First Guantanamo detainee trial cleared for civilian court
Ahmed Khalfan Ghailani, held years by CIA, cleared to face trial for the August 1998 embassy bombings in Africa that killed 224 people. Judge Kaplan ruled interrogation evidence not grounds to dismiss, noting national security interests. Trial date set for September 27.
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Africa
BP tests new Gulf cap to halt oil flow
BP prepares to test a tight fitting cap atop the leaking Gulf of Mexico well to block fresh oil. Officials say results within 48 hours will show if the cap can stanch the gush as residents warn of ongoing cleanup and lingering impacts.
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Missing Iranian scientist surfaces in Washington
A missing Iranian nuclear scientist Shahram Amiri is free to return to Iran says the State Department. He reportedly arrived at the Pakistani embassy in Washington and traveled there on his own amid conflicting explanations of his disappearance since June 2009. Iran insists he was abducted. the U.S. notes he acted of his own will and could go home.
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Madrid
U.S
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Afghan turncoat fatally injures three British troops in Helmand
An Afghan soldier opened fire with a rocket propelled device on a base in Nahr i Saraj Helmand fatally injuring three British soldiers and wounding four others. The attacker fled with unclear motives as the Taliban claimed sympathy. The incident raises concerns about Afghan security forces and NATO training aims before a planned drawdown.
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The Four Time Texas Lottery Winner Joan Ginther
Four time Texas Lottery winner Joan Ginther has netted nearly 21 million dollars from four tickets since 1993. Neighbors say she values privacy while townspeople recall her quiet generosity and charitable acts in Bishop and now Las Vegas.
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