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49 Headless Bodies Found on Highway in Mexico

Sun, 13 May 2012 18:00:00 EST

Mexican druglords left 49 headless bodies on a highway in Mexico over the weekend. The highway is very close to the U.S. border. The battle between drug cartels in Mexico has included many decapitated bodies. Take a look:

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Tornado Damages 890 Homes in Japan, Kills Teenager

Mon, 7 May 2012 19:44:00 EST

A tornado hit the city of Tsukuba, just north of Tokyo, yesterday. Power lines were torn down, cars were tossed in the air and roofs were torn from buildings. A teenage boy was killed. Dozens of people were injured. Wikipedia's listing says this was Japan's worst tornado since 2006. 890 homes were damaged by the twister. A report here says Japan averages 20.5 tornadoes and 4.5 waterspouts per year. The tornado was captured on video. Take a look:

A BBC video shows some of the aftermath of the powerful tornado.

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Huge New Statue of Kim Jong II Installed in Pyongyang

Thu, 3 May 2012 11:00:00 EST

A huge new statue of Kim Jong II was unveiled last month in the North Korean capital Pyongyang. The statue stands next to a statue of Kim Jong's late father, Kim Il Sung. The enormous statue was installed not long after a failed rocket launch. Take a look:

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Pakistan Destroys Bin Laden's Former Compound

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 13:00:00 EST

Pakistan has demolished Bin Laden's former compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan. Osama bin Laden was killed in a raid on the compound by U.S. Navy Seal Team Six in May, 2011. Pakistan used heavy machinery to wipe out the building. Take a look:

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Kim Jong II Statue Unveiled in Pyongyang

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 21:00:00 EST

A statue of late North Korean leader Kim Jong Il was unveiled today in Pyongyang. Kim Jong II would have been 70 this week. The statue shows Kimg Jong II riding a horse. Everyone was applauding. Take a look:

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Sat, 14 Jan 2012 15:00:00 EST

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Kim Jong Un Drives Tank in Short North Korea Propaganda Film

Sun, 8 Jan 2012 14:23:00 EST

North Korea's new young leader Kim Jong Un can be seen driving a tank and directing the military in a new propaganda film released on state television. The audio and video is of surprisingly poor quality. Kim Jong Un also uses a computer at the airport. Take a look:

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At Least 40 Dead in Syria Suicide Bombings

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 14:00:00 EST

Twin suicide bombings in Damascus in Syria killed at least 40 people on Friday. The blasts are the latest turmoil in Syria, which appears to be headed for civil war. The car bombs hit Syria's military intelligence agency. Take a look:

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Plane Gets Stuck on Ferris Wheel in Australia

Sat, 1 Oct 2011 14:00:00 EST

A light plane crashed into a ferris wheel at a festival in eastern Australia. The plane become stuck in the ferris wheel. Two kids were stuck on the ride for hours. Two adults in the plane were also stuck on the ferris wheel until they kid be rescued. Fortunately, no one was hurt. The pilot says he didn't see the ferris wheel. A police officer said the event was "extremely out of the ordinary." Take a look:

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Nairobi Pipeline Explodes, Killing at Least 75

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:00:00 EST

A gas pipeline exploded in Kenya's capital of Nairobi. The BBC reports that at least 75 people were killed in the blast. The blast may have been sparked when a man tossed a cigarette butt into a sewer. The Nairobi-Mombasa pipeline had been leaking fuel and people were gathered around it trying to collect some of the leaking fuel before the explosion occurred. Take a look:

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Man Shoots Six People at Nevada IHOP, Including Two National Guard Members

Tue, 6 Sep 2011 15:00:00 EST

A man shot six people at an IHOP restaurant in Nevada. Three people were killed including uniformed National Guard members. After shooting the people at the IHOP the man then shot himself and died. Take a look:

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FEMA: Hurricane Irene Power Outages Peaked at Over 6 Million

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:00:00 EST

FEMA Director Craig Fugate said earlier today that over 5 million are still without power after Hurricane Irene. At one point there were over 6 million people without power from the monster hurricane. It will take a week or two for some people to get power back. Take a look:

