2008年10月22日星期三

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Fort Bragg trial to start in 'fragging' case (AP)

Posted: 22 Oct 2008 02:14 AM CDT

A U.S. soldier of the Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) team walks through munitions at a joint U.S.-Iraqi army base in Sadr City, Baghdad, Iraq, on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008. The munitions were seized by the U.S. army and Iraqi security forces during recent operations in the Shiite enclave of Sadr city. (AP Photo/Khalid Mohammed)AP - The court martial of the first soldier accused of killing a direct superior in Iraq — known as "fragging" during the Vietnam War — opens Wednesday, three years after a suspicious blast tore through the living quarters of two National Guard officers.

'Walter Reed' for combat dogs opens at Texas base (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 11:27 PM CDT

Dog handler James Stegmeyer works with Kamilka at the new Military Working Dog Center at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008. The new $15 million veterinary hospital, complete with operating rooms and intensive care, officially opened Tuesday, offering an advanced facility to treat military dogs that find bombs and aid patrols on the warfront. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)AP - A new $15 million veterinary hospital for four-legged military personnel opened Tuesday at Lackland Air Force Base, offering a long overdue facility that gives advanced medical treatment for combat-wounded dogs.

Feds arrest dozens of Mongols motorcycle gang members (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 11:26 PM CDT

Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca, at podium, speaks during a news conference Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, in Los Angeles. Dozens of burly, tattoo-covered Mongol motorcycle gang members were arrested Tuesday by federal agents in six states, including Washington, on warrants ranging from drug sales to murder after a three-year undercover investigation in which four agents successfully infiltrated the group. (AP Photo/Ric Francis)AP - Dozens of burly, tattoo-covered members of the Mongol motorcycle gang were arrested Tuesday in six states after a three-year investigation in which undercover agents infiltrated the notorious group.

Va. pharmacy follows faith, no birth control sales (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 11:28 PM CDT

Pam Semler, of Fairfax, Va., works the register at DMC Pharmacy in Chantilly, Va. on Monday, Oct. 20, 2008. The pharmacy bills itself as 'pro-life' and carries no contraceptive products. Divine Mercy Care Pharmacy is among at least seven pharmacies across the nation that is refusing as a matter of faith to sell contraceptives of any kind, even if a person has a prescription. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)AP - A new drug store at a Virginia strip mall is putting its faith in an unconventional business plan: No candy. No sodas. And no birth control. Divine Mercy Care Pharmacy is among at least seven pharmacies across the nation that are refusing as a matter of faith to sell contraceptives of any kind, even if a person has a prescription.

Police: TV anchor perhaps victim of random attack (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 08:30 PM CDT

In this photo released by KATV Television Monday, Oct. 20, 2008, news anchor Anne Pressly, 26, is shown in a June 26, 2008, photo in Little Rock, Ark. Pressly, 26, a popular TV anchorwoman remained in critical condition Monday after she was stabbed and beaten in her home, for reasons not yet known. (AP Photo/KATV Television)AP - Police investigating the attack on a popular TV anchorwoman say they've found no evidence to suggest she was targeted because of her high-profile job.

FEMA disputes formaldehyde study of Iowa trailers (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 09:44 PM CDT

Hurricane Katrina survivors carry aid from a distribution point in Mississippi in September 2005. Some four million additional people sought food relief in the aftermath of the storm.(AFP/Getty Images/File/Spencer Platt)AP - The Federal Emergency Management Agency on Tuesday questioned a TV station's findings of high formaldehyde levels in agency-issued trailers and said the lifestyles and habits of the flood victims living in the trailers may be to blame.

Simpson trial witness sues Dr. Phil for defamation (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 09:07 PM CDT

AP - The memorabilia dealer who led O.J. Simpson to a hotel room where an infamous robbery occurred filed a lawsuit Tuesday against the "Dr. Phil" show claiming his remarks in an interview were spliced to change their meaning.

Federal judge in Colo. resigns amid investigation (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 05:34 PM CDT

AP - The federal judge who oversaw the insider trading trial of former Qwest Communications CEO Joe Nacchio is resigning as complaints of judicial misconduct are investigated.

San Francisco weighs decriminalizing prostitution (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 04:48 PM CDT

Prostitute Patricia West, 22, poses for a photograph in front of City Hall in San Francisco, Friday, Oct. 17, 2008. San Francisco would become the first major U.S. city to decriminalize prostitution if voters next month approve Proposition K, which forbids local authorities from investigating, arresting or prosecuting anyone for selling sex. The ballot measure technically would not legalize prostitution since state law still prohibits it, yet Proposition K would eliminate the power of local law enforcement officials to go after prostitutes. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)AP - In this live-and-let-live town, where medical marijuana clubs do business next to grocery stores and an annual fair celebrates sadomasochism, prostitutes could soon walk the streets without fear of arrest.

