Coast Guard intercepts vessel crowded with Chinese migrants off Mexico
In the Pacific, Coast Guard officials stopped a 180 foot converted fishing vessel named the Chih Yung about 100 miles off northern Mexico after a plane detected the ship carrying more than 150 suspected illegal Chinese migrants. A boarding party found migrants jammed below decks in desperate need of food and water.
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Historic Central Synagogue Damaged By Fire In Manhattan
A fire heavily damaged the Central Synagogue in Manhattan on Friday, reportedly started by a worker’s propane torch. Smoke billowed from the Moorish style landmark built between 1870 and 1872. main sanctuary suffered water damage while Torah scrolls had been removed prior to renovations, per head Rabbi Peter Rubenstein.
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Northwest pilots strike sparks midcountry travel concerns
Northwest Airlines pilots began a strike after rejecting a late offer on pay and job security. The union warned to halt all services at 11 01 p m CDT the strike deadline. Airlines and airports prepared for disruption amid stalled talks and no presidential intervention.
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Youth murder suspects to face psychological exams
Two boys aged 7 and 8 will undergo independent psychological tests to assess competency to stand trial for the killing of 11 year old Ryan Harris. Judge Andrew Berman ordered the evaluations, rejecting a request to test rights comprehension. Police say the pair admitted to throwing rocks that struck Harris, while defense argues autopsy details suggest another possible killer.
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Libyan protests U N sanctions extension over Lockerbie trial
Libya condemned a U N Security Council call to extend sanctions tied to the Pan Am 103 case. Libyan Foreign Ministry urged acceptance of a Netherlands trial for two Libyan suspects while criticizing conditions linked to the resolution. Moammar Gadhafi urged US Britain talks to move the trial abroad.
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Ex Spice Girl's charity sale includes Union Jack dress
Ex Spice Girl Geri Halliwell auctions her wardrobe at Sotheby's on Sept 16 to benefit Sargent Cancer Care for Children. The sale features the Union Jack minidress bought with her first royalties, a 1967 MGB roadster, and a beaded white gown and coat worn when presented to Queen Elizabeth II. Proceeds go to charity. dress delivery promised to the buyer.
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