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The ‘magic bullet’ theory and a coup d’état in America Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:09AMWhether you know it or not, the “magic bullet” theory is the critical keystone of the US government’s claim that a “lone gunman,” Lee Harvey Oswald, assassinated President John F. Kennedy.
Charlotte Philby returns to Moscow in search of her grandfather Kim Philby Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 7:52PMThe shiny black 4x4 rumbles slowly through the graveyard. Heavy blankets of snow have settled across the plains of Moscow, and either side of our track, the ground is a brilliant white. The two men in...
The spy who loved me: Charlotte Philby returns to Moscow in search of her grandfather Kim Philby Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:05PMThe shiny black 4x4 rumbles slowly through the graveyard. Heavy blankets of snow have settled across the plains of Moscow, and either side of our track, the ground is a brilliant white. The two men in the front seat – my guards of honour – peer out in silence, squinting their eyes against the sunlight as it pours in through the canopy of trees above.
Sorry, Rove, Bush Did Lie About Iraq Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:38PMGeorge W. Bush’s political adviser Karl Rove claims “one of the biggest mistakes” of that presidency was not aggressively challenging critics who charged that Bush “lied” to the American people about the reasons for the Iraq War, an accusation that Rove insists was false and unfair.
Two sides of the same FOIN Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:24AMThe Pakistan Army will have to work with political parties for a long-term solution to the security problems in the tribal belt. - File photo Never mind the thousands of civilians dead, displaced, and dispossessed by militancy and its backlash.
Exclusive: Into the Greengrass Zone Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:55AMComingSoon.net has an insightful chat with director Paul Greengrass ( United 93 , The Bourne Ultimatum ) about his new movie Green Zone , starring Matt Damon as a soldier sent to look for WMDs during the early days of the Iraq War.
Michael Pento: Is the Dollar Really Safer Than the Euro? Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:42AMThe European currency has depreciated dramatically against the US dollar in the past few months, falling from over $1.50 on December 1st to $1.35...
Flexible Afghanistan War Objectives Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:04AMThe war in Afghanistan has turned into find-an-objective-as-you-go military march to nowhere.
Mossad: Might or myth? Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 12:42AMThe assassination of Mahmoud Mabhouh, a Hamas commander, in Dubai is a watershed moment in the long history of the Mossad. Israeli officials who ordered the assassination did something that Zionists have always done - underestimate their Arab opponents.
Roswell students out to save the world Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 12:22AMMarch 03, 2010 br>ROSWELL – So you want to understand world politics and you are only 13 years old, where do you go? Eighteen students at Holcomb Bridge Middle School chose the chance of a lifetime and will participate in Model UN as ambassadors of UN member states.
Flexible Afghanistan war objectives: And the agony grinds on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:54PMWashington and its willing mouthpieces in the media have for years been trying to sell us the preposterous war in Afghanistan .
Apocalypse tomorrow? Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:54PMThe advent of Chile’s shattering earthquake, magnitude 8.8, 3 a.m. Saturday, is the worst in 50 years and comes only seven weeks after the 7.0 earthquake in Haiti.
Transcript: Jonathan Hafetz on GITMO lawyers Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:24AMDiscussing the military and civilian lawyers smeared by Liz Cheney and Bill Kristol
Shaker Aamer: Guantanamo's last British detainee Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 6:17PMThose who were there compare it to a scene from The Shawshank Redemption or Cool Hand Luke, the moment when the hero-prisoner finally emerges squinting from the darkness of solitary confinement. In those classic movies, prisoners bang their cell doors in admiration; even the guards acknowledge respect. It's the triumph of the human spirit over a brutal system, the transient moment power is ...
U.S. 23 Traffic Stops End With Six Drug Arrests; Four from Cabell County Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 8:43AMThe flow of illegal drugs down U.S. 23 into the Huntington area took another hit the past few days.
Funding Israeli Militarism, Belligerence and Occupation Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 7:56AMFrom birth, Israel was a regional menace until America became its benefactor in the late 1960s. Now it's a global one, powerful with a large standing army and the latest weapons and technology, nuclear armed and ready to use them.
The Agony of ‘Flexible’ Afghan War Grinds On Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 3:07AMWashington and its willing mouthpieces in the media have for years been trying to sell us the preposterous war in Afghanistan.
Boil Water Advisory on for Parts of Dunbar Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 11:13PMSome West Virginia American Water customers in Dunbar will need to boil their water for at least one minute before using.
Violence Up Among Homeless Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 10:28PMIn the last four months, there has been a significant increase in violence among the homeless -- and the cold weather may be to blame. One man has died from the violence.
Family Pushing for Tougher School Bus Safety Laws Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 10:07PMThe family of 6-year-old Haven McCarthy is fighting for tougher penalties for drivers who don't stop for a school buses' flashing lights.
Higher Education Might Not See Budget Cuts Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:53PMStumbo says House leaders now are hoping to restore money for higher education in both years.