Texas murderer apologizes, sings before execution (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 07:16 PM CDT

AP - An inmate who murdered a sleeping man during a burglary apologized to his victim's family and sang a hymn before he was executed Tuesday evening.

Ex-Chicago cop charged with lying about torture (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 09:11 PM CDT

Former Chicago Police Department commander Jon Burge walks by reporters outside the Federal Courthouse after he was released from custody Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 21, 2008 in Tampa, Fla. The former high-ranking Chicago police official was arrested Tuesday on charges he lied when he denied that he and detectives under his command tortured murder suspects, federal officials said. (AP Photo/Steve Nesius)AP - A former high-ranking police official was arrested Tuesday on charges that he lied when he denied that he and detectives under his command tortured murder suspects decades ago, allegations that led Chicago to pay former inmates millions and helped spark Illinois' death-penalty moratorium.

NYC term-limits extension set for vote Thursday (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 05:07 PM CDT

This June 26, 2008 file photo shows a man-made waterfall under the Brooklyn Bridge in New York. The 'The New York City Waterfalls' was a windfall. Mayor Michael Bloomberg says the public art work by Olafur Eliasson that put four waterfalls off Manhattan's East Side brought in an estimated $69 million for New York City, exceeding initial expectations of $55 million. The work drew 1.4 million visitors from June 26 to Oct. 13. (AP Photos/Bebeto Matthews, File)AP - Mayor Michael Bloomberg's proposal to extend New York's term-limits law was put on the fast track for a vote Thursday in City Council, even though some members are still undecided about bypassing voters to give themselves and the mayor a chance at third terms.

Indiana governor's race a litmus test for change (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 02:10 PM CDT

In these undated handout photos provided by their respective gubernatorial campaigns, show candidates in the Indiana governor race. They are Republican Gov. Mitch Daniels, left, and Democrat Jill Long Thompson. Daniels, who raised millions more than his opponent and has been airing ads since March, is feeling the effects of the crumbling economy and anti-Republican sentiment that is expected to make this a big year for Democrats, even in traditionally red states like Indiana. (AP Photo/Courtesy of Mitch Daniels campaign and Jill Long Thompson campaign, HO)AP - Harley-riding, business-minded Republican Mitch Daniels roared in as Indiana's governor four years ago and shook up a state averse to change at a dizzying pace.

Paulson predicts success in overcoming crisis (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 06:59 PM CDT

Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson is greeted by traders on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange October 21, 2008. (Brendan McDermid/Reuters)AP - Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson said Tuesday the current financial challenges facing the country will persist for a number of months, but he said the economy will rebound.

Conn. lawmaker quits; paid $100K over abuse claim (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 05:33 PM CDT

AP - A Connecticut legislator who paid $100,000 to a woman who claimed he sexually abused her as a child announced his resignation Tuesday and said he is withdrawing from next month's election.

Blind Ohio marching band to be in 2010 Rose Parade (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 01:12 PM CDT

AP - Students at the Ohio State School for the Blind screamed with joy when they learned their marching band will make history at the 2010 Tournament of Roses Parade.

AP INVESTIGATION: Alaska funded Palin kids' travel (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 06:20 PM CDT

Republican vice presidential candidate Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin waves as she steps on stage to talk before a crowd at a baseball field in Grand Junction, Colo., Monday, Oct. 20, 2008. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)AP - Gov. Sarah Palin charged the state for her children to travel with her, including to events where they were not invited, and later amended expense reports to specify that they were on official business.

Argentina seeks to nationalize private pensions (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 05:16 PM CDT

AP - President Cristina Fernandez proposed a government takeover of nearly US$30 billion in private pension funds on Tuesday, saying retirees must be protected from the global financial crisis.

Police in Mass. city may get Sept. 11 holiday pay (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 05:01 PM CDT

AP - Police in Peabody, Mass., could be getting holiday pay on the anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks in what may be a first-of-its-kind contract provision.

Soldier charged with murder, adultery at Mo. post (AP)

Posted: 21 Oct 2008 04:10 PM CDT

AP - A soldier is accused of killing the wife of another soldier at Fort Leonard Wood in central Missouri.

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