SC employer of 4 killed in NC fireworks explosion previously fined for 2001 explosionCOLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina company that employed four workers who died following an explosion as they unloaded fireworks in North Carolina was fined after a previous accident. Oil plunges below $64 as weak economic data sparks concern about recoveryOil prices plunged nearly $3 to below $64 a barrel Monday as dismal unemployment figures from the U.S. and Europe last week sparked investor doubts about any nascent economic recovery. Oil plunges below $65 in Asia as weak economic data sparks concern about recoverySINGAPORE — Oil prices plunged below $65 a barrel Monday in Asia as dismal unemployment figures from the U.S. and Europe last week sparked investor concern about a nascent economic recovery. Oil plunges to near $65 in Asia as weak economic data sparks concern about recoverySINGAPORE — Oil prices plunged to near $65 a barrel Monday in Asia as dismal unemployment figures from the U.S. and Europe last week sparked investor concern about a nascent economic recovery. 3 dead from NC fireworks explosion, 1 in Pa. blast; 25 hurt in Ind. pedestrian bridge collapseOCRACOKE, N.C. — A third worker who had been preparing for an Independence Day celebration died from injuries suffered when a truckload of fireworks exploded on a dock at a remote North Carolina island, authorities said. 3rd person dies from injuries suffered when truckload of fireworks blew up on remote NC islandOCRACOKE, N.C. — A third worker who had been preparing for an Independence Day celebration died from injuries suffered when a truckload of fireworks exploded on a dock at a remote North Carolina island, authorities said. Palin hints at political future in Web posts, threatens legal action against bloggers, mediaJUNEAU, Alaska — Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin didn’t wait long to give some hint of what her political life might look like after she leaves office at the end of the month. Biggest fireworks show in US lights up NYC sky as July Fourth is celebrated around the countryNEW YORK — Fireworks lit the night sky above New York with a kaleidoscope of colors shooting 1,000 feet into the air on an Independence Day that began with the Statue of Liberty’s crown opening to the public for the first time since Sept. 11, 2001. Former president George W. Bush thanks troops amid thunderous Okla. applause in July 4 speechWOODWARD, Okla. — Former President George W. Bush was greeted by thunderous applause on the Fourth of July as he told thousands of spectators in a rural Oklahoma rodeo arena that the U.S. was “the greatest nation on the face of the earth.” ‘Biggest and best’ fireworks show promised in NYC as Independence Day celebrated around USNEW YORK — Fireworks lit the night sky above New York with a kaleidoscope of colors shooting 1,000 feet into the air on an Independence Day that began with the Statue of Liberty’s crown opening to the public for the first time since Sept. 11, 2001. Palin links resignation to ‘higher calling,’ need to unite nation along conservative linesJUNEAU, Alaska — Outgoing Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin on Saturday laid the groundwork to take on a larger, national role after leaving state government, citing a “higher calling” with the aim of uniting the country along conservative lines. Fireworks explosion on remote NC island kills 2, hurts 3; witness says blast heard across townOCRACOKE, N.C. — A truckload of fireworks exploded Saturday morning on a dock at a remote North Carolina island, killing two workers and critically injuring three others preparing for an Independence Day celebration, authorities said. Sarah Palin keeps low-profile after surprise announcement she is stepping down as Alaskas govJUNEAU, Alaska — Where is Sarah Palin? A day after surprising even her closest friends by announcing she would step down as Alaska governor more than a year before her term was up, the controversial hockey mom was keeping a low profile. Her spokesman, David Murrow, said Palin told him she was flying to Juneau, the state capital, for the Fourth of July weekend, but he wasn’t sure what activities she planned to attend. Biden spends July 4 with son, other troops in Iraq but gets cold shoulder from Iraqi spokesmanBAGHDAD — Vice President Joe Biden spent the Fourth of July with his son and other American troops in Iraq on Saturday, while the Iraqi government spokesman publicly rejected the American’s offer to help with national reconciliation, saying