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Arson Attack in Monterrey, Mexico Casino Kills at Least 53

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:00:00 EST

An attack on a casino in Monterrey, Mexico has killed at least 53 people. The Wall Street Journal reports that armed gunman burst into the casino, sprayed it with gasoline and started a fire in the casino's bingo section. Mexican officials are calling the arson attack an "act of terror." Take a look:

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90% of Homes on Acklins Island in Bahamas Destroyed by Hurricane Irene

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:00:00 EST

The Telegraph reports that Hurricane Irene destroyed 90% of the homes on the remote Acklins Island. It also destroyed homes on other small islands in the Bahamas. There are more reports of the damage in an article from The Nassau Gaurdian. Irene is headed for the U.S. East Coast next. This video shows winds from Irene in Bahamas capital of Nassau, which escaped without major damage from Irene. Take a look:

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New Jersey Issues State of Emergency

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:00:00 EST

New Jersey has issued a state of emergency ahead of Hurricane Irene. My Fox NY reports that New Jersey Governor Chris Christie issued the emergency declaration this morning.

Christie is also urging people to evacuate the shore, where coastal flooding is highly likely. The evacuations are mandatory, but could be upgraded. Christie says, "I am urging people to leave (the shore) by tomorrow (Friday), especially the barrier islands. The local shelters will be open soon. I will not order evacuations unless they are absolutely necessary. We are not overreacting. Do not attempt to ride this out if you're asked to evacuate."

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Nuclear Power Station in Virginia Loses Emergency Diesel Generators But Shuts Down Safely

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:15:00 EST

Dominion Virginia Power reports that the North Anna Power Station, a nuclear power station in Mineral, Va., closed down following the 5.8-magnitude earthquake centered in central Virginia. The company says tje reactors have been shut down safely and no major damage has been reported.

The power company also says the station declared an Alert, the next to the lowest of the four emergency classifications of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

The company has two reactors, both of which have been shut down. Dominion Virginia Power says the emergency diesel generators started as off-site power from the electric grid were lost. It also said in a statement that "no release of radioactive material has occurred beyond those minor releases associated with normal station operations."

The company says its other Virginia nuclear power station, Surry Power Station in southeast Virginia, continues to operate safely. The earthquake was also felt at the Surry station, but not as strongly as in Mineral.

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Belgium's Pukkelpop Festival Destroyed by Storms

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 02:40:00 EST

Belgium's Pukkelpop Festival has been destroyed by violent storms that brought strong winds, heavy rain and large hail. Tents were damaged and a stage collapsed at the festival killing five people and injuring dozens more. The BBC reports that there were 60,000 people at the festival. Take a look:

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Shark Kills British Honeymooner in Seychelles

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 19:00:00 EST

A man was killed by a large shark while he was on his honeymoon in the Seychelles. The shark is believed to be a rogue shark. Discovery reports that a boat nearby rescued the man but he had lost too much blood to survive the shark attack. The shark bit off part of the man's leg and tore of his arm.

The Telegraph reports that the tourist, Ian Redmond, was snorkeling just 30 feet from the beach when the shark attacked. The article also says officials from Seychelles are being accused of putting profits first as another person was killed recently by a shark in the Seychelles. A French diver was killed by a shark in the Seychelles while deep-sea diving earlier this month. It is possible the same shark killed both tourists.

Shark experts are being brought in to try and catch the shark. Take a look:

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5 People Die When Stage Collapses at Indiana State Fair

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 14:00:00 EST

5 people are killed and more than 40 people are injured following the collapse of a stage at the Indiana State Fair. The stage collapsed when strong winds arrived ahead of a thunderstorm. People were waiting for Sugarland to come out and perform.

The Indy Star reports that Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels is blaming the wind gusts. However, people are also criticizing the stage construction.

