Runway safety fears rise over US air traffic lapses
A GAO investigation warns of a high risk of catastrophic runway collision in the United States due to faltering leadership and worn systems. It cites 370 incursions in fiscal 2007 and calls for FAA reforms, reduced controller overtime, better data, and stronger ramp area oversight.
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Gates visits Baghdad says secure Iraq within reach
Defense Secretary Robert Gates stated in Baghdad that a secure and stable Iraq is within reach despite rising violence in the north and a car bombing in a Shiite district killing at least 14. He urged patience as Iraqi forces take over duties from U.S. troops and urged integration of local fighters into security units amid declining overall violence and rising refugee returns.
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Quilting project aids foster children for Christmas
Wagner and Lehman recall foster care work and family paths while quilts are sewn by Bitzer and Hoyt. About 500 quilts donated. 200 more needed to cover roughly 700 system children. Donations of fabric batting backing and ribbons welcome. quilting bees encouraged. contact Hoyt at 2764242.
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Detainee rights case tests US justice system at Supreme Court
The Bush administration urged that Guantanamo detainees have adequate paths to contest confinement, framing current law as a liberalized protection for foreigners. Detainee lawyer Seth Waxman argued it is a fundamental test of the U.S. justice system, noting some have been held six years without meaningful review. The justices pressed both sides on civilian court hearings and proper venue for review.
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