Verizon Waives Long-Distance Calling Fees to Chile Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:52PMAs fear and concern grow for loved ones in the country of Chile, Verizon is making it easier for loved ones to keep in touch.
Folks in Ohio Butting Out Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:08PMState health officials say complaints filed against businesses for violating Ohio's smoking ban are dropping, a sign that more bars and restaurants are following the law.
Climate Monitoring Station in Talks Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:08PMA proposed weather and climate monitoring station for northeastern Kentucky is still under consideration despite local officials declining to pay for a security fence around it.
Stockpile Center to Clean Up Mess Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:07PMThe Defense National Stockpile Center has reached an agreement with the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection to clean up a building on its former location in Point Pleasant.
Coonskin Park Access Plan Has Neighbors Talking Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 7:52PMPetition started to keep the West Virginia National Guard from relocating the entrance to Coonskin Park.
City Services Offered on Huntington Website Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 4:07PMResources for people who live and work in the city of Huntington are now just a click away.
World's Best Water Put to the Test Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:53PMWater from around the world was put to the test this Weekend in West Virginia.
Creating a Healthy "New You" Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:53PMCamp "New You" is a program that's designed to teach children and their families how to live healthy and get active.
Ebenezer Medical Outreach Reopens Huntington's Kitchen Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 6:07PMGetting back to basics and learning to cook from scratch -- Huntington's Kitchen offers a healthier alternative to fast food with little time or cost.
Putting a New Face on Public Housing Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 5:52PMThe Charleston-Kanawha Housing Authority is making improvements to offer residents modern amenities and help change the perception of public housing.
Bedstand Batch: What We're Reading Now Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 4:42PMThe Suspicions of Mr. Whicher; Lenin, Stalin and Hitler; The Accountant's Story.
Huntington Drivers Could See More Green Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 3:52PMHuntington officials hope a new traffic system will put more "go" into your stop-and-go commute.
The Great Outdoors: Cleaning Rod and Reels Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 3:08PMThe Great Outdoors shows you how to get your fishing pole ready for the season.
Olive Hill Residents Arrested on Drug Charges Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 3:08PMEarly Monday morning, Kentucky State Police arrested Billy Tackett, 56 and Lauretta Barker, 51, at a home on Square Lick Road in Olive Hill.
New MU Alumni Center to Open February 27 Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 2:52PMThe grand opening will include a dedication ceremony featuring several speakers, followed by an open house.
Mingo Murder Suspect Asks Judge to Set Bond Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 2:37PMA man from Mingo County accused of killing his estranged wife and then stuffing her into a refrigerator and dumping it over the hill appeared in court Monday.
Minor Fire Reported on Cabell School Bus Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 2:22PMNo children were on the bus.
UPDATE: I-79 in Elkview Re-Opens After Multiple Vehicle Accident Monday, February 22, 2010 @ 2:07PMA traffic mess along Interstate 79 near Elkview Monday afternoon after several different cars crashed all within a matter of minutes.
Three People Shot Inside Huntington Bar Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 3:37AMHuntington police say three people have been taken to the hospital after being shot inside a Huntington bar early Saturday morning.
Cabell County Murder Case Delayed by Technicality Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 10:07PMA technicality continues to hold up a case involving a woman charged in the murder of her daughter's boyfriend.
More Tips Mean More Meth Busts Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 9:37PMAfter what seemed like a lull in meth lab busts, they're now back with a vengeance. The Kanawha County Sheriff's Department says the public is to thank.
Spring Testing Delay Possible in Kentucky Schools Due to Snow Days Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 9:23PMKentucky Education Commissioner Terry Holliday says he'll seek a federal waiver that would allow the state to delay spring testing a few weeks.
Traffic Delays Likely During U.S. 35 Repair Project in Jackson County, Ohio Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 10:07PMOhio Department of Transportation officials have announced that construction is scheduled to begin Wednesday morning on a repair project along U.S. 35 in Jackson County.
Shot Fired in Tense Situation, No One Hurt Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 9:52PMA tense situation Tuesday evening in Lawrence County ended with a shot fired but no one hurt along Ohio 93, police say.
St. Albans City Council Fills Vacancy Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 8:08PMA vacancy on the St. Albans City Council has been filled.
City of Charleston Receives Funds to Buy More Road Salt Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 7:52PMThe city of Charleston's street department will get more money to buy salt to keep the roads cleared as this endless winter continues.
Social Security To Speed Up Benefits for Thousands with Disabilities Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 5:37PMPatients with early onset Alzheimer's disease are now on a fast track for Social Security disability benefits. The Social Security Administration plans to add early Alzheimer's to a growing list of disabilities and diseases, which qualifies for its Compassionate Allowances Program.
Winter Road Warning Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 4:07PMSalt truck drivers around the region are out on the roads looking out for you. Now, they are asking you to look out for them.
Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Ban Smoking at State Capitol Monday, February 15, 2010 @ 10:07PMSmoking is banned in most places in Kanawha County but not at the state Capitol building in Charleston. Now some lawmakers want to keep people from lighting up while inside.