Judge signs off on deal for 9 11 responders
In federal court Manhattan Judge Alvin Hellerstein approves a settlement ending a seven year lawsuit by nearly 10 000 police officers firefighters and construction workers exposed to WTC toxic ash The deal totals 625 to 7125 million with 94 percent of funds to the sickest claimants and about 25 percent for legal fees It was endorsed by plaintiffs lawyers and Kenneth Feinberg who warned opting out would be a mistake
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Monaco Prince Albert to wed Charlene Wittstock
Paris AP reports Monaco heir Prince Albert will marry Charlene Wittstock, ending bachelor years. The couple, both Olympians, met in 2000 and Wittstock has lived in Monaco since 2006. Palace officials say engagement announced now with wedding date to follow after the mandatory six month wait.
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Ghaos at Connecticut airport renews tarmac-time debate
About 300 passengers stranded overnight at Bradley International Airport near Hartford endured a four hour heat drenched delay before reaching Newark Liberty. The incident renews debate over a three hour limit on tarmac time not covering international flights and prompts federal review of potential rule violations. Virgin Atlantic offered vouchers and considered ticket credits as it apologized for the disruption.
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