Deaths as Hurricane Irene batters U.S. East Coast

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AlJazeeraEnglish on Aug 27, 2011

Millions of people are taking shelter along the American east coast.

Hurricane Irene is not the most powerful storm on record, but still large enough to cause damage.

Deadly quake rocks Chile + Chile’s deadly quake upgraded to magnitude 8.8 + Chile’s killer quake toll passes 300

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Al Jazeera English
February 27, 2010

A magnitude 8.8 earthquake has struck near the city of Concepcion in Chile, the US Geological Survey (USGS) reports.

The quake, which struck early on Saturday, shook buildings and caused blackouts in as far away as parts of the capital, Santiago.

Michelle Bachelet, the outgoing president, said six people were killed and that more deaths were possible.

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via Al Jazeera English – Americas – Deadly quake rocks Chile.

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Chile’s deadly quake upgraded to magnitude 8.8

Press TV
27 Feb. 2010

Small plane hits Austin building, sets off blaze + Man flies aircraft into Texas tax office after setting home on fire + Online suicide note

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PressTV
Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:47:31 GMT

A small single-engine plane has crashed into a seven-story office building in Austin, Texas with at least one person unaccounted for.

According to Harry Evans of the Austin Fire Department, firefighters found “heavy fire destruction in and around the second floor… lots of heat, lots of smoke, lots of fire,” CNN reported on Thursday.

Witness Cynthia Reed described people in the building as “hanging out the windows, screaming for help.”

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Man flies aircraft into Texas tax office after setting home on fire

Rep. John Murtha dead at 77

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Sincere condolences and sympathies to John Murtha’s family and friends.

USATODAY.com
Feb 8, 2010

WASHINGTON — Rep. John Murtha, a decorated Vietnam combat veteran and critic of the Iraq war, died Monday of complications from gall bladder surgery. He was 77.

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Rep. Murtha, first Vietnam vet elected to House, dead at 77

McClatchy

WASHINGTON — Rep. John Murtha D-Pa., the first Vietnam veteran elected to the House of Representatives and an outspoken critic of the Iraq war, died Monday of complications of gallbladder surgery, a spokesman for the lawmaker said.

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via Rep. Murtha, first Vietnam vet elected to House, dead at 77 | McClatchy.

Taliban attack govt. buildings in Kabul

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www.presstv.ir
Mon, 18 Jan 2010 05:50:21 GMT

Taliban militants have attacked government buildings near Afghanistan’s presidential palace in the capital city of Kabul, according to officials.

Spokesman for the Taliban Zabihullah Mujahid said on Monday that 20 of the group’s militants had occupied several government buildings.

Press TV correspondent Fayez Khorshid in Kabul reported that militants had entered several buildings near the Afghan presidential palace.

‘Explosion attempt’ on US flight + Passenger caught with explosives on US plane

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Various news organizations’ reports on the incident in Detroit.

Al Jazeera English
Dec. 26, 2009

A reported attempt by a Nigerian man to light an explosive aboard a US passenger aircraft has been described by the White House as “an attempted act of terrorism”.

Abdulmutallab, who was overpowered by passengers and crew of Delta Flight 253, was taken into custody after the jet landed safely in Detroit.

US officials said he appeared to have links to al-Qaeda.

via Al Jazeera English – Americas – ‘Explosion attempt’ on US flight

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‘Terror attempt’ on US aircraft – 26 Dec 09

AlJazeeraEnglish
December 25, 2009

US authorities say a passenger on board a transatlantic flight is in custody after trying to ignite an explosive device on the plane.

The incident happened as the flight made its final descent into the US city of Detroit.

The White House has called it “an attempted act of terrorism”.

The No-News No-Column Column by Walter Brasch

by Walter Brasch
Featured Writer
Dandelion Salad
www.walterbrasch.com
December 6, 2009

I don’t have a column this week.

You see, I analyze and interpret the news, trying to find something that others haven’t touched. When there’s lots of news, I have a playground of riches. But during the past week, there were only two stories, and every reporter, columnist, commentator, pundit, bloviator, and blogger weighed in on it. There was nothing more I could add—from any perspective.

Tragedy: Dozens dead as Moscow-St Petesburg train derails + Crash might be terror attack + Explosives found

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Sad news, condolences to all who had family and/or friends killed or injured on this train.

