Keeping tabs on travelers score system raises privacy concerns
The Homeland Security Department has assigned risk scores to millions of people crossing U S borders without their knowledge. The system stores these assessments for 40 years and labels it essential to national security after 9 11. Privacy advocates call it intrusive and risky.
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ATS Terrorist Risk Ratings for Millions of Travelers Revealed
The Automated Targeting System assigns terror risk scores to millions of American international travelers. Based on travel records and data such as origin, vehicle history, past trips, seating, and meal choice, ATS was disclosed in the Federal Register. Civil liberty advocates criticize its invasiveness while officials with Homeland Security refuse to disclose how many terrorists ATS has caught.
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Online access to arrest records sparks debate in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg AP reports new Pennsylvania court record rules would provide public online access to those charged with crimes but not convicted. Opponents from the Philadelphia Bar Association and the ACLU warn of potential hiring bias, while supporters note existing pre conviction data is already released by federal courts and most states.
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Bipartisan Iraq Study Group urges gradual pullback
In Washington the Iraq Study Group urges a gradual decrease of U S forces and stronger regional diplomacy rather than hard deadlines for withdrawal. The report signals a shift away from forceouts for critics seeking rapid troop reductions and stresses diplomacy as a core strategy.
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World timetable could shift Bush war strategy
A report outlining a global timetable was discussed by officials familiar with the group’s deliberations. It could provide President Bush political cover to change tactics in the unpopular war.
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Pope appeals for goodwill during Turkey trip
Pope Benedict XVI wrapped up his first papal visit to a predominantly Muslim nation with a message of goodwill saying the Vatican imposes nothing on anyone and desires freedom for all. He spoke at Istanbul Holy Spirit Cathedral after a mosque moment of prayer and urged Christian unity alongside Muslim outreach.
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Weather Outlook With Snow Showers Likely
Saturday highs in the mid 30s with a low near 27 bring snow showers at times. Sunday peaks near 39 with a low around 23 and a few snow showers fading. Extended outlook shows Monday in the mid 20s with chances of more snow showers and chilly nights. Sunrise 7 27 a.m. Sunset 4 54 p.m.
Lotteries Draw Summary for Pennsylvania and Ohio
Pennsylvania and Ohio lottery results list nightly draws. Pennsylvania Night Big 4 394, Cash 5 11 13 33 34 36, Lucky For Life 12 20 26 31 35 36 Midday 191, Big 4 8459. Ohio Night Pick 3 533 Pick 4 0460 Rolling Cash 5 7 89 23 34 Day Pick 3 248 Pick 4 8391.
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Today in History Highlights from 1824 to 1969
Notable events include the 1824 U S presidential vote moving to the House amid a four candidate deadlock with Adams ultimately winning. The 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition closed after seven months and 20 million visitors. Other milestones cover the first drive in service station 1913, the C-7 helium dirigible 1921, Kirov’s assassination 1934, Tehran conference 1943, Bernstein’s Candide Broadway debut 1956, and the first postwar draft lottery 1969.
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Notable Birthdays Of Entertainment Figures This Week
Actor Robert Symonds turns 80. Woody Allen reaches 71. Golfer Lee Trevino is 67. TV producer David Salzman becomes 63. Rock drummer John Densmore is 62. Bette Midler is 61. Charlene Tilton ages to 48. Nestor Carbonell is 39. Golderi Brooks turns 36.
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Daily Record births and theft report in New Castle
Jameson Hospital gifted a son to Julie and David Schuler of New Castle on November 29, 2006. A second birth was recorded for Kelly and Michael Sopko of New Castle on November 30, 2006 at Beeghly Medical Park in Boardman. A theft in New Castle involved three tan landscaping bricks from the front yard on East Garfield Avenue between 8:30 and 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, marking a third brick theft in recent weeks.
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Corrections Local Information Line For Conservation Conference
Inquiries about the conservation filling conference should call Dianna Hendrick at 814 226 8160 extension 192. The number printed Wednesday was incorrect. If unavailable contact Mitchel Olszak at 724 654 6651 extension 628, between 10 30 a.m. and 3 p.m.
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