Army studies death by own action prevention program
Army medical researchers launch a $17 million three year study to identify effective prevention programs for suicides among servicemembers. The effort, led by Fort Detrick officials, aims to build a database of what works across multiple research groups. More than 1,100 service members killed themselves 2005 through 2009.
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Man charged in D C subway plot
Farooque Ahmed a naturalized Virginia resident was arrested after casing Washington metro stations in a staged al Qaida plot. He allegedly proposed rolling suitcases to maximize casualties and offered to fund overseas extremist causes while being monitored by the FBI. He was held without bond after an Alexandria court appearance.
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GOP plans sweeping agenda after likely House gains
Republican leaders project a 2011 push centered on more than 100 billion dollars in spending cuts and tax reductions. They aim to repeal parts of Obama's health care law and roll back financial regulations while weighing how fast to advance the agenda and how Obama will respond.
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Christie stands by halt on $9B Hudson tunnel project
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie keeps his vow to cancel the $9 billion-plus Hudson River tunnel linking New Jersey and New York City. He rebuffed federal offers to salvage the project, citing cost risks and a looming open-ended credit. Critics call the move shortsighted while noting a $600 million hole and ongoing rider delays. Amtrak and NJ Transit face continued congestion due to the century-old tunnel.
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Indonesia faces twin disasters as death toll tops 300
The Mentawai tsunami and Mount Merapi eruption killed at least 311 people and left more than 20 000 displaced. Officials say the warning system failed due to maintenance neglect, with hundreds still missing as aid arrives.
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Mujiharto
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