Iraqi officials say Iraqis foil 9 11 style plot by al Qaida offshoot
Iraqi security forces disrupted a 9 11 style plot by al Qaida in Iraq to fly hijacked planes into Shiite shrines. Two suspects were arrested and Najaf airport near the Imam Ali shrine has been closed since April 8 during the investigation. US officials said the plan was not fully formed and it remains unclear if attackers could proceed.
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Americans see lower federal taxes this year despite state increases
Congress cut individuals federal taxes by about 173 billion dollars after Obama took office, far more than the 28.6 billion in state increases. Future rises loom as health care changes and Bush era cuts expire. Republicans frame it as tax and spend.
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Palin rallies near original tea party site in Boston
Sarah Palin addressed about 5,000 people at Boston Common criticizing Obama stimulus and overhauls. She urged tax cuts to spur private sector growth and advocated domestic energy production with her drill urgency.
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Iran could have a nuclear capability in three to five years
Senior military officials told Congress that Iran could have enough highly enriched uranium for a single device within a year, but would need three to five years to manufacture a usable weapon. The estimate aligns with prior U.S. assessments and frames a potential window for diplomatic pressure despite China and Russia blocking tougher UN sanctions. Senators from both parties urged stronger action, while China agreed to join talks on new Security Council sanctions in response to the stalled effort.
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Western China quake toll climbs as rescue rush continues
A powerful quake in Yushu county western Qinghai leaves at least 589 dead and over 10,000 injured. Rescue teams with shovels and dogs clear debris in Jiegu township while schools collapse and thousands lack shelter. Bodies lie under blankets as crews fight altitude and freezing temperatures to reach survivors.
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