Tom Brokaw to Sign Off From Nightly News
NBC announced that Tom Brokaw will end his NBC Nightly News run with a sign-off on December Wednesday and Brian Williams will succeed him as sole anchor the following day Williams has been the heir apparent since Brokaw disclosed plans two years earlier to depart after the 2004 presidential election. Brokaw began as anchor on April 5 1982 and became sole anchor on September 2 1983.
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Inmates Reach Settlement Over Book Royalties
Eight York Correctional inmates who contributed to a Wally Lamb guided book will pay the state 500 each to cover incarceration costs. Barbara Parsons Lane won a 25000 prize for her contributions. the agreement avoids further legal action and ends questions about inmate profits.
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Shell reserves inquiry cites lying over inflated oil estimates
A Shell internal email shows a top executive lamenting lies about inflated reserves as an inquiry finds Shell bosses knew for about two years the public figures overstated holdings. Shell also reports its chief financial officer has resigned amid ongoing fallout with downgraded reserves totaling 4.35 billion barrels, up from earlier estimates.
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Israel to boost West Bank settlements amid Gaza pullout
Finance Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will increase investment in certain West Bank settlements while withdrawing from Gaza. Prime Minister Ariel Sharon seeks evacuation of four West Bank outposts and a rapid barrier build, with Likud members voting May 2 on the plan. Shalom backs Gaza withdrawal and keeping five settlement blocs.
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Fallujah Talks Yield Concrete Disarmament Appeal
U S and Fallujah leaders reach a concrete step in talks with militants urged to surrender mortars missiles RPGs and other heavy arms. The Marines warn a failed deal could trigger a new city assault as they encircle Fallujah and pursue Iraqi disarmament.
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Pittsburgh may become first major airport to let gate visits bypass security
Federal officials weigh easing post Sept 11 rules at Pittsburgh International. If approved by Homeland Security, non ticketed visitors could pass through security, aiding a mall and visitor access while preserving safety measures. TSA and airport officials discuss implementation this spring.
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Elton John Piano Sells for 164500 at Dallas Auction
In Dallas the Icons of 20th Century Music Auction by Heritage Galleries and the Dallas Guitar Show and MusicFest 2004 saw Elton John’s white 1910s upright piano fetch 164500 to an anonymous buyer abroad. Kurt Cobain Nirvana guitar sold for 117500, once owned by a Rock Hall display owner Tom Fontaine. The piano was autographed by John and Bernie Taupin and helped write Your Song and Tiny Dancer.
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Penny trail leads to two Verona club suspects
Police followed a penny trail from a Moose Club to a Verona home where a man 26 Joshua May and a 16 year old girl were located. A claw hammer a 3 pound sledge and cash liquor were found along with stolen computer equipment. May faced burglary theft and other charges after arraignment.
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