CIA strike targets al Qaeda number two in Pakistan
U S officials say a Monday drone strike in Pakistan targeted Abu Yahia al Libi but it is unclear if he was among the dead. Reports conflict over casualties with U S saying fewer than five hit while Pakistan says over a dozen killed in two days of strikes as Washington presses its drone program. The strikes come as Pakistan urges an end to the program.
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Five Busted Bodies Found in Arizona Blaze
In a desert area within 35 miles of a major city and about 70 miles north of the border investigators found a car burning with five bodies burned beyond recognition inside. Pinal County Sheriff Paul Babeu suspects a violent cartel, given the location on a known smuggling corridor and the crime’s nature.
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Grim search after Nigerian plane crash near Lagos
Emergency crews in mask protection combed a smoldering Iju Ishaga neighborhood five miles from Murtala Muhammed Airport after the Dana Air MD-83 struck buildings killing 153 aboard and unknown on the ground. By nightfall 137 bodies were recovered as rescue dogs searched debris and apartment blocks. International reactions included President Goodluck Jonathan visiting the crash site and U S and Chinese victims noted, with Boeing and Dana Air offering assistance as investigations begin.
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Obama Romney tax gap shows cost of plans on rich
Two research groups compare the presidential candidates tax bills under Obama and Romney plans. Romney would save about 5 million annually, Obama could save up to 90 thousand by Romney approved changes. The debate centers on higher earners paying fair shares and how tax reform affects deficits and growth.
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Jury selection begins in Sandusky trial in Bellefonte
In Bellefonte 68 year old former Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky faces a jury on 10 counts of alleged sexual abuse of boys over 15 years. Prosecutors sought jurors from another county but Judge Cleland declined. The case tests a community deeply tied to Penn State as selection proceeds amid intense coverage.
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