Romney defends Afghanistan omission at convention stop
Mitt Romney defended omitting Afghanistan from his convention speech and said he would not watch President Obama's address unless it focused on fulfilled promises. He spoke with veterans in New Hampshire and noted his American Legion remarks as proof of his military commitment.
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Passenger hailed as hoax caller prompts Philadelphia jet return
A Dallas bound US Airways flight from Philadelphia was forced to turn back after a hoax tip claiming dangerous substances on board. Passenger Christopher Shell of Philadelphia was escorted off as bomb dogs searched the plane. no substance found. FBI and police treated the call as a serious crime.
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Texas to open fastest US highway at 85 mph
The Texas Transportation Commission approved an 85 mph limit for a 41 mile toll road from Austin to Seguin near I 35 corridor. The first U S road with this limit opens in November amid safety concerns and studies on crashes. Officials say topology and access will be reviewed before opening.
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Oil from 2010 BP spill found on Louisiana beaches
LSU tests confirm that oil on Elmer's Island and Grand Isle matches the Macondo spill signature. BP says Isaac waves exposed buried oil as cleanup teams brace for further discoveries along the Gulf Coast.
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