Mine disaster probe slowed by obstructions at Upper Big Branch
Obstructions and other hazards inside the Upper Big Branch mine hinder a federal investigation into the worst U.S. coal mining disaster in decades. Officials say at least one probe may not be finished.
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Top 5 Web Items From The Past Day
A roundup highlights diverse web items including reports of saucer sightings after a festival, a warrant issued for Gomez, and warnings that domestic violence signs may be non physical. Also notes a new email money scam and cautions that reverse mortgages are not for everyone.
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Perry scales tough conditions ahead of British Open
In St Andrews Scotland Kenny Perry braved heavy rain and strong wind on the eve of the British Open as locals shrug that nae rain nae wind means nae golf. Perry aimed for one more practice round despite the miserable weather.
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Dexter judge charged with petty cash theft in Roswell
Dexter Municipal Court Judge Lupe Fuentez 26 turned herself in after Roswell police allege she stole 100 from the Roswell Municipal Court petty cash. Fuentez resigned July 7 after serving as senior court clerk prior to the arrest.
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Ads urge Bingaman to push climate bill in Senate
Environmental groups pool six figure funds for a television ad highlighting Senator Jeff Bingaman of New Mexico as a key ally to advance climate change legislation amid Senate gridlock. They stress his chair role on energy and natural resources and urge action for clean energy and green jobs.
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Feds Approve Cap Test On BP Gulf Spill
The government approves a test of BP’s new temporary cap to slow oil flow in the Gulf of Mexico. Retired Adm Thad Allen says the move aims to avoid irreversible mistakes while assessing the cap’s ability to contain the leak. The 75 ton cap was placed on the well on Monday as tests proceed.
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Pray for the women of Pakistan by Hina Abel
Hina Abel urges focus on Pakistani women hardships. She notes literacy around 25 percent for men and 10 percent for women and describes gender restrictions. Abel cites infanticide risk and social control, with daughters often treated as liabilities.
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University of Kentucky
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Roswell Opens Centralized 12000-Square-Foot Recycling Facility
Roswell breaks ground in May on a 12000 square foot recycling facility on West Brasher Road beside the Roswell Municipal Landfill. Opening in November during New Mexico Recycling Awareness Month, the site will replace the East Second Street operation with a centralized plant featuring five overhead doors and a loading dock for broker pickup.
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