Minneapolis I-35W bridge collapse toll revised downward
Rescue teams reduced the missing from as many as 30 to eight after the Interstate 35W bridge fell into the Mississippi River during rush hour. At least five people died and about 100 were injured, with some in critical condition. The bridge had been labeled structurally deficient since 1990. Firefighters recovered the fifth victim, driver of a tractor.
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Tragedy reopens old wounds in West Virginia
In Point Pleasant Emma Boswell, who lived near the Silver Bridge collapse site, recalls that day 40 years ago when the bridge failed, killing 46 people. The Minneapolis bridge disaster this week stirred fresh memories of loss, as Boswell spoke of the tragedies affecting Mason County residents and the enduring pain of the historic collapse.
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Excavation Probes Possible Aztec Emperor Tomb in Mexico City
Mexican archaeologists using ground penetrating radar report underground chambers beneath a Tlaltecuhtli monolith in central Mexico City. They believe the six by six foot tomb entry may hold the remains of Emperor Ahuizotl, last ruler before the Spanish conquest, offering a rare glimpse into Aztec civilization at its height. Work proceeds slowly with pumps maintaining water levels as divers and surveyors explore the site near Zocalo between the Metropolitan Cathedral and Templo Mayor.
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Airstrikes kill Taliban leaders in Helmand Afghanistan
U S led airstrikes hit a Taliban gathering in Baghran district Helmand killing at least three senior figures including Mullah Rahim the Taliban commander for Helmand and possibly Dadullah Mansoor. Dozens wounded including an eight year old boy officials said.
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Marine sergeant gets 15 years for Iraqi civilian killing
A Marine sergeant from Plymouth, Massachusetts, was sentenced to 15 years in prison plus dishonorable discharge for the murder of an Iraqi civilian during a 2006 search mission. He was convicted of murder conspiracy false official statement and larceny and acquitted of kidnapping assault and house breaking.
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