Here is a video of the stage collapsing. Take a look:

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25 U.S. Special Forces Killed in Afghanistan

Sat, 6 Aug 2011 14:00:00 EST

CNN reports that twenty-five U.S. special forces have been killed in Afghanistan. The special forces include 22 Navy Seals and 3 other special forces. A total of 31 troops were killed. The troops were on their way to rescue another group of U.S. troops that had been pinned down for enemy fire. The early premise is that the helicopter was brought down by enemy fire. Take a look:

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80+ Protesters Killed in Hama by Syrian Tanks

Mon, 1 Aug 2011 15:44:00 EST

Unrest in Syria has been escalating. Syrian tanks shelled protesters in the city of Hama and killed at least 80 protesters. The government says the people were killed were working for militia groups. However, most of the bodies recovered were unarmed. The BBC reports that at least 130 people have been killed in Syria since Sunday. US and Europe are pushing for strong condemnation of the violence by the UN. Take a look:

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Sun, 10 Jul 2011 18:00:00 EST

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Tornadoes Strike Springfield, Massachusetts

Wed, 1 Jun 2011 14:00:00 EST

CNN reports that at least two tornadoes have struck Springfield, Massachusetts. The state only averages 3 tornadoes a year according to this chart. The Massachusetts governor says there are many injuries and extensive damage. He also said, "It's been particularly devastating in downtown Springfield."

A Twitter user posted this image of a strong looking tornado. There are also some photographs of damage here and here. There is a photo gallery here. You can find local coverage at Masslive.com, WWLP and CBS 3 Springfield.

Here is a video of one of the tornadoes. Take a look:

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Powerful Tornado Hits Joplin, Missouri. At Least 25 Dead

Mon, 23 May 2011 14:00:00 EST

A powerful tornado hit Joplin, Missouri on Sunday. The tornado demolished homes, damaged fire stations, commercial buildings and schools, destroyed a Home Depot and Wal-mart and stripped bark from trees. A large hospital in Joplin took a direct hit and suffered extensive damage. Here is a video that shows some of the damage to the exterior of the hospital.

It is after dark now in Joplin. This CNN video of aerial footage shows fires burning in Joplin. Take a look:

The Weather Channel's Mike Bettes was the first to report on the scene. the Weather Channel says the tornado is estimated to have been at least a mile wide. The Weather Channel has photographs of the damage here. The News-Leader also has a photo gallery here.

The full extent of the damage will become more clear tomorrow. Reports indicate that at least 25 people were killed by the tornado. Local coverage of the devastating tornado can be found at joplinglobe.com, news-leader.com, KOAM and Fox 14.

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New Videos of Osama bin Laden Released

Sat, 7 May 2011 15:00:00 EST

U.S. special forces obtained video tapes and computer data in the raid in Pakistan where Osama bin Laden was killed. Some footage of video tapes found in the compound (without audio removed) have been released. CNN's Reza Sayah says some in Pakistan don't think that is Osama bin Laden in the clip that shows him watching himself on television.

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U.S. Says Osama Bin Laden Unarmed When Killed

Wed, 4 May 2011 21:00:00 EST

The U.S. says Osama Bin Laden was unarmed when he was killed by U.S. troops in his secret compound inside Pakistan. The U.S. also says a woman killed in the raid was not being used as a human shield by the terrorist. Take a look:

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Video: Waterspout Near Honolulu Airport

Tue, 3 May 2011 11:00:00 EST

Several large waterspouts were spotted Monday spinning near the Honolulu Airport in Hawaii. The waterspouts remained offshore and caused no damage. However, the storm that spawned the waterspout did create some flooding problems. MSNBC has a photograph here that shows two waterspouts next to each other. Take a look:

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Aerial Footage Shows Tuscaloosa Devastation

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:00:00 EST

Aerial footage of the Tuscaloosa tornado damage shows absolute devastation. You can see a storm chaser video of the monster tornado here. The April 28 tornadoes have killed at least 330 people. It is the worst tornado disaster since the Great Depression. Take a look:

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Previously Unseen Footage of Japan Tsunami Released

