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Friday, May 2 2014 3:48 AM EDT2014-05-02 07:48:44 GMT
First lady Michelle Obama is heading to San Antonio to participate in a growing celebration of the area's high school seniors who are committing themselves to higher education.More >>
First lady Michelle Obama is joining a growing annual celebration of San Antonio high school seniors who are committing themselves to higher education.More >>
Friday, May 2 2014 3:39 AM EDT2014-05-02 07:39:01 GMT
Two Alaska State Troopers were shot and killed during an investigation in a remote village, including at least one who had appeared in a television show about Alaska officers on the job.More >>
Two Alaska State Troopers have been shot and killed during an investigation in a remote village, including at least one who had appeared in a television show about Alaska officers on the job.More >>
Friday, May 2 2014 3:31 AM EDT2014-05-02 07:31:25 GMT
A man charged with killing his ex-wife and seven others in a shooting rampage at a hair salon is expected to appear in a Southern California courtroom to plead guilty.More >>
A man charged with killing his ex-wife and seven others in a shooting rampage at a Southern California hair salon is expected to appear in court to plead guilty on Friday.More >>
Friday, May 2 2014 3:31 AM EDT2014-05-02 07:31:22 GMT
An annual spring party in a Southern California beach town devolved into a riot last month when revelers turned violent, rocking cars, smashing windows and throwing rocks. Dozens were injured and about 50 people...More >>
An annual spring party in a Southern California beach town devolved into a riot last month when revelers turned violent, rocking cars, smashing windows and throwing rocks. Dozens were injured and about 50 people ended up...More >>
Friday, May 2 2014 3:31 AM EDT2014-05-02 07:31:19 GMT
The president of the Los Angeles chapter of the NAACP has resigned following outrage over a decision he later reversed to give Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling an award for promoting civil rights.More >>
The president of the Los Angeles chapter of the NAACP has resigned following outrage over a decision he later reversed to give Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling an award for promoting civil rights.More >>
Friday, May 2 2014 3:30 AM EDT2014-05-02 07:30:33 GMT
Some of the 55 colleges and universities facing federal investigation for their handling of sexual abuse allegations say they're cooperating with the U.S. Education Department, though they're offering scant...More >>
Some of the 55 colleges and universities facing federal investigation for their handling of sexual abuse allegations say they're cooperating with the U.S. Education Department, though few are offering details about...More >>
Friday, May 2 2014 3:29 AM EDT2014-05-02 07:29:48 GMT
Authorities are employing a new crowdsourcing tool to help with a Southern California investigation into an annual party gone awry last month that left dozens of people injured including several police officers.More >>
Authorities are employing a new crowdsourcing tool to help with a Southern California investigation into an annual party gone awry last month that left dozens of people injured including several police officers.More >>
Friday, May 2 2014 3:29 AM EDT2014-05-02 07:29:28 GMT
Someday, it might be possible to take the Pete Seeger Bridge to Pete Seeger Park and listen to Pete Seeger music by the Pete Seeger statue.More >>
Someday, it might be possible to take the Pete Seeger Bridge to Pete Seeger Park and listen to Pete Seeger music by the Pete Seeger statue.More >>
Friday, May 2 2014 3:19 AM EDT2014-05-02 07:19:30 GMT
The U.S. economy is emerging from hibernation after a bleak winter.More >>
Signs that the U.S. economy is emerging from a deep winter freeze have raised hopes that hiring accelerated in April.More >>
Friday, May 2 2014 2:59 AM EDT2014-05-02 06:59:08 GMT
The former top female executive at Anheuser-Busch says a boys' club culture at the brewer deprived her of millions in salary and bonuses despite her role as a key strategist.More >>
From male-only corporate jets to guys' golf outings and hunting trips, Francine Katz says her time in the Anheuser-Busch executive suite was rife with exclusion, intentional slights and outright discrimination. But it...More >>
Storms destroy homes across SoutheastMore >>
Storms destroy homes across Southeast
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Apple versus Samsung case goes to jury for deliberations after lawyers debate Google roleMore >>
Apple versus Samsung case goes to jury for deliberations after lawyers debate Google roleMore >>
Sterling banned for life by the NBA, fined $2.5 million by Commissioner Adam SilverMore >>
Sterling banned for life by the NBA, fined $2.5 million by Commissioner Adam SilverMore >>
Obama heads home after 4-country Asia swing overshadowed by tensions between Russia, UkraineMore >>
Obama heads home after 4-country Asia swing overshadowed by tensions between Russia, UkraineMore >>
E-cigarette users bemoan NYC, Chicago laws taking effect Tuesday that stop vaping in publicMore >>
E-cigarette users bemoan NYC, Chicago laws taking effect Tuesday that stop vaping in publicMore >>
Organizers still need $1 million by Thursday to save Rosie the Riveter's plant from demolitionMore >>
Organizers still need $1 million by Thursday to save Rosie the Riveter's plant from demolitionMore >>
Huge tornado kills 16 in Arkansas on day of violent weather; other twister kills 1 in OklahomaMore >>
Huge tornado kills 16 in Arkansas on day of violent weather; other twister kills 1 in OklahomaMore >>
Many eyes on NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, and how he'll respond to Sterling allegationsMore >>
Many eyes on NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, and how he'll respond to Sterling allegationsMore >>
Almost blind Michigan man 'seeing something new every day' thanks to new retina procedureMore >>
Almost blind Michigan man 'seeing something new every day' thanks to new retina procedureMore >>
Clemency for some federal prisoners: Nonviolent 10-year inmates encouraged to ask for releaseMore >>
Clemency for some federal prisoners: Nonviolent 10-year inmates encouraged to ask for releaseMore >>
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) - Police say the toll has risen to at least 19 killed in a car bomb that exploded on a busy road in Nigeria's capital, just days before the city is to host a major international conference.
The bomb exploded where traffic built up near a checkpoint across the road from a busy bus station where a massive explosion on April 14 killed at least 75 people. That blast was claimed by the Islamic extremist Boko Hararm terrorist network.
Thursday night's bomb comes days before Abuja is to host the World Economic Forum on Africa, with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang as an honored guest.
Police Superintendent Frank Mba said Friday the toll is up to 19 dead with as many wounded being treated in the hospitals. Six cars were burned up.
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