Murtha remembered by hundreds at Pa funeral home
Hundreds braved snow and cold to honor John Murtha, the longtime Democratic congressman who chaired the House defense subcommittee. Gov. Rendell lauded Murtha as a key ally who secured jobs and military spending for Pennsylvania, while mourners including family and veterans shared memories of his public service and humor.
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Biden Cheney clash over terror trials and Iran kept in focus
Washington AP reports a heated exchange between Vice Presidents Biden and Cheney over how to handle terror suspects, Iraq gains, and Iran. Biden accuses Cheney of misinformation while Cheney questions Obama’s approach to al Qaida, marking ongoing partisan volleys in national security debates.
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Fleming injured in Biden motorcade accident at Vancouver
Peggy Fleming figure skating great suffered minor injuries when her vehicle in Vice President Biden's Vancouver Olympic motorcade was rear ended. Biden's car was uninjured. Fleming and others were checked at a hospital as a precaution. She later attended a skating event near Biden.
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Space station moves domed observatory to Tranquility deck
CAPE CANAVERAL Fla AP astronauts in the space station complex planned to relocate a $27 million domed observation deck from Tranquility to the other side using a giant robotic arm. The job stalled by depressurization delays and a clearance snag before final placement.
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Oldest death row inmate dies at age 94 in Arizona
Viva Le roy Nash died at 94 in the Florence prison complex after a lifetime in custody from age 15. Authorities noted he was deaf nearly blind and in a wheelchair with dementia and mental illness. Prosecutors appeal a federal ruling over his competence remained pending.
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