Billions more needed to secure U S embassies
The AP reports that about 150 U.S. missions abroad still fall short of post 9 11 security standards, despite a $4 billion drive. The State Department seeks roughly $7.5 billion for new buildings at about 50 posts and $850 million for major rehabilitation at 40, plus $100 million annually for upgrades at 16,100 properties.
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White House blocks Army contracting monitoring generals
Washington AP The White House through OMB blocked a plan to add five active duty generals to oversee Army contracting and monitor performance. The Gansler panel urged generals in contracting to strengthen rules, with a proposed Army Contracting Command and senior Pentagon roles. The plan would cost about 1.2 million annually, but the Army already has over 300 generals.
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Missile defense plans face delays beyond 2013 target
The Defense Department warns that European missile defense may miss the 2013 goal as interceptors lack sufficient testing. Congress may demand more trials, delaying launches for years and complicating Bush administration priorities amid Russia and Iran tensions.
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Becker's Bridge East Dealer in No Trump Bridge
Bridge deal notes Becker's Bridge East dealer with neither side vulnerable. North holds JA107653 and VKI96 in a hand described for contract analysis.
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Brilliant six spades slam at European team event
In a Switzerland versus Belgium match at the European championships, both declarers made 12 tricks in six spades. West led a diamond, the hearts were ruffed, and through precise play both sides reached the slam despite risky lines. East discarded poorly, allowing declarers to secure the queen and complete the slam.
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Sudoku Rules and Weekly Difficulty Sequence
The Sudoku puzzle requires placing numbers 1 through 9 in a 9x9 grid so that every row column and 3x3 box contains each number once. The Concept notes that difficulty rises from Monday to Saturday.
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