Pentagon mobilizes airlines to transport troops
The Defense Department activated the Civil Reserve Air Fleet for the Persian Gulf buildup. Eleven carriers, including American Airlines and Delta, agreed to provide passenger aircraft to move troops as part of the first stage, with cargo planes remaining in reserve for now.
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Associated Press
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Iraq
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Steve Honda
Honda
Scott Air Force Base
Ilinois
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Continental Airlines
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Northwest Airlines
Omni Air International
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U5 Airways
World Airways
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Public remains enthusiastic about shuttle program after disaster
After the Columbia tragedy, polls show broad public support for continuing the space shuttle program. CNN-Time and CBS News polls report about 71 to 75 percent say the program is worth the risk and should continue, with about three-fourths citing its importance to the nation's future and pride.
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Cnn-Time
CBS News
Orlando Sentinel
CBS
Sentinel
Columbia
Agronomy Day Explores Precision Weed Control and Water Quality
Hibdon notes precision weed killing reduces pollutants and farming costs. Kansas State Extension trials near Ottawa show methods lowering chemical use and equipment wear. The Farm Bill expands water quality incentives benefitting Franklin County farmers. The Agronomy Day is free with preregistration via the Franklin County Extension office.
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Kansas State Extension and Research Station
Ottawa
Franklin County
NATO splits over Iraq risk to Turkey in crisis
In Brussels France Germany and Belgium veto NATO planning for Turkey defense, deepening rifts with the United States over Iraq. Turkey seeks emergency NATO consultations, a historic first, while France favors more UN inspection time and the US pushes for early action.
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