FBI wrestles with why it chased one man not the other
The Dallas case of Hosam Smadi ended with his arrest after he tried to blow up a downtown building using government supplied fake explosives, while Maj. Nidal Hasan faced 13 counts of premeditated murder in the Fort Hood rampage. FBI officials say Hasan’s emails to Anwar al Awlaki were not deemed a threat, prompting reviews and ongoing congressional scrutiny.
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Spy's Escape Shapes Fla. Legal Fight Over Dubai Venture
Herve Jaubert, a former French intelligence officer, fled Dubai by disguising as a Muslim woman after passport seizure and threats of arrest. Now in South Florida, he sues Dubai World Corp. over a failed submarine venture, which the company countersued, claiming debts and fraud totaling millions and a $31 million loss.
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Texas GOP primary tests anger at insiders and incumbents
In Texas a high stakes GOP primary pits Kay Bailey Hutchison, a longtime Washington insider endorsed by Dick Cheney, against Gov. Rick Perry seeking four more years. The race centers on anti Washington sentiment, government spending, and who best embodies Texas values amid national discontent.
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Correction Notice for Samsung Fridge Ad Error
On page 11 of the Friday November 27 Saturday November 28 ad insert the 26.0 cu ft Samsung LED French Door refrigerator SKU 9510004 was advertised at 1399.99 after 1000 savings representing 40 percent. The correct price is 1699.99 after 700 savings. We apologize for confusion or inconvenience this may have caused 2009 Best Buy.
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