Investigators widen dragnet in search for hijack plotters
U S investigators pressed to identify terrorist collaborators possibly still at large while black boxes from two hijacked planes are recovered. FBI list of 52 wanted for questioning sent to airlines as immigration violations lead to detentions. German authorities tie Hamburg extremists to the attacks and Mexico says nine may have aided the plots.
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Military experts weigh Afghanistan strike options and risks
Washington defense officials and scholars say major ground campaigns would need months of prep, risk U.S. casualties, and depend on reach, airfields, and intelligence. Special forces face long distances and rugged terrain. air campaigns lack value without timely intelligence. Pakistan’s cooperation, staging bases, and large force deployments are pivotal considerations.
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Wednesday Powerball and Kansas draws recap
Lottery results and upcoming draws listed with Powerball numbers 13 25 35 39 47 and the Kansas picks 3 227 plus Cash 12 24 26 27 30 33. Estimated jackpots noted for Powerball at 26.6 million and Cash at 110000 with today’s Kansas Pick 3 drawing.
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History Highlights: McKinley RIP and Key's Banner Birthday
This history column recalls September events: 1901 President McKinley dies from a Buffalo shooting, Theodore Roosevelt becomes president. 1814 Francis Scott Key writes The Star Spangled Banner after Fort McHenry bombardment. 1927 Isadora Duncan dies in Nice from a scarf entanglement in a car wheel. 1940 Selective Service Act creates peacetime draft. 1948 UN Headquarters groundbreaking in NYC. 1975 Elizabeth Ann Seton canonized as first U.S. born saint. 1982 Grace Kelly dies after a car crash at 52.
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Birthdays today include Faith Ford and peers
Today's notable birthdays span Faith Ford at 37 and Kate Millett at 67, with stars like Walter Koenig 65, Joey Heather ton 57, Sam Neill 54, Bowser Bauman 54, Barry Cowsill 47, Steve Berlin 46, Joe Penny 45, Mary Crosby 42, Morten Harker 42, Dan Cortese 33, Craig Montoya 31, Kimberly Williams 30, and Nas 28. Faith Ford is highlighted among the list.
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Bowser" Bauman
Barry Cowsill
Steve Berlin
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Craig Montoya
Everclear
Kimberly Williams
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Pentagon to mobilize thousands of reservists after attacks
The Pentagon plans to call several thousand reservists to active duty in coming days, focusing on specialized skills to support air patrols over major cities. The authorization could reach about 40,000 reservists as part of a broader mobilization following Tuesday's terrorist strikes. Governor Pataki suspends speedy trial rules in New York for safety and disruption relief.
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New York City Primary Rescheduled After Attacks
The Legislature voted to move New York State's primary to September 25 after terrorist attacks halted NYC mayoral voting begun Tuesday. Other state primaries were postponed. runoff day set for October 11. Ballots from Tuesday void. absentee ballots remain valid.
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Insurance Claims Could Reach Forty Billion Dollars
The worldwide insurance industry faces paying between 25 and 40 billion dollars for property and injury losses from Tuesday's terrorist attacks in New York and Washington. Lawsuits are expected to be numerous and many costs may be borne by other parties including airlines, government agencies, and taxpayers. Experts say final figures and coverage implications may take years to resolve.
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Lawrence Health & Rec: Bicycling Options Nearby
The Lawrence area offers many bicycling choices from recreational paths to rural off road trails. Learn how to get involved in bicycling in Saturday's Health & Rec section.
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