Appalachian fires scorch 47 000 acres
Wildfires across the southern Appalachians have burned nearly 47 000 acres with heavy smoke. Flames reached homes in Kentucky's Daniel Boone National Forest as arson and careless campers sparked most blazes.
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Singapore Airlines apology after deadly Taiwan crash
Singapore Airlines apologized after investigators found the Los Angeles bound Boeing 747-400 failed to heed warnings and struck a construction laden runway in Taiwan. The crash killed 81 of 179 aboard, including 23 Americans, as investigators questioned Captain Chee Kong Foong while relatives gathered to identify remains.
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House passes Everglades restoration bill
The House approved the Everglades restoration bill by 312 to 2, marking a rare bipartisan achievement. Leaders then recessed for a campaign period as the body faces stalled spending bills and tax debates ahead of midterm elections. Florida Governor Jeb Bush praised the measure as a major environmental milestone.
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