Gainesville killer pleads guilty before trial selection
Danny Harold Rolling, 39, already serving life, unexpectedly pleads guilty to 1990 murders of five college students. He faces a sentencing hearing for potential death penalty. jury to hear penalty phase starting Wednesday, with the judge deciding the final sentence.
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Bombing trial closings cite lack of witnesses in bomb factory
In New York, a U.S. prosecutor told the jury in closing arguments that there were no witnesses to the bomb's construction, saying you dont invite people into a bomb factory. He wrapped up five months of circumstantial evidence as Ahmad Ajaj Mohammad Salameh Nidal Ayyad and Mahmud Abouhalima faced potential life sentences if convicted.
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Tape testimony ties fire to cult in Waco siege
Prosecution played tapes Tuesday showing Branch Davidians discussing igniting a fire as agents prepared to assault their compound near Waco. The exhibit cites lines like Got any fuel and Start the fire while David Koresh led 78 others including 18 children in the April 19 inferno that ended a 51 day standoff. Four agents and others were killed in the raid aftermath.
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Viacom wins Paramount takeover as QVC loses bid
Viacom clinched a victory over QVC Network in the Paramount Communications takeover fight, propelling Viacom toward completing its merger with Blockbuster Entertainment while facing the demands of running a large entertainment and publishing empire. Sumner Redstone hailed the win as a personal triumph, defeating Barry Diller who aims to build an independent interactive media venture.
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