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:00:00 EST

The Japanese Coast Guard has released new footage of the March 11 tsunami which was triggered by a massive 9.0-magnitude earthquae. The collection of three separate videos shows tsunami waters engulfing Sendai, Kamaishi and Kesennuma. The Sendai airport footage shows planes and cars being swept away by the tsunami. Homes are seen being swept out to sea in the video of the destruction of Kesennuma, a fishing village. Take a look:

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Sabotuers Bomb Egyptian Pipeline Supplying Israel With Gas

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 18:00:00 EST

A gas pipeline in Egypt that supplies Israel with gas was blown up by saboteurs. Part of the same pipeline was hit in February. Take a look:

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Tornado That Damaged St. Louis' Lambert Airport Was EF3

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 11:00:00 EST

The National Weather Service says the tornado that damaged Lambert Airport in St. Louis, Mo. was at least an EF3. This means winds in the 136 to 165 mph range. The tornado lifted the roof off of a concourse at the airport and shattered class in the airport's main terminal. The airport is closed until at least Sunday.

Here is the short EF3 report from the NWS.

...INITIAL DAMAGE SURVEY INDICATES AT LEAST EF3 DAMAGE IN NORTH ST LOUIS COUNTY...

A NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DAMAGE SURVEY TEAM HAS FOUND AT LEAST EF3 DAMAGE IN THE BRIDGETON AREA IN NORTH ST LOUIS COUNTY.

EF3 DAMAGE INDICATES WINDS OF OVER 135 MPH.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS JUST ONE REPORT FROM ONE OF THE 4 TEAMS THAT ARE SURVEYING THE DAMAGE...SO THIS RATING MAY CHANGE.

The tornado also flattened homes in a neighborhood near the airport in Bridgeton, Mo. Take a look:

Local St. Louis stations KPLR, KSDK and KMOV have ongoing reports on the tornado.

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Dozens of People Killed in Syria Protests

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 15:00:00 EST

Mass protests are underway in Syria as protesters demand an end to autocratic rule in the country. The government is fighting back against protesters. Al Aribya reports that eighty protesters have been killed in clashes with police. ITN says over 200 people have died since the Syria unrest began in March. Take a looK:

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Naked Man Shoots SWAT Robot

Thu, 7 Apr 2011 16:00:00 EST

A robot entered a the home of a naked man in Brevard County, Florida. The $65,000 robot entered the man's home and was barked at by the dog. The robot than searched for the man and opened the man's bedroom door. The naked man tried to break the robot and then started shooting at it. The robot is now in for repairs. The man reportedly surrendered to authorities after getting dressed. Take a look:

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Three More Bodies Found in Long Island

Tue, 5 Apr 2011 15:00:00 EST

Three more bodies have been discovered on a remote beach in Long Island, New York. The new remains bring the total number of bodies found to eight. Four of the murdered women have been found to have been escorts on Craigslist. It appears clear that there is a serial killer involved. Take a look:

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Video: Tsunami Carries Cars, Trucks, Boats in Northeast Japan

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 14:00:00 EST

This terrifying video shows cars, trucks, boats, and buildings on fire being pushed by the tsunami in Japan. MSNBC has a report here that says the tsunami generated by the extremely powerful 8.9 magnitude earthquake swept away homes, cars and farms along Japan's northeast coast. Take a look:

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Goats Shut Down California Freeway

Sat, 5 Mar 2011 08:00:00 EST

California freeway near Sacramento was shut down after a herd of goats tried to cross it. Police say the herd of 200 goats escaped from a nearby farm. Although the headline is funny it was not a funny incident as there were car accidents and many goats were killed. Take a look:

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6.3 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Christchurch, New Zealand

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 15:00:00 EST

A 6.3 magnitude earthquake has devastated parts of Christchurch, New Zealand. BBC News reports that the death toll from the quake has risen to 75. Fox News reports that there are still many people missing. Take a look:

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Unrest in Libya Spreads to Tripoli

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 08:00:00 EST

Demonstrations and unrest in Libya have spread to the capital city of Tripoli. Rioting citizens have been burning police stations and taken over buildings. There are many reports of casualties and wounded from the Libyan government firing on citizens. News from the country is sketchy because foreign journalists are not allowed. Take a look:

