Suspect Mohammed Arrested in Pakistan in Al Qaida Network Case
Pakistani authorities with CIA agents arrested Mohammed, a top al Qaida figure linked to the Sept 11 attacks, near Islamabad along with Ahmed Abdul Qadoos and another unidentified foreigner. The operation, described as a major blow in the war on terrorism, followed a prior Quetta raid. Mohammed, a Kuwait-born naturalized Pakistani, is on the FBI wanted list and connected to multiple plots and attacks.
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Turkey parliament rejects U.S. troop basing plan
The Turkish parliament voted 264 to 250 with 19 abstentions to allow basing up to 62,000 troops and 255 warplanes in exchange for $15 billion in aid, but the speaker ruled the result short of the required majority and adjourned until Tuesday. Turkmen crowds protested, while U S ambassador Pearson sought guidance as Turkey weighs NATO and EU hopes and the fate of Iraq.
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NASA chief blocks reassignment amid Columbia probe dispute
NASA administrator Sean O Keefe rejects a request by the Columbia disaster investigation board to remove top shuttle managers. He pledges a new external task force to aid the probe while denying prejudgment. The board led by Adm Harold Gehman pressed for replacements to avoid conflicts of interest. The dispute marks the first major test of probe independence as Congress weighs options.
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Lawyers map billions in compensation after Rhode Island fire tragedy
Rhode Island families seek redress after The Station nightclub fire that killed 97 and injured many. Lawyers estimate at least $1 billion in claims, but foresee limited deep pockets. Civil suits may target pyrotechnics makers, soundproofing firms, promoters, architects, and building suppliers while a criminal probe proceeds.
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