M-80 blast near L.A. harbor spurs police response
A large firecracker blast near the Los Angeles harbor prompted evacuations and bomb squad activity in a hotel parking garage. Investigators initially suspected a bomb, but police later suggested the SUV window damage may not have been caused by an explosive.
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10 10 10 Las Vegas wedding rush draws crowds
Las Vegas venues including churches and banquet halls saw a surge as couples rushed to wed on the rare 10 10 10 milestone. The license bureau extended Sunday hours to midnight amid the demand while New Hampshire Seacoast area and other places reported bookings well in advance.
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North Korea stages grand parade for Kim Jong Un heir
Kim Jong Il presided with his son Kim Jong Un at a massive military parade in Pyongyang. The event in Kim II Sung Square featured tens of thousands of civilians and goose stepping troops to project a smooth succession and dynastic continuity. Analysts note the foreign press invitation signals a calculated transition plan.
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Hungarian sludge spill prompts apology and compensation offer
In KOLONTAR Hungary the Mal Rt company owners express condolences to families of seven killed and those injured from the Ajka alumina plant sludge spill. They offer compensation proportional to responsibility. Officials warned another wall breach could unleash more toxic flood across nearby areas.
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Miners Near Rescue After 2 Month Chilean Cave Ordeal
In San Jose Mine Chile 33 trapped miners prepare for the endgame of a two month rescue. Health checks and safeguards are in place as officials plan a Wednesday extraction with a secret order for the first to go.
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