Fort Hood shooter acted alone, officials say
WASHINGTON — The Army psychiatrist accused of the Fort Hood massacre is believed to have acted alone despite repeated communications — monitored by authorities — with a radical imam overseas, U.S. officials said Monday. The FBI... [More]
By Devlin Barrett
Associated Press | November 10
Obama weighing Afghanistan troop surge in early 2010
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is nearing a decision to add tens of thousands more forces to Afghanistan, though likely not quite the 40,000 sought by his top general there, as Pentagon planners work to ready bases and provide equipment... [More]
By Anne Gearan and Steven R. Hurst
Associated Press | November 10
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Less powerful Tropical Storm Ida still a threat
PENSACOLA, Fla. — Some Gulf Coast residents hunkered down at home and in shelters Monday while others ventured outside to watch the approach of a rare late-season tropical storm that brought the potential for high winds, flooding and up to 8... [More]
By Melissa Nelson
Associated Press | November 10
American Medical Association says it backs reform
HOUSTON — The American Medical Association on Monday rebuffed dissident members and voted to stick with support for ongoing health reform efforts, while reiterating wariness over proposals that threaten doctors' pocketbooks and... [More]
Associated Press | November 10
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Recession puts a dent in the burglary business
CHICAGO — Ever since he was laid off in March, Frank Beil has been on the lookout. [More]
By Don Babwin
Associated Press | November 10
Iran may try 3 American hikers
TEHRAN, Iran — Iran accused three detained Americans of spying Monday, signaling Tehran intends to put them on trial. It drew a sharp U.S. response that the charges are baseless because the hikers strayed across the border from Iraq. [More]
Associated Press | November 10
Man doesn’t regret shooting abortion provider
WICHITA, Kan. — Defiant and unapologetic, a man accused of shooting a Kansas abortion provider confessed to the slaying Monday, telling The Associated Press that he killed the doctor to protect unborn children. [More]
Associated Press | November 10
Same-sex marriage urged for New York
ALBANY, N.Y. — Gov. David Paterson on Monday urged lawmakers to legalize same-sex marriage in New York, calling it “an issue that touches on the very core of our citizenship.” [More]
Associated Press | November 10
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