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Gas Pipeline in Egypt Supplying Fuel to Jordan and Israel Explodes

Sat, 5 Feb 2011 08:00:00 EST

A gas pipeline in Egypt that supplies fuel to Jordan and Israel exploded on Saturday. Egyptian state television called the explosion a terrorist attack. Take a look:

(via BreakingNews.com)

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Toxic Sludge Reaches Danube River

Thu, 7 Oct 2010 15:00:00 EST

MSNBC.com reports that the toxic red sludge that burst out of a metals plant reservoir has reached the Danube river. The sludge killed at least four people when it poured into several small towns. The sludge is the waste product from making aluminum. The Danube is the second longest river in Europe. The only bright news is that the pH value of the sludge has been decreasing on its way toward the river as it mixes with fresh water.

Here is an earlier report on the toxic sludge in Hungary. One rescue worker says his friend's leg started burning from the caustic sludge. Take a look:

The BBC has some toxic sludge photos here.

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Heavy Surf Hits Bermuda 24 Hours Before Igor's Arrival

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 23:00:00 EST

Hurricane Igor is a very large hurricane so its winds extend out for a long distance, as you can see in the image above from the National Hurricane Center. Hurricane Igor is already impacting Bermuda despite being 24 hours away from landfall. Heavy surf is impacting the island's south shore. The hurricane is expected to pass near or over Bermuda on Sunday. Take a look:

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NTSB Investigates San Bruno Gas Line Explosion

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:00:00 EST

The NTSB has sent an eight-member team to San Bruno, California to determine why a gas line ruptured and ignited into a giant fireball that killed at least four people and destroyed over fifty homes. You can see some still photographs of the massive destruction caused by the gas pipe explosion here, here, here and here.

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Suicide Bomber Kills 60 in Iraq

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 13:00:00 EST

The violence will not let up in Iraq. A suicide bomber blew himself up near an Iraqi military headquarters in Baghdad. Hundreds of recruits were standing in a line. At least 60 people were killed and 125 wounded. Take a look:

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Faisal Shahzad Video Revealed

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:00:00 EST

The Al-Arabiya TV station revealed a video of the failed Times Square car bomb suspect. The video was apparently along the Afghan border. Faisal Shahzad says his attack (which failed) was going to be a 'revenge attack' against the U.S. Take a look:

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Gunmen Attempted to Storm Iraq's Central Bank

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 15:00:00 EST

Armed gunmen tried to rob Iraq's central bank today. The gunmen battled security forces for hours Sunday. The attack on the back coincided with bombs that ripped through a nearby area and killed at least 24 people according to the L.A. Times. Take a look:

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Raw Video: Gulf Oil Spill Seen Underwater

Wed, 12 May 2010 18:00:00 EST

BP released this video that shows oil spewing out from its damaged oil well at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico. An animation here helps explain how the Deepwater Horizon oil rig disaster happened. An estimated 200,000 gallons is pouring out of the damaged well each day. BP tried to plug the leak with a massive containment box but it failed. BP is considering plugging one of the leaks with tires and golf balls. Stephen Colbert has poked fun at the attempts to plug the leak. He says the perfect solution would be to use ultraconcentrated packing peanuts delivered by a monkey submarine.

Here is the video showing oil spewing out of the damaged well. Take a look:

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Coast Guard Burns Oil in the Gulf of Mexico

Sat, 8 May 2010 14:00:00 EST

The Coast Guard is attempting to burn off some of huge amount of oil that has spilled into the Gulf of Mexico from the BP oil leak. This video shows raw footage of one of the controlled burns of oil slicks. Take a look:

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Oil Rig Exploded in Gulf of Mexico. Eleven Missing

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 18:00:00 EST

Eleven workers remain missing after the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded and sank in the Gulf of Mexico. Workers were attempting to cap a new oil well for BP in the Gulf of Mexico. Take a look:

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New Jersey Homes Underwater After Flood

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:00:00 EST

The AP reports that hundreds of homes are still underwater in northern New Jersey days after a storm moved through. There are also thousands of home without electricity. Many residents are staying in shelters waiting for electricity to return and/or floowaters to submerge. Take a look:

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New York City Police Department Releases Aerial 9/11 Photos

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:00:00 EST

The New York City police department released these previously unseen aerial photographs of the attack on the World Trade center on September 11th, 2001. The photographs were taken by police officers.

