Katia weakens to tropical storm as it moves across Atlantic
Katia weakened to a tropical storm about 930 miles east of the Leeward Islands moving west around 18 mph with max winds near 70 mph. Forecasters expect it to regain strength over the next two days and possibly become a major hurricane this weekend though U.S. impact remains unclear. The storm is forecast to pass north of the Caribbean.
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Gadhafi vows no surrender amid Libyan battle front
Muammar Gadhafi in a fiery broadcast warned loyalist tribes in Sirte and Bani Walid are armed and prepared to fight as rebels push toward Sirte. Rebels say the advance is going well and vow to continue resistance, while NATO operations continue.
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Nuclear quake risk cited in AP review of U S plants
An AP analysis of preliminary NRC data finds earthquake risk to U S reactors higher than believed, with about a quarter of plants possibly needing safety upgrades. The Virginia North Anna event underscored seismic vulnerabilities among 27 eastern and central reactors.
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Power outages persist after Irene across the East
Millions remain without electricity as Irene's aftereffects spread from Rhode Island to the East Coast. State officials call for investigations while utilities defend their response and crews work long shifts to restore power amid flooding and damaged infrastructure.
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