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Rahami charged over NY and NJ bombings
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NY/NJ bombing suspect Ahmad Rahami in custody, was shot and taken to hospital: NBC
During a shootout, two officers were injured, and NY/NJ bombing suspect Rahami was shot, NBC News reported.
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New York bombing motivation 'unknown'
A bomb attack in New York City was a terrorist act, officials say, but no links have been found to global groups and the motivation remains unclear.
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New York explosion: Governor says blast was ‘act of terrorism’
A 911 caller warned of further explosions after the dumpster blast that hit New York, wounding 29 people, as the governor declared the attack an act of terrorism.
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Mysterious blog claims New York bombing was for gay rights
POLICE are “vetting” a Tumblr account that surfaced early Sunday taking credit for the bombing that rocked New York — and threatening further action
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New York bomb was 'act of terrorism', says Governor Cuomo
A bomb that exploded in New York City was an act of terrorism, Governor Andrew Cuomo says, but no link to international groups has been found.
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Edward Snowden makes 'moral' case for presidential pardon
Exclusive: Whistleblower says citizens have benefited from his disclosure in 2013 of US and UK government surveillance
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British Airways flight 274 from Las Vegas to Heathrow declares medical emergency - reports
British Airways flight BA 274 from Las Vegas to London Heathrow has declared an emergency over Scotland.
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World Trade Center mall offers chance to reflect on 9/11 – with retail therapy
On the 15th anniversary of the terror attacks, the new Westfield and neighboring Fulton Center provide the most American of experiences
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‘Their memories stay alive:’ Ceremony honors victims of 9/11 terrorist attacks
Presidential hopefuls Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump were in the crowd
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Congress passes Saudi 9/11 lawsuits bill
US Congress has unanimously passed a bill allowing 9/11 victims' families to sue the Saudi government, on the eve of the attacks' 15th anniversary.
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Oil! Massive shale discovery in Texas
An overlooked corner of West Texas is believed to contain billions of barrels of newly-discovered shale oil.
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Hispanic growth rate in U.S. lowest on record
Pew conducted its review using data from the U.S. Census Bureau. The bureau began counting Hispanics in 1970.
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US made entire $1.7 bn payment to Iran in foreign cash – Treasury
Not only the $400 million debt, but also the $1.3 billion interest on it was paid by the US to Iran in foreign currency and in cash this year, the US Treasury acknowledged.
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Millions in storm's path
y dawn Friday, the tropical storm was 20 miles west of Valdosta, Georgia, and moving north at 14 mph, according to the hurricane center.
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Melania Trump sues Daily Mail and US blogger for $150m over sex worker claims
Melania Trump is suing a British newspaper and a US blogger for $150m (£114m) over allegations she was a sex worker in the 1990s, her lawyer says.
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Dallas chief who oversaw response to sniper attack to retire
Brown's six years as police chief were tumultuous at times as he clashed with police union leaders and others.
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Tropical Storm Hermine Strengthens, Threatens Florida as Hurricane
The National Hurricane Center is expecting winds of 74 mph or greater when the storm makes landfall on Thursday night.
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Trump in Mexico: Illegal immigration harms 'both countries,' no talk of who pays for 'the wall'
Trump opened his remarks, calling the meeting “a great, great honor.”
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Donald Trump doctor admits writing health note in five minutes
Donald Trump's doctor has said he spent just five minutes on a letter endorsing the Republican candidate's health, while Mr Trump's car waited outside.
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