FAA Orders MD-80 Jet Tail Inspections Nationwide
The FAA mandates inspections of tail areas on about 1,100 MD-80 MD-90 DC-9 and Boeing 717 jets after Alaska Airlines found metal shavings around jackscrews on two MD-80s. Airlines worldwide were urged to inspect. Alaska grounded two planes in Seattle and Portland. Passengers face minor delays. The action follows Alaska Flight 261 wreckage findings and prior industry inspections.
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Serial killer convictions tossed after new confession links another suspect
Hub ert Geralds Jr and Andre Crawford mix of cases seen as related after Crawford admits killing Rhonda King. Geralds faces retrial for five other killings and an attempted murder as charges are reassessed following a consolidated trial.
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History of hypertension raises stroke risk study
A New Orleans AP report finds high blood pressure in middle age greatly raises later stroke risk even if pressure is controlled. Doctors say high blood pressure remains the single most important cause of strokes.
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Wards Correction Notice on Tire Discounts
A printer error in the automotive section of the Wards Sunday circular affects discounts for February 11 and 12. The $20 instant discount on any set of 4 passenger tires does not apply to Michelin products, while a $25 Wards gift certificate rebate remains on Michelin X One or LTX M S tires.
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