Six Die as Black Hawk Shot Down Near Tikrit
An Army Black Hawk helicopter crashed near Tikrit on Friday apparently from hostile fire, killing six soldiers aboard. U.S. forces, backed by Bradley fighting vehicles, raided Iraqi neighborhoods before dawn Saturday, targeting insurgent hideouts. The week’s American death toll rose to 32, with additional fatalities near Mosul.
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Cheney lauds US role in Iraq and Afghanistan rebuilds
Vice President Cheney told a Dallas fundraiser that U S forces are aiding Iraq and Afghanistan toward self rule, likening the mission to postwar Europe and Japan. He warned terrorism remains a threat and vowed perseverance as U S troops rebuild schools, medical facilities and training programs. The remark framed as a broader push to secure freedom and a global community.
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Board approves biology textbooks in Texas
The State Board of Education gave final approval to 11 biology books on Friday despite a campaign challenging Darwin's theory. Texas districts may begin purchasing the books for the 2004 05 school year, with publishers to address factual errors before availability.
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Al Qaida may use cargo planes to strike U S targets
Homeland Security warns officers that al Qaida could plot to fly cargo planes from overseas to critical U S targets such as nuclear plants bridges and dams. The U S Embassy in Saudi Arabia will close missions for an undetermined period over credible terror information. Taliban insurgents in Afghanistan may kidnap American journalists.
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Chase glances at future growth in Baytonian reminiscence
Carolyn Chase, a native Baytonian, reflects on changes and constants from past to future, hoping the old building remains for a possible grandchild visit during the tour.
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