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US sees credible 9/11 threat

The New York police will mount a major counterterrorism operation during Friday’s evening rush hour as US officials rush to check credible, but unconfirmed intelligence about a 9/11 anniversary plot, a senior law enforcement official told Reuters.

US intercepts 9/11 threat from Al Qaeda operative

Amid reports that American spy networks have intercepted communications from an Al Qaeda operative in Pakistan indicating plans for a terrorist strike in New York or Washington, the two cities elevate

US launches massive manhunt for three terror suspect

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US intelligence agencies and security forces are currently on a massive manhunt for three men believed to be planning massive terror attacks in America to coincide with the 10th anniversary of the 9/1

Obama orders counterterror boost amid 9/11 threat

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US President Barack Obama on Thursday ordered counterterrorism officials to boost efforts as they probed a terror threat ahead of the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, a White House official said.

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Obama directs officials to redouble efforts amid 9/11 threat

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US President Barack Obama on Friday directed his counter-terrorism officials to redouble their efforts as they investigate a 'specific, credible' terror threat before the 10th anniversary of 9/11 atta

Obama declares 'emergency' in two flooded states

US President Barack Obama on Friday declared an 'emergency' in the states of New York and Pennsylvania after heavy rains flooded much of the US northeast, killing at least five people.

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Obama declares ‘emergency’ in two flooded states

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US President Barack Obama declared an “emergency” in the states of New York and Pennsylvania early on Friday after heavy rains flooded much of the US northeast, killing at least five people.

Doc’s white coat can increase dog’s pulse too

A doctor’s white coat does not only send human pulse rate racing, but it has the same effect on dogs who see their blood pressure rise in response to the stress of a visit to the vet, a new study has

US military raises alert level ahead of 9/11

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The United States raised its alert level at military bases ahead of the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, as a report warned of 'gaps and weaknesses' in the nation's security apparatus.

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Global consolidation effort hinges on G-20 nations:US official

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Ahead of the G-7 summit in France this weekend, a senior US Treasury Official said on Wednesday that the meeting should be viewed as part of global efforts to bolster confidence and economic growth, w

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