Pakistan arrests foil terror plot by al Qaida linked group
ISLAMABAD AP Officials say at least five al Qaida linked terrorists were arrested in Pakistan for plans to carry out mass casualty attacks on government leaders and the U S Embass. Authorities recovered weapons as they hunted for four to five more suspects. The detained members include one Egyptian and several Pakistanis, with officials citing aims to kill hundreds of innocent people and sow unrest. Interior ministers differ on the total number captured, noting a gang of about a dozen suspects.
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Inside-American on trial cites near capture of bin Laden
A Pakistani claim links a group to al Qaida planning attacks on Pakistan's leaders, the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, Parliament, and Army House in Rawalpindi. Officials say Pakistan has detained over 60 terror suspects in five weeks as operations continue near the Afghan border. At a Peshawar gathering, locals prayed for militants said to be killed in army actions amid protests against U.S. raids.
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Activists push youth turnout in Iowa ahead of November election
Amber Hard of the New Voters Project warns that youth engagement hinges on 18 to 24 year olds voting in the upcoming November 2 election. The project aims to register 50,000 Iowa youths, while research shows early voting habits shape lifelong participation. The piece notes a persistent trend since 1972 regarding young voters.
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First Presidential Election Sees Young Voter Effort Rise
National youth turnout fell 13 percent, Iowa down 18 percent as 18 year olds could vote. The New Voters Project America Coming Together MoveOn.Org college groups and six nonpartisan outfits including Rock the Vote invest nearly 40 million dollars to mobilize young voters. Hard notes unprecedented funding and activity.
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Underage drinking rules in Iowa City face review
Iowa City officials prep a September council review of the under19 ban on bars after 10 pm. Dee Vanderhoef seeks statistics on neighborhood complaints and reported assaults before deciding on possible ordinance revisions. Police report PAULA tickets this year far below prior two years, with bar checks down.
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Overtime rules split opinions on worker pay impact
Deputy labor secretary defends new federal overtime rules taking effect Monday amid charges they will cut some workers pay while others gain. Rules redefine who gets time and a half after 40 hours, with eligibility expanded for those earning 23660 or less. The administration says 1.3 million lower income workers will gain, but many occupations may lose eligibility.
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