RussiaToday
November 28, 2009

At least 25 people have been killed and dozens injured when a train partially derailed on its way from Moscow to St Petersburg on Friday night. It’s feared the death toll could rise with 18 people still unaccounted for.

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Raw video of fatal train disaster in Russia

RussiaToday
November 28, 2009

Fort Hood, Texas Shooting: 12 dead, 31 injured

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Updated

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November 05, 2009

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Fort Hood, Texas Shooting: 12 dead, 31 injured

Six Senior Iranian Revolutionary Guard Commanders Killed in Suicide Bombing, Iran Blames US and Pakistan

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Democracy Now!
Oct. 19, 2009

Six Senior Iranian Revolutionary Guard Commanders Killed in Suicide Bombing, Iran Blames US and Pakistan

Iran’s president is accusing Pakistani agents of involvement in a suicide bombing in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchistan on Sunday that left at least forty-two people dead and injured dozens more. According to state media, one or more suicide bombers targeted a group of Revolutionary Guard leaders who had arranged to meet tribal leaders in the Sunni region close to the Pakistani border. Some other Iranian officials are pointing the finger of blame at the United States. Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani said “US action” contributed to the attack. [includes rush transcript]

via Six Senior Iranian Revolutionary Guard Commanders Killed in Suicide Bombing, Iran Blames US and Pakistan

US Launches Military Strike in Somalia Against al Qaeda Target

By LUIS MARTINEZ, KIRIT RADIA, DANA HUGHES, and JASON RYAN
ABC News
Sept. 14, 2009

A U.S. commando attack in Somalia has killed an al Qaeda operative who is on the FBI’s list of most wanted terrorists, sources tell ABC News.

The dead terrorist, Saleh Ali Nabhan, is believed to have taken part in the 1998 attacks on U.S. embassies in Kenya and Tanzania. He is also believed to have orchestrated the 2002 bombing of a resort hotel in Mombasa, Kenya, and a failed missile attack on an Israeli airliner leaving Mombasa airport.

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via u.s. commandos kill qaeda terrorist in somalia – ABC News

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Ted Kennedy Dies of Brain Cancer at Age 77

Rest in Peace, Senator.  Sympathies and condolences to his family and friends. ~DS

ABC News
Aug. 26, 2009

‘Liberal Lion’ of the Senate Led Storied Political Family After Deaths of President John F. Kennedy, Sen. Robert F. Kennedy

Sen. Ted Kennedy died shortly before midnight Tuesday at his home in Hyannis Port, Mass., at age 77.

The man known as the “liberal lion of the Senate” had fought a more than year-long battle with brain cancer, and according to his son had lived longer with the disease than his doctors expected him to.

“We’ve lost the irreplaceable center of our family and joyous light in our lives, but the inspiration of his faith, optimism, and perseverance will live on in our hearts forever,” the Kennedy family said in a statement. “He loved this country and devoted his life to serving it.”

via Ted Kennedy Dies of Brain Cancer at Age 77 – ABC News

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Breaking News: Ted Kennedy Dead At 77, 8-26-09

cmdrgmh
August 25, 2009

It is with a heavy heart to report that Senator Ted Kennedy The Lion Of The US Senate, has died of Brain Cancer at age 77.

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Bob Dylan Arrested for Walking

James Joyner
http://www.outsidethebeltway.com
Sunday, August 16, 2009

Bob Dylan was on the pavement, thinking about the government. And they arrested him.

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Alex Knapp is less than pleased:

That’s just utterly disgusting to me. A 68 year old man out for a walk shouldn’t have to offer his ID to the police. Was he committing a crime? No. Was he suspected of committing a crime? No. Were there any indications that a crime was going to be committed? No. He was just “suspiciously” enjoying public rights-of-way.

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via Bob Dylan Arrested for Walking

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Uighur Protest In Guantánamo: Photos by Andy Worthington + Bob Dylan: Subterranean Homesick Blues

Good Shepherd Sunday + Bob Dylan: Gotta Serve Somebody

South Ossetian village shelled

RussiaToday
August 03, 2009

The South Ossetian Ministry of Defense says the village of Otrev, near the South Ossetian capital Tskhinval, was shelled on Monday evening.

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South Ossetian village shelled in another Georgian violation

S. Ossetia under fire from Georgian territory

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RussiaToday
July 30, 2009

The South Ossetian capital Tskhinvali has come under fire. Two shells were reportedly fired from around five kilometers away near the Georgian town of Nikozi during the night.

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