Obama defends experience in bid for presidency
Barack Obama addressed the National Action Network in New York and argued his background as a community organizer and Illinois state senator has prepared him for the White House. He cited health coverage for children, prescription drug relief for seniors, anti racial profiling measures, and video taped interrogations in capital cases as proof of his record. He said he has worked effectively with Republican lawmakers in the Illinois Senate.
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Florida crew reels in 1063 pound mako shark
In Destin Florida the Sea Ya Later II crews haul a 1063 pound mako after hooking it in the Gulf of Mexico. The 12 foot 6 inch shark had the smaller boat near sinking and required assistance from The Mother Lode to bring it aboard. Eight men pulled the shark onto the 45 foot charter boat before transporting it to Destin.
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Ground beef recall due to E coli hits five western states
Health officials recall about 100000 pounds of frozen patties from Richwood Meat Co after Napa County children contracted E coli from burgers at St Helena and Calistoga Little League fields. Cases occurred April 3-4 with two more under review. In a separate report Gonzales faced Senate hearing pressure on resignation.
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NASA shooting suspect feared being fired
Police say William Phillips, 60, an employee of Jacobs Engineering, entered NASA Johnson Space Center and shot David Beverly after fearing termination. He held a hostage, duct taped a woman, then killed himself in a building housing shuttle communications. The incident prompted evacuations and campus security lockdowns.
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Fran Crenshaw
MRI Technologies
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Linda
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Ramadi Calms But Still Risky Says U S Commander
Ramadi, capital of Anbar province with about 400 000 residents, shows signs of reduced violence as U S and Iraqi forces tighten controls and build smaller posts downtown. Commander Col. John W Charlton cautions safety remains imperfect while al Qaida operates in Iraq.
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Border Patrol hiring push sparks worries over standards
Border Patrol aims to raise agent numbers from 12 000 to 18 000 by 2008 drawing criticism that rapid hiring may lower screening. Critics warn shortcuts in training and lack of veteran mentors could compromise public safety amid the expansion.
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Somali capital bombarded as insurgents and Ethiopians clash
Islamic insurgents and Ethiopian troops fought in Mogadishu for a fourth day marking the heaviest violence in years. Civilians died totaling at least 165 with 52 killed on Saturday. an AP photographer documented multiple grim scenes along the streets. Hospitals reported swelling casualties and tents were set up to treat the wounded.
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South Korea to Send Rice Aid to North Korea in May
South Korea and North Korea reached an agreement to deliver 400000 tons of rice to the North, with 350000 tons shipped by sea and 50000 tons moved by land, no conditions attached. The first batch arrives in late May, and a railway test across the border is planned for May 17 under North Korean guarantees of safety.
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