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West Virginia After Byrd’s Death
Some wonder if West Virginia’s politics may shift with the death of Senator Robert C. Byrd.
Police Investigate Death of Mexican Man Resisting Deportation
The Mexican government and a human rights group condemned the death, which comes after Mexico has condemned Arizona’s tough new immigration enforcement law.
Nigeria: Jonathan Faces Fresh Challenges
The announcement of the death of Nigeria’s President, Umaru Yar’Adua, should not have come as a surprise. His poor health has been a major feature of his short-lived presidency.
Nigeria: Yar’Adua to be Buried Today
BARELY three hours after the news of the death of Nigeria’s President Umaru Yar’Adua filtered into the air, Acting President Goodluck Joanthan this morning, precisely 12:30 am condoled with the first lady, Hijiya Turai Yar’Adua and family of the late president.
Virginia Lacrosse Player Admitted to Violent Encounter, Affidavit Says
The Virginia men’s lacrosse player charged with murder in the death of a women’s lacrosse player told police officers that he shook her, according to an affidavit.
Nigeria: Jos Crisis – Jonthan Sacks National Security Adviser
THE Jos crisis which led to the death of about 400 people on Sunday, has led to the sacking of the National Security Adviser, Sarki Mukhtar, by the Acting President, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan.
National Briefing | Southwest: Texas: Judge Assails Death Penalty
A judge in Harris County, which sends more inmates to death row than any other in the nation, has declared the death penalty unconstitutional.
Jury Reaches Guilty Verdict in Murder of Abortion Doctor
It took jurors 37 minutes on Friday to convict Scott Roeder, an abortion opponent, of first-degree murder in the death of George R.
Decision Looms on Advancing Health Care Bill
The Democrats’ use of a procedural maneuver to pass the bill with a simple majority could carry numerous political risks.