it’s an internal affair. Palin keeps low-profile after surprise announcement she is stepping down as Alaska’s governorJUNEAU, Alaska — Where is Sarah Palin? Former president George W. Bush to speak at 4th of July celebration in remote Oklahoma townWOODWARD, Okla. — Former President George W. Bush, who has turned up in a handful of out-of-the-way places since leaving office, was set to spend part of Independence Day speaking at a remodeled rodeo arena in rural northwestern Oklahoma. White House celebrating Independence Day with barbecue, fireworks for military familiesWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says Iraq’s independence is an extraordinary accomplishment but that its transition won’t be without problems. Under grueling Afghan sun, US Marines march through July 4 _ dreaming of cool beer and lakesNAWA, Afghanistan — Taliban militants were nowhere in sight as the columns of U.S. Marines walked a third straight day across southern Afghanistan. But the desert heat proved an enemy in its own right, with several troops falling victim Saturday to temperatures topping 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Fireworks explosion on remote NC island kills 1, hurts 4; witness says blast heard across townOCRACOKE, N.C. — A truckload of fireworks exploded Saturday morning on a remote North Carolina island dock, killing one worker and critically injuring four others preparing for an Independence Day celebration, authorities said. Fireworks explode on remote NC island, injuring several; witness says blast heard across townOCRACOKE, N.C. — Authorities say a fireworks explosion on a North Carolina island only reachable by ferry has injured several people. VP Biden celebrates July 4 with US troops in Iraq after delivering warning to Iraqi leadersBAGHDAD — Vice President Joe Biden celebrated the Fourth of July with his son and other American troops in Iraq on Saturday, a day after warning Iraqi leaders that U.S. assistance will be jeopardized if the country reverts to ethnic and sectarian violence. SKorea says North Korea fires 3 missiles off eastern coast; report says short-range launchedSEOUL, South Korea — North Korea fired three missiles off its eastern coast Saturday, South Korea said, in what was likely to be seen as a message of defiance to the United States on its Independence Day holiday. Palin resigns as Alaska governor, leaves future presidential run shrouded in mysteryWASILLA, Alaska — Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin abruptly announced Friday she is resigning from office at the end of the month, a shocking move that rattled the Republican party but left open the possibility she would seek a run for the White House in 2012. Oil hovers above $66 after weak jobs numbers undermine investor confidenceOil prices hovered above $66 a barrel Friday in light holiday trading a day after grim unemployment numbers from the U.S. and Europe sent prices tumbling. Obama begins July 4th celebration at Camp David, then hosts White House barbecueWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is helping the nation celebrate its birthday and his daughter Malia celebrate hers. Oil hovers above $66 in Asia after weak jobs numbers undermine investor confidenceSINGAPORE — Oil prices hovered above $66 a barrel Friday in Asia in light holiday trading a day after grim unemployment numbers from the U.S. and Europe sent crude prices tumbling. Friendly territory: George W. Bush to spend Fourth of July in small Oklahoma townWOODWARD, Okla. — When the middle-of-nowhere town of Woodward invited George W. Bush to its Fourth of July celebration, no one really expected the former president to accept. But he did. Hear ye, hear ye! RI town holds nation’s oldest July 4th celebration with parade, speechesBRISTOL, R.I. — In July 1785, the citizens of this waterfront town assembled to heap praise on their newly minted nation and to thank God for helping them survive a fierce assault by the British during the Revolutionary War. Baker Hughes says number of active oil rigs climbed by 11 to 928HOUSTON — The number of rigs actively exploring for oil and natural gas in the United States rose by 11 this week to 928, the third consecutive week for an uptick after months of declines. Heavy rains snarl traffic, knock out power in parts of Northeast ahead of July 4th weekendPROVIDENCE, R.I. — Torrential rains are soaking New England and causing traffic backups and power failures as the holiday weekend approaches. |
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