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Oldest Senator Dies, Storm Chasers Killed
Monday, June 3, 2013
National: Democratic Sen. Frank Lautenberg, 89, of New Jersey died last night of viral pneumonia. He was the oldest senator and its last WWII veteran. Republican Gov. Chris Christie must appoint a replacement until a special election. Lautenberg’s death leaves …
China Cyber Sleuthing, Who’s Dr. Who?
Sunday, June 2, 2013
National: The US and China have agreed to hold regular talks about cyber security. American officials in recent months have accused Chinese hackers of breaking into industrial and defense computers and stealing enormous amounts of valuable information. The Chinese deny …
Cyber Talks, Earth, Wind and Fire
Sunday, June 2, 2013
National: The US and China have agreed to hold regular talks about cyber security. American officials in recent months have accused Chinese hackers of breaking into industrial and defense computers and stealing enormous amounts of valuable information. The Chinese deny …
Tornadoes in Oklahoma, Ricin Investigation
Saturday, June 1, 2013
National: Tornadoes ripped through Oklahoma again yesterday leaving five people dead, including a mother and her baby who were sucked out of their car. Vehicles were tossed off the highway and tractor-trailers overturned. A storm-chasing photo van was smashed. Storms …
GMO Wheat, Syrian Battle, Ricin Message
Friday, May 31, 2013
Monsanto World: Japan and South Korea suspended imports of some American wheat after the discovery in an Oregon field of a genetically engineered strain that was never approved for sale. The wheat is a variety designed to be resistant to …
Drone Strike, Say Oui, Spell Check
Thursday, May 30, 2013
World: Pakistani authorities and militants say a suspected drone strike took out the number two man in the Taliban leadership. The US has made no claim abut the attack. The first gay couple to marry in France has said “oui”. …
Stocks, Pork Sale, Bachman Bails
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Money, Money: Stock prices jumped Tuesday on news that home prices rose 10.9% in the last 12 months. Rising prices indicate that Americans are buying homes and will likely spend more on furniture and household goods. The Consumer Confidence Index …
Arms for Rebels, Chile Volcano, Bike City
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
World: The European Union voted to lift its arms embargo to Syrian rebels, although there is no immediate move to actually ship weapons. Individual governments will have to decide what they do. Meanwhile, US Sen. John McCain, who has been …
Spring Snow, Rebel Arms, NY Rolls
Monday, May 27, 2013
Global Warming: Whiteface Mountain ski area in New York’s Adirondack Mountains reported 34 inches of snow over the Memorial Day weekend. Snow also fell in parts of Vermont and New Hampshire on a chilly holiday weekend. Arms for Rebels: At …
Maoist Massacre, Hacking Plot, Preserved Apple
Sunday, May 26, 2013
Attack on Democracy: Maoist rebels in India attacked a convoy carrying members of the ruling Congress party, killing 24 and wounding at least 37 others. Indian press reports say the rebels blocked the road with downed trees then set off …
