Protests Surge as Egypt’s Morsi Powers Spark Backlash
More than 100000 Egyptians protested outside Cairo's presidential palace on Tuesday amid Ahmed Morsi's decrees granting him unchecked powers. Opponents seek a November referendum on a draft constitution, while judges balk at overseeing the vote. Protests spread to Alexandria and other cities as the opposition, energized by recent decrees, demands limits on Morsi and broader freedoms.
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Iran Displays Claimed U.S. Drone Capture Amid Tensions
Iran released what it described as an intact U.S. unmanned ScanEagle drone after claiming capture in a growing standoff with Washington over reconnaissance missions. The U.S. Navy said no drones were missing, while experts questioned the craft’s origin and authenticity and Tehran warned of broader territorial surveillance violations.
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Snowplow Simulator Helps Dallas Plow Crews Practice Storms
In Texas and nine other states, highway authorities use a snowplow simulation to train drivers for winter storms. The Dallas area toll authority invested 84000 dollars in blades and partnered with L-3 Communications for virtual training. The simulator recreates slick roads, poor visibility, and even wildlife, with crashes shown on screen to sharpen driver response.
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FEMA says disaster relief fund enough for Sandy recovery
FEMA Director Craig Fugate told the House committee the disaster relief fund has about 4.8 billion available to distribute for Superstorm Sandy recovery through early spring. About 2 billion has been distributed to 11 states, while New York New Jersey and Connecticut seek 83 billion more. Obama plans a request this week, but talks hint at staged aid with spending cuts elsewhere.
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