Hurricane Maria Forms Over Open Atlantic
The fifth hurricane of a deadly season formed in the open Atlantic and strengthened over warm water. At 5 p.m. EDT Maria had 85 mph winds, centered about 530 miles east-southeast of Bermuda and moving north-northwest at 14 mph. It should stay east of Bermuda and threaten shipping only.
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Denver Public Library weighs bilingual services amid growth
In Denver a citywide push to emphasize bilingual materials faces debate over public funding for Spanish language and immigrant populations as libraries nationwide expand offerings. Officials note rising foreign born numbers and demand for Spanish English titles, while critics worry over English language priorities.
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New Orleans Faces Grim Aftermath of Flood and Violence
Across New Orleans authorities count hundreds of dead and missing as crews scour flooded neighborhoods. Police on Danziger Bridge fired on suspects, leaving several dead or wounded. National Guardsmen patrol the streets while authorities urge residents to evacuate and seek safety.
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Saddam Hussein trial date set for October opening
Iraq announces the trial will begin October 19 with seven co defendants including Barazan Ibrahim and Taha Yassin Ramadan to face charges over the 1982 Dujail massacre. The case targets Saddam and aides for mass killings after a failed assassination attempt. death penalty possible.
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U.N. urged staff to leave Afghanistan amid election fears
U.N. agencies advised nonessential staff to take R and R ahead of September elections as security fears rise. Insurgents launched guerrilla strikes, killing a district police chief seven officers an election candidate and three others. More than 1100 killed in six months as violence could worsen near the two week deadline. U.N. spokesman said security is monitored and alerts remain unchanged.
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Paris area high rise fire leaves 15 dead in horror night
Firefighters treated survivors after a pre-dawn blaze at a 19 story housing project in L Hays Roses near Orly airport killed 15 people including three children. Police blamed local youths for stone throwing as arson was suspected in earlier Paris area fires.
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Iran rejects European threat of sanctions
Iran will continue uranium reprocessing despite Europe warning to refer Tehran to the UN Security Council for possible sanctions if it does not freeze the work within two weeks. The Isfahan Uranium Conversion Facility remains central as Iran resumes yellowcake conversion to hexafluoride gas, fueling enrichment concerns.
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