinois Governor George Ryan, once lauded for commuting death row sentences, was convicted of racketeering and fraud in a corruption case that ended his political career in 2003. He vowed to appeal, saying the decision conflicts with his four decades of public service. U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald called the conduct a low water mark.
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Oil prices surge past 70 as Nigeria disruptions loom
Oil futures closed above 70 a barrel on Monday amid supply fears from Nigeria and Iran tensions over nuclear plans. May delivery crude settled at 70.40 on the NYMEX, gasoline futures rose to 2.1697 a gallon, while a nationwide regular gasoline average stood at 2.78.
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Oklahoma man arraigned in girl’s killing linked to cannibalism plan
Kevin Ray Underwood, 26, was arraigned on first degree murder charges for the death of 10-year-old Jamie Rose Bolin in Parcell Oklahoma. Prosecutors seek the death penalty as details allege an elaborate plan involving a Rubbermaid tub and evidence of planned consumption.
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Death at Tel Aviv Restaurant Sparks Palestinian Response
A bombing at a crowded Tel Aviv restaurant during Passover killed nine people and drew a split reaction from the Palestinian Authority. Hamas, now in control of the Palestinian legislature after its election win, defended the attack claimed by another Islamic militant group as a legitimate response to Israeli aggression.
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Bus Crash in Veracruz Kills At Least 60 Tourists
A bus carrying Mexican tourists plunged 650 feet off a cliff in Veracruz on Monday, killing at least 60 with three injured. Investigators examine whether brake failure or speed caused the descent on winding mountain roads. authorities warn the death toll could rise as rescue efforts continue.
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