Magma building up in Philippines’ Mayon volcano
Fewer earthquakes have been recorded in the Philippines’ lava-spilling Mayon volcano, but magma continues to build up inside …
Archive for December 26th, 2009
Official: U.S. Knew Suspect Could Have Terror Ties
A male passenger reportedly linked to terrorist organization Al Qaeda ignited a powdery substance prior to landing on a Delta Airlines flight to Detroit Friday. The suspect is believed to be Nigerian, Fox News reported
Passengers Took Plane’s Survival Into Own Hands
Despite extensive spending since 2001 on intelligence and counterterrorism programs, airport scanners and watch lists, it was something simpler that averted disaster on a Christmas Day flight.
Restrictions Rise After Terrorism Attempt
Authorities imposed tighter airport security and ordered new in-flight restrictions as investigators tried to learn more about the Nigerian student accused of igniting an incendiary device aboard a jet as it landed in Detroit.
Pope in good shape two days after Xmas scare
Pope Benedict XVI appeared in good shape on Saturday as he addressed the faithful two days after a woman knocked him down at …
6 Palestinians Killed In Israeli Raids Year After War Ends
Palestinian officials say Israeli troops have killed three activists of the Fatah movement of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.
Focus on Sex Offender in Maryland Girl’s Death
Sheriff Mike Lewis enlisted the help of everyone from hunters to homeowners along Maryland’s Eastern shore to find a missing 11-year-old girl, and thousands searched on Christmas Day with the hope she was alive.
Health Bill to Shape 2010
Looking to gain an edge heading into the 2010 elections, both parties will battle to shape views of health legislation• GOP Will Fight Health Care | FULL COVERAGE• Dems Question GOP Changing Tune on Health Care• YOU DECIDE: What Has Congress Been Ignoring?
Authorities Hunt for Clues Behind Foiled Terror Attack
A male passenger reportedly linked to terrorist organization Al Qaeda ignited a powdery substance prior to landing on a Delta Airlines flight to Detroit Friday. The suspect is believed to be Nigerian, Fox News reported
Israel kills three in West Bank raids
Israeli soldiers stormed homes in the West Bank on Saturday, killing three Palestinians suspected in the fatal shooting of an …
Deciding Terror Trial’s Venue Is a Complex Case
Some lawyers believe a judge might consent to move the trial of Khalid Shaikh Mohammed from Manhattan, but such an outcome is not guaranteed.
At Tiny Rates, Saving Money Costs Investors
Extremely low interest rates on savings accounts have been hard on the elderly and others on fixed incomes.
Huge Storm Hobbles Middle of Nation
Snow and freezing rain spread across the northern plains, as a stubborn days-long storm wrapped the upper Midwest in a dangerous wintry mix on Christmas Day.
