Roundup: clemency denied in Utah murder case
Utah inmate Ronnie Lee Gardner lost his bid for clemency, leaving his firing squad execution date likely. The Utah Board of Pardons and Parole rejected the request unanimously, stating the jury verdict was not inappropriate.
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BP Shortcuts Cited Before Gulf Blowout Disasters
House panel releases internal BP documents detailing cost cutting and risk increasing choices on the Deepwater Horizon rig days before the April 20 explosion. The findings come as President Obama tours the Gulf and plans a nationally televised Oval Office address on the spill response.
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Refugee Crisis Deepens as Osh Faces Ethnic Violence
Uzbek refugees flee Kyrgyzstan after days of deadly clashes in Osh near the Uzbekistan border. Officials report 138 dead and 1,800 wounded, with estimates of up to 100,000 awaiting entry and thousands already crossing. Uzbekistan sets camps as UN and others provide aid.
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Four Warnings Issued Before Arkansas Flood Fatalities
Four warnings were issued within an hour about potential flash flooding in the Ouachita Mountains but did not reach vacationers at a remote campground. The Little Missouri River rose 14 feet, cutting off crossings as searchers recovered a 20th victim. Federal and state officials will review contributing factors and prevent future disasters. Charles “Bubba” Wade, whose granddaughter died in the flood, voiced calls for improvement.
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Afghanistan Eyes Long Path to Mineral Wealth Worth Trillions
U.S. geologists estimate Afghanistan sits on about 908 billion dollars in iron copper cobalt and gold. Profit depends on security investment and peace talks, with risks of corruption and renewed conflict if the Taliban gains control in key mining areas. Officials say revenue could bolster sovereignty but heavy work and stability are required.
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