US drone strike kills senior Taliban figure in Pakistan
An American drone strike in South Waziristan killed Maulvi Nazir, a top Taliban commander who aided cross border attacks in Afghanistan and sheltered al Qaida. Eight others died in the house hit. Nazir had a complex relation with Pakistan including a nonaggression pact before a 2009 operation.
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New Mexico Receives Federal OK for State Health Exchange
Governor Susana Martinez announces New Mexico has conditional approval to run a state based health insurance exchange. The marketplace will serve New Mexicans with a tailored approach and enrollments begin next October, fully operating by January 2014.
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Martian rock found in Sahara challenges views on planet
A 2 billion year old coal colored meteorite named Black Beauty, donated from a Moroccan source, shows more water and older age than typical Martian meteorites. Led by Carl Agee the study confirms Martian origin and suggests surface water interaction during Mars wetter history. Scientists compare it to rocks studied by Spirit and Opportunity rovers.
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Suit claims NM woman endured two years in solitary at jail
A federal civil rights suit in Albuquerque alleges Jan Green was held in solitary confinement at Valencia County Detention Center for about two years, denied sanitary supplies and medical care, and subjected to unsanitary conditions. Officials deny the claims, noting Green's time in the general population and instances of separation for safety. The case seeks unspecified damages.
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Stolen Husky and Multiple Burglary Incidents Reported
Police were called to 1300 North Washington Avenue where a 3 year old husky with blue eyes was stolen from a yard. The dog is microchipped and hip problems were noted. In another case, a trailer at 800 Brazos Court suffered damaged hasps and locks with losses including a hydraulic jack, leaf blower, tool box, drills, sanders totaling about 2 261 dollars. A homeless subject set up a camp at 100 North Lea Avenue with a makeshift bed noted on Dec 12 and remains found with a bed on Jan 2. Contact Crime Stoppers at 888 594 TIPS for information.
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