Virginia to try sniper suspects first in capital cases
John Allen Muhammad and John Lee Malvo will face Virginia courts first for two capital murders in Manassas and Falls Church as part of a spree blamed for 12 deaths and 5 injuries. Authorities say they are linked to at least 17 shootings across Maryland Washington D C and Virginia. The cases carry the possibility of the death penalty under new Virginia laws and terrorism provisions.
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FBI official to head Catholic abuse reform office
Kathleen McChesney, top FBI official, named director of the Office for Child and Youth Protection. The choice aims to enforce the bishops clerical abuse charter as they rebuild trust after hundreds of priest removals nationwide.
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FDA approves 20 minute HIV test OraQuick
The FDA approved a rapid 20 minute HIV test OraQuick that uses a finger prick and a dipstick to deliver results with 99.6 percent accuracy. The test aims to increase on site testing and reduce the number of people who do not return for results.
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Powell warns months away from U.S. Iraq showdown progress
Secretary of State Powell said a confrontation over Iraqs chemical and biological programs and a nuclear effort could be months away as UN inspections determine disarmament. He stressed U.N. support, noted Blix and Baradei lead inspections, and discussed veto powers and ongoing diplomacy with Russia France and China.
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