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Obama Family Visits Martha's Vineyard For Vacation

News America Now — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 18:41:21 +0000

“The National Hurricane Center on early Sunday lifted a tropical storm warning that had included the small island where the first family plans a weeklong break. The hurricane, moving away from the New England coast offshore and closer to Nova Scotia, forced the president to delay his departure from Andrews Air Force Base by a few hours to mid-afternoon. Still the waves were big on the beaches and lifeguards warned about dangerous rip currents. ” Link

Ritz Carlton, Marriott Hotels Bombed In Jakarta

News America Now — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 06:07:25 +0000

“Early reports said at least 9 people are dead and 50 wounded at two separate explosions at Ritz-Carlton and Marriott hotels, the Indonesian security minister told the Associated Press. The bombings, in which twin bombs detonated at the Ritz-Carlton and Marriott hotels in central Jakarta, are suspected to have been coordinated by Top.” Link

Barges Hit Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel

News America Now — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:27:42 +0000

“Two barges reportedly struck the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel this morning, and officials have closed the southbound lanes while they check for damages. Traffic patters will soon alternate to alleviate backups, officials said. The barges struck the 17.6-mile span of U.S. 13 between the two tunnels.” Link

Costa Rica Is Happiest Nation

News America Now — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 18:08:57 +0000

“In a report released Saturday, the group ranks nations using the ‘Happy Planet Index,’ which seeks countries with the most content people. In addition to happiness, the index by the New Economics Foundation considers the ecological footprint and life expectancy of countries. ‘Costa Ricans report the highest life satisfaction in the world and have the second-highest average life expectancy of the new world (second to Canada),’ the organization said in a statement.” Link

Monorail Trains Crash At Disney World, Kill One Employee

News America Now — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 17:09:37 +0000

Disney Monorail Crash Picture

“Two monorail trains crashed early Sunday morning in the Magic Kingdom section of Walt Disney World, killing one train’s operator, emergency officials said. The monorail operator died at the scene of the crash, which happened around 2 a.m., said Bo Jones, deputy chief for Reedy Creek Fire Department. The other train operator was not injured, but was taken to a hospital because he was emotionally shaken. Five park guests were treated at the scene.” Link

Disney Monorail Crash Video

Keith Anthony Wright: Man Arrested For Disrobing On Cross Country Flight

News America Now — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:32:53 +0000

“Keith Anthony Wright was arrested Tuesday night after US Airways flight 705, bound for Los Angeles, California, from Charlotte, North Carolina, was diverted to Albuquerque, New Mexico, the Albuquerque FBI office said in a statement. Witnesses told authorities that Wright removed all of his clothes. “Wright was allegedly unresponsive when flight attendants requested he put his clothes back on and became combative when flight attendants attempted to cover him with a blanket and fasten his seat belt,” the FBI said.” Link

Continental Airlines Captain Dies Mid-Flight To Newark

News America Now — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:21:43 +0000

“A Continental Airlines flight from Brussels will be making an emergency landing at Newark Liberty International Airport after the plane’s captain died mid-flight Thursday morning, CBS 2 has learned. Federal Aviation Administration officials say Continental Flight 61 will land at Newark at noon. Newark was the flight’s final destination. It left Brussels at 9:45 a.m.” Link

17 Bodies Found In Air France 447 Crash

News America Now — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 05:26:10 +0000

17 Bodies Found In Air France 447 Crash

“The Brazilian navy and air force said they found nine bodies in the Atlantic Ocean, where the Airbus A330-200 went down. The crew of a French vessel taking part in the search has found eight, military officials told reporters Sunday evening.”

Bodies Found From Missing Air France Plane

News America Now — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 17:03:15 +0000

Bodies Found From Missing Air France Plane

Rhode Island Bikini Cruise Plan Goes Bust

News America Now — Wed, 27 May 2009 15:57:21 +0000

Rhode Island Bikini Cruise Plan Goes Bust