No anthrax traces found in tested Frederick pond soil samples
Tests by NATION labs on Frederick Maryland pond soil drained by the FBI in June found no anthrax bacteria. The $250000 three week operation drained 145 million gallons seeking evidence to identify the culprit behind the 2001 mail attacks. Separately Senate Republicans again failed to advance judicial nominees William Pryor Miguel Estrada and Priscilla Owen, failing to reach a 60 vote threshold.
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Times names two managing editors amid Blair scandal
The New York Times appoints Jill Abramson and John Geddes as co managing editors to replace Gerald Boyd. Bill Keller announces the move as the paper’s first dual managing editor setup in 152 years, amid a broader leadership reshuffle following the Blair affair.
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Backfires backfire to shield West Glacier from blaze
Firefighters report significant gains against a 19000 acre wildfire near West Glacier Montana as backfires create a barrier around the town and park headquarters. About 500 residents evacuated earlier in the week and officials say homecoming could come in a day or two if the tactic holds. Authorities warn tinder dry conditions and erratic winds keep the fire dangerous and unpredictable.
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Iranis helping in arms hunt official says
Washington Post reports Iraqi scientists join the hunt for Saddam weapons. CIA adviser David Kay says Iraqis are guiding searches to sensitive sites and that solid evidence is being gathered, though not yet public. He notes six weeks on the job and initial focus on biological programs and security services.
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L A jurors side with Philip Morris in smoking case
A Los Angeles jury cleared Philip Morris of negligence and misrepresentation in a suit by Frederic Reller of Marina del Rey who claimed his 48 year smoking habit caused lung cancer. Jurors found no negligence or misrepresentation on five of six counts and deadlocked on fraudulent concealment of smoking dangers.
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