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Amateur Video of House Collapsing in Haiti Quake

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 15:00:00 EST

Amateur video of a house collapsing in Haiti from the powerful earthquake. You can tell by the violent shaking that this was a very powerful earthquake.

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Port-au-Prince Before and After Satellite Images

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 11:00:00 EST

Here is a video showing of Port-au-Prince before and after the devastating earthquake. Take a look:

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Most Influential Web Events of the Decade

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 14:00:00 EST

CNN's Errol Barnett looks at the most influential web events of the past decade. The Webby Awards determined these most important moments. Social networks, Twitter, the iPhone and the 2008 presidential campaign are some of the moments. Take a look:

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Newsweek: The Decade in 7 Minutes

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:00:00 EST

Newsweek says this is everything you need to know about the first 10 years of the new century in 7 minutes. They did capture lots of important events. Take a look:

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Twin Bombings in Baghdad Kill Over 130 People

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:00:00 EST

Violence has diminished in Iraq but deadly bombings in the country continue. Twin car bombs in Baghad near the Green Zone have caused over 130 casualties and over 500 injuries. It was the deadliest bombing in Iraq in two years. The previous most deadly attack was in August, 2007 when more than 500 people killed in attacks on villages near Sinjar. The BBC has a list of the deadliest attacks here in a news story.

President Obama said in a statement, "These bombings serve no purpose other than the murder of innocent men, women and children, and they only reveal the hateful and destructive agenda of those who would deny the Iraqi people the future that they deserve."

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Police Helicopter Shot Down by Drug Traffickers in Rio

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 21:00:00 EST

A police helicopter was shot down over northern Rio de Janeiro today by drug traffickers. Two police officers were killed. Police were intervening in a battle between two drug gangs. Buses were also set on fire as you can see here. Just two weeks Rio was picked as the host city for the 2016 Olympic games.

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FBI Releases American Samoa Tsunami Footage

Fri, 9 Oct 2009 18:00:00 EST

The FBI has released this dramatic footage that shows the tsunami striking the FBI office in Pago Pago in American Samoa on September 29th. The water quickly entered the parking lot and started lifting and moving cars and trucks. Take a look:

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Footage of Damage From Samoa Tsunami

Sun, 4 Oct 2009 18:00:00 EST

The Associated Press rode in on a helicopter with FEMA as they toured damage from the tsunami which killed at least 176 people in Samoa, American Samoa and Tonga. Thousands were left homeless by the tsunami. The Christian Science Monitor reports that 135 people were killed.

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Tsunami Hits American Samoa

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:00:00 EST

Dozens are dead after a tsunami struck the harbor of American Samoa. The tsunami followed a powerful 8.0 earthquake between Samoa and American Samoa. You can see footage of the tsunami here. The AP says some people say the earthquake lasted about three minutes. The Guardian reports that early damage reports indicate an entire village was wiped out by the tsunami.

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Ted Kennedy Dies at Age 77

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:00:00 EST

Senator Ted Kennedy has died at age 77. He was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor in May, 2008. Kennedy was known as the liberal lion of the Senate. Kennedy's biggest issue was health care reform and he was unable to live long enough to see this dream realized. Ted Kennedy was the brother of slain President John F. Kennedy and New York Sen. Robert Kennedy.

Obits: New York Times, Washington Post, Boston.com, CNN

Here's a look at Kennedy's life in photos.

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Walter Cronkite Moonwalk Broadcast

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 21:00:00 EST

Here is footage of legendary CBS anchor Walter Cronkite's coverage of the moonwalk over 40 years ago. Walter Cronkite died on July 17, 2009. NASA also released newly restored video of the July 20, 1969, live television broadcast of the Apollo 11 moonwalk.

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