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Two Americans Honored For Catching Terrorist Suspect

Associated Press — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 18:06:51 +0000

Germany's government presented the nation's highest civilian award Monday to two Americans who helped apprehend an Islamic extremist after he attacked a U.S. Air Force bus last year and killed two airmen.

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US Intelligence Officials on Alert After Terror Plot Uncovered [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:30:33 +0000

After the death of Osama bin Laden earlier this year, the man who took his place as al Qaeda’s chief, Ayman al-Zawahiri, vowed to avenge bin Laden’s death with an attack on the US.

Now, intelligence officials believe at least three people entered the country in August with the intent of launching a vehicle-borne attack against Washington, DC or New York around the time of the anniversary of 9/11.

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What Do Americans Think About Sacrificing Rights to Fight Terrorism After 9/11?

Jade Walker — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 16:48:56 +0000

The terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001 left an indelible mark on Americans. But even as the first responders climbed through the rubble in New York, Washington, DC and Pennsylvania, the country embarked on a “War on Terror.” With that war came years of conflict in Afghanistan and Iraq, indefinite detention of terror suspects without charges or trial, enhanced interrogation techniques, extraordinary rendition and the passage of the USA Patriot Act.

Ten years later, Americans are still wondering if it was wise to sacrifice some privacy and freedoms in order to fight terrorism.

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Al Qaeda Losing Power, US Counterterrorism Chief Says

Jade Walker — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 17:00:20 +0000

The White House has found the right formula to fight al Qaeda, Homeland Security and counterterrorism advisor John Brennan said.

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Suicide Bomber Kills Dozens at Baghdad Mosque [VIDEO]

Jade Walker — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 19:00:50 +0000

A suicide bomber dressed as an injured beggar attacked one of the largest Sunni mosques in Baghdad on Sunday, claiming the lives of at least 24 people. A member of Parliament was among the dead.

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Car Bomber Kills at Least 18 at United Nations Compound in Nigeria [VIDEO]

Jade Walker — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 16:13:32 +0000

A brazen attack on the United Nations’ offices in the Nigerian capital of Abuja claimed the lives of at least 18 people on Friday.

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2 Arrested in Plot to Attack Seattle Military Center

Stephanie Berning — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 15:34:30 +0000

Two men were arrested late Wednesday after federal officials said they planned to attack a military processing center in Seattle using grenades and firearms.

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