Aspects close in Anthrax suspect kills self
Bruce Ivins, a Fort Detrick scientist long tied to the Amerithrax case, died by suicide amid investigators naming him the prime suspect in the anthrax letters that killed five and sickened many. Officials weigh murder charges and the fate of the proffered vaccine research while the probe continues.
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Unemployment climbs as 51,000 jobs fade in July
Washington reports the Labor Department shows 51,000 jobs cut in July, raising the unemployment rate to 5.7 percent from 5.5. The economy sheds 463,000 jobs year to date as GM posts a $15 billion loss and construction spending dips 0.4 percent while manufacturers stagnate.
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Starved and neglected Pennsylvania girl dies at 14
In Philadelphia a disabled teen Danieal Kelly died at age fourteen after a summer heat wave in a foul room. A 258 page grand jury report charges her parents four social workers and three family friends with murder endangerment and manslaughter. The Department of Human Services faces sharp criticism for indifference and incompetence. Andrea Kelly, 39, is jailed without bail. Authorities promise reforms.
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Congress adjourns amid gas price impasse and partisan gridlock
Congress sped to recess after a summer session marked by bitter partisanship over gasoline costs. The House approved a 72.7 billion veterans and base construction bill by 409 to 4, but energy measures to curb prices stalled. Senate Republicans blocked a market speculation bill while drilling proposals failed to advance, reflecting deep division on opening new Outer Continental Shelf areas.
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GOP sticks around as House protests energy policy
In a rare, at times bizarre display, Republicans occupied the House floor after a pre-recess vote to adjourn, demanding Congress stay in session to confront high gas prices. Mics were off, TV feeds cut, and lights dimmed as lawmakers pressed for action despite the August break.
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