Russian forces press Chechnya assault near Grozny
Russian troops and rebels clash around Grozny as hundreds of tanks move toward the capital. Reports cite fierce battles west and east of the city with claims of civilian casualties and accusations of broken pledges to halt bombing.
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Chechnya conflict escalates as Russia advances near Grozny
In Moscow Russia and Chechen authorities clash over casualty estimates with claims of heavy losses on both sides. Chechen deputy minister Ruslan Chimayev accuses Moscow of hypocrisy as Grozny raids reportedly kill hundreds. Russia says 115 forces seized Pervomaiskoye and Khankala airfield as thousands flee Grozny amid fighting.
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Crash survivor faces challenges of recovery
Ron Lewis, 35, discharged from Wake Medical Center after surviving American Eagle Flight 3379 crash near Raleigh, faces ongoing physical and emotional recovery. He plans to return to his Sears job in Hoffman Estates and fly again, while family, neighbors, and Wake staff praise his ordeal and wish him well.
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Salty mystery of 150 year old Syracuse barrels found
Archaeologists recovered 18 barrels marked Syracuse and Salina from a shipwreck near Millecoquins River. Most are empty and may have carried salt, while four unmarked barrels held bones and rotting fish. A damaged mast bore an 1833 mark, aiding dating efforts. Researchers seek vessel identification with help from local authorities and preserve artifacts at regional facilities.
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