Ferguson given six life terms for Long Island Rail Road massacre
Colin Ferguson was sentenced to six consecutive life terms plus 19 additional years for the 1993 Long Island Rail Road attack that killed six and injured 19 aboard a commuter train. He represented himself, attacking the system and denying insanity, while survivors criticized his defense and the lengthy hearing concluded after three days.
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Kaelin details murder night for jurors in Simpson trial
Juror testimony by Brian Kaelin described an evening with OJ Simpson that formed a timeline for the murder and referenced a quarrel involving Simpson and his ex wife. Kaelin recalled Sydney's recital, the return from the dance, and limited time Simpson spent with his daughter as investigators pursued leads.
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Pilot lands Dash-8 at wrong airport in Taiwan
A Great China Airlines Dash-8 jet misrouted from Chiayi to Penghu Island, leaving 22 passengers fearing hijack or engine trouble before the crew realized the error. Pilot Ray Hargrove then flew the group to Taipei about an hour later. company president Li Chung-ching cited duty-assignment procedures as the lapse.
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Oklahoma lawmaker proposes marriage on the House floor
Oklahoma City AP report notes state lawmakers approved a legislative proposal while Rep. Clay Pope introduced his girlfriend Lori Wilson to the chamber. Pope asked Speaker Glen Johnson for permission to propose, Wilson nodded yes, and the couple shared a kiss after the diamond ring was given in the gallery. Belfast scene follows with UK troop withdrawal and cease-fire context.
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Hubble clears Mars weather findings challenge 1970s views
Washington AP reports Hubble Space Telescope photos show Mars atmosphere clearer and cooler than during NASA Viking 1976 dust storms. Researchers say early Mars climate interpretations were biased by Viking dust. Steven Lee of the University of Colorado notes the planet likely cycles beyond the Viking-era dusty period.
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Tyson Prison Tag Destruction Planned in Indianapolis
Indiana Youth Center officials say they will destroy clothing tags and other items bearing Mike Tyson's name once he is released on Saturday. The boxer serves three years for rape and his prison number and clothing will be given to incoming inmates. Assistant superintendent Phil Slavens says souvenirs are not proper.
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Lone survivor aids identification of post office shooting suspect
Lone survivor David Grossman helped police describe the gunman after being shot in the face during the Tuesday afternoon attack. Investigators, aided by Grossman's description and an anonymous tip, led to the arrest of Christopher Green, a 29 year old former postal worker, jailed on federal charges. police recovered a 9 mm pistol, bloodstained money orders, and cash in Green's East Orange apartment.
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Poison gas experts seize cult chemicals in Japan
Japanese military poison gas experts seized chemicals found in a car linked to the Aum Shinri Kyo sect after a police chase in western Japan. A 14 member squad neutralized bottles tied to nerve gas and police searched sect compounds as investigations expand into the subway attack that killed 10 and injured about 5,000.
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