State Department notes rise in terror incidents in 2003
The State Department revised its 2003 terror figures showing 208 incidents and 625 deaths, with significant events at 175 the highest since 1982. Officials said casualties were heavily Islamic extremist driven, and error in an April report prompted apologies from Secretary Powell.
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Toxic pollution rise in 2002 marks rare EPA increase
Toxic chemical releases rose 5 percent in 2002, reversing a downward trend and signaling only the second such rise in nearly two decades. About 4.79 billion pounds were released, excluding metal mining data halted after a court decision. EPA officials cited the 1999 shutdown of a Tucson plant as a major factor.
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Jury pool widened for Rudolph bombing trial in Birmingham
Federal judge approved trying serial bomber Eric Rudolph in Birmingham with jurors drawn from up to 500 people across northern Alabama. The plan keeps Birmingham as the trial venue while expanding the jury pool beyond the three county area. Federal prosecutors seek the death penalty for Rudolph, who faces charges tied to the 1996 Olympic Park bombing and other attacks.
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Iran frees eight British sailors but holds boats
Iran released eight British sailors detained for entering Iranian waters in the Shatt al-Arab but kept the three patrol boats and some equipment. State media said the sailors would depart Iran without the boats. officials cited a probable mistake in intrusion.
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