Two arrested in al Qaida linked Internet case in Peshawar
In Peshawar, Pakistan, two men suspected of al Qaida links were arrested after two days of surveillance and email monitoring. One suspect was named Khalid Ahmed, the other’s identity not released. Officials said the men were questioned at an undisclosed location.
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Troops begin 15 day R and R from Kuwait to U S
Soldiers in Iraq rotate home for two week leave as part of a morale boost. The program covers 15 day breaks for those on a year in the region, with flights to Germany and Baltimore provided, and onward travel paid by troops. Families anticipate emotional goodbyes as loved ones return to duty.
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Pete Mitchell
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Iraqi council member killed in Baghdad ambush
Nine people were killed by a mortar attack and subsequent wounds from an ambush near Baghdad. Al Hashimi, a Shiite Muslim and leading U.N. envoy candidate, died after hospitalization. The attack heightened fears as the U.N. downsized international staff and security concerns persisted.
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Do Not Call List Faces Legal Battle and Delays
Congress passed a bill affirming FTC authority to run the national do not call registry but a federal judge in Denver blocked it from taking effect. Notting ham ruled the list unconstitutional under the First Amendment. FTC plans to appeal while urging signups at donotcall.gov and 1-888-382-1222.
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Budget debate flags need for higher school funding
Judge questions Augenblick & Myers study urging an $852 million rise in Kansas school spending. Tompkins says no other figures exist. Attorney Rupe presses state officials on adequacy of aid while Dodge City Middle School principal Kathy Taylor cites math and English proficiency gaps amid budget limits. Wichita Superintendent Brooks cites 49,037 district enrollment and 8,000 students in special education, highlighting urban needs and higher service demand.
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Obscene voicemails continue at Garden City Community College
Garden City Community College officials report ongoing obscene voice messages directed at college employees. Quakenbush says staff remain on duty while police trace the caller and urge anyone with tips to contact Garden City Police or Crime Stoppers. He hopes the investigation ends soon.
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