Rescuers search for 20 trapped after chimney collapses at power plant in India; 35 deadNEW DELHI — Hundreds of rescuers searched Thursday for about 20 people believed still trapped under the rubble of a large chimney that collapsed on workers at a power plant in central India, killing at least 35. Rescuers search for 20 trapped after chimney collapses at power plant in India; 26 deadNEW DELHI — Hundreds of rescuers searched Thursday for at least 20 people still trapped under the rubble of a large chimney that collapsed on workers at a power plant in central India, killing at least 26. Rescuers search for 20 trapped after chimney collapses at power plant in India; 25 deadNEW DELHI — Hundreds of rescuers searched Thursday for at least 20 people still trapped under the rubble of a large chimney that collapsed on workers at a power plant in central India, killing at least 25. Rescuers search for 20 trapped after chimney collapses at power plant in India; 22 deadNEW DELHI — Hundreds of rescuers searched frantically Thursday for at least 20 people still trapped under the rubble of a large chimney that collapsed on workers at a power plant in central India, killing at least 22. In LA, land of bursting water pipes, it doesn’t need to rain these days to flood the streetsLOS ANGELES — Not a drop of rain has fallen on Los Angeles in nearly four months, and the main river that runs through the city looks more like a rain-starved trickle these days. Rescuers search for 20 trapped after chimney collapses at power plant in India; 14 deadNEW DELHI — Rescuers used heavy cranes and saws to free more than a dozen people still trapped in the rubble of a large chimney that collapsed at a power plant under construction in central India, killing at least 14 people, police said Thursday. UN strives to offset climate summit’s carbon footprintUNITED NATIONS — Striving to underscore the importance of efforts to reduce global emissions, a team of U.N. officials figured out the amount of carbon dioxide generated by a daylong climate conference — about 450 tons — and purchased offsets to neutralize its carbon footprint. Power company Duke strikes second Chinese deal to develop low-carbon energyCOLUMBUS, Ohio — Power company Duke Energy Corp. said Wednesday that it has struck its second deal in just over a month with a large Chinese power company to develop sources of low-carbon energy. Chimney under construction collapses on workers in power plant cafeteria in India, killing 20NEW DELHI — A large chimney under construction at a power plant in central India collapsed Wednesday, killing at least 20 people and injuring five others, police said. As many as 100 workers were feared trapped under the rubble. Report says chimney collapse at power plant being built in India kills at least 20NEW DELHI — A large chimney being built at a power plant in central India collapsed Wednesday, killing at least 20 people and injuring five others, police said. Dozens of workers were feared trapped under the rubble. Report says chimney collapse at power plant being constructed in India kills at least 12NEW DELHI — A news report says a chimney has caved in at a power plant being constructed in central India, killing at least 12 people and trapping many others. President proposes phasing out billions in subsidies for fuel causing global warmingWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is calling on the world to end massive government subsidies that encourage the use of fossil fuels blamed for global warming. Iranian leader tells AP Obama should see Iran as a potential friend, not a threatNEW YORK — Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad urged President Barack Obama to see Iran as a potential friend instead of a threat ahead of addresses both leaders will give to the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday. AP Interview: Iranian leaders says he will seek leniency for US hikersNEW YORK — Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Tuesday in an Associated Press interview that he will seek leniency for three American hikers who strayed across the Iranian border, and he urged President Barack Obama to see Iran as a potential friend. Obama, China vow action on climate change even as prospects dim for treaty by year’s endUNITED NATIONS — President Barack Obama and Chinese President Hu Jintao each vowed urgent action Tuesday to cool an overheating planet, even as prospects dimmed for a full treaty by the end of the year. Interim Honduran government again extends curfew, after clashing with anti-coup protestersTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — The interim Honduran government has extended a curfew until Wednesday morning after security forces clashed with supporters of the country’s ousted president. Honduran security forces break up pro-Zelaya demonstrations at embassy sheltering himTEGUCIGALPA, Honduras — Baton-wielding soldiers used tear gas and water cannons to chase away thousands who demonstrated outside the Brazilian Embassy on Tuesday, leaving deposed President Manuel Zelaya and 70 friends and relatives trapped inside without water, electricity or phones. UN climate summit of 100 world leaders puts spotlight on China and India
Mitsubishi to build $325 million plant in coastal Ga., hire 500 to make gas turbinesPOOLER, Ga. — After sitting vacant for seven years, a 1,500-acre industrial site near Savannah landed its first manufacturer Monday as Mitsubishi Power Systems announced plans to produce giant steam and gas turbines in coastal Georgia. Not married to the mob, but related to it: Merlino faces tough climb in bid for casino licenseATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Joseph N. Merlino’s construction company has done work at sensitive sites, including two nuclear power plants and a New Jersey State Police building — but so far has been barred from working in the casino industry. Lawsuit claims feds ignored health risks of planned snowmaking at Arizona ski resortFLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — The U.S. Forest Service is being sued in an effort to block expansion of a ski resort on an Arizona mountain that American Indian tribes consider sacred. AP Interview: UN climate chief says China poised to take leadUNITED NATIONS — As the United States lags on climate legislation, China is poised to join the European Union in claiming “front-runner” status among nations battling climate change, the U.N. climate chief said Monday. Medvedev says Israel promises it is not planning Iran strike; confirms Netanyahu visitMOSCOW — Russian President Dmitry Medvedev says Israeli officials have assured him that they are not planning a military strike on Iran. NY nuclear plant’s siren mistakenly blares ‘Emergency!’ during test, rattling residentsNEW CITY, N.Y. — A suburban New York City nuclear power plant’s siren system has mistakenly blared out the warning, “Emergency! Emergency! Emergency!” Clinton says Iran must address concerns on nuclear program or face new penaltiesWASHINGTON — Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said Friday that Iran’s refusal to prove that its nuclear intentions are peaceful has “profound consequences” for world security. Polls: Merkel on track for new center-right coalition in German electionBERLIN — Chancellor Angela Merkel drew encouragement Friday from polls that showed her on track to form a new center-right government after Germany’s national election, and pushed her agenda of tax relief to stimulate growth. US battles for credibility on climate change, Senate action key for influence in CopenhagenWASHINGTON — With Congress moving slowly on a measure to curb industrial greenhouse gas emissions, the United States may find itself with little sway at the coming international conference to construct a new pact aimed at easing global warming. As energy-blessed Emirates races ahead, keeping the lights and A/C on for all proves difficultSHARJAH, United Arab Emirates — In dusty and sweltering Industrial Area 13, just beyond the glow of Dubai’s illuminated skyscrapers, Abdullah Kuttakunnil serves patrons of Kannur Restaurant by candlelight. Report: Israeli defense minister says Mideast not ready for nuclear arms banJERUSALEM — Israel’s defense minister said in remarks published Thursday that the Middle East is too unruly for a region-wide nuclear arms ban, arguing that the Muslim world must first “behave like Western Europe.” Government study: Many urban streams salty enough to hurt aquatic life, road salt blamedMINNEAPOLIS — Many urban streams have become salty enough to harm aquatic life, largely because of salt used for deicing roads in the winter, according to a new government study released Wednesday. |
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