Bush vows long war as US readies for battle
President Bush ordered troops to prepare for a prolonged war on terrorists following the hijack attacks. He pledged to "smoke them out" and bring bin Laden to justice, while warning of a potentially extended campaign. At Camp David, Cheney Powell and Rice joined the president as officials described new security measures and continued recovery efforts at the Pentagon and World Trade Center sites. Continental Airlines cut 12,000 jobs and reduced flights amid travel declines.
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25 detained as FBI questions immigration suspects
Twenty five people arrested for immigration violations are being questioned by the FBI in the hijacking investigation. None charged yet. some detainees cooperate. Two men held after Amtrak stop in Fort Worth flown to New York with 5000 dollars and box cutters. A man at JFK who tried to board a plane remains held.
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Weather Outlook for V Feather Today and Monday
Partly cloudy today with highs 75 to 80. Tonight remains partly cloudy with mid-50s lows. Monday stays partly sunny with highs near 80 and cooler near 50s at night. Details on 15A.
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Hope Fades at Ground Zero
The report notes dwindling chances of finding survivors after the attack at Ground Zero. Readers share reactions and opinions reflecting the national mood and the ongoing search and rescue efforts.
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