ABC News | At least 10 die as Israel halts aid flotilla Los Angeles Times Naval ships come under fire when they move in on vessels carrying humanitarian supplies to the Gaza Strip, Israel's military says. Protest organizers say they were unarmed. Pro-Palestinian activists from Turkey hold a news conference on board the ... Gaza flotilla as it happens Latest Gaza protest developments Protesters march in Istanbul, denounce Israel |
Reuters | Congress advances repeal of 'don't ask, don't tell' USA Today The House of Representatives voted today to repeal the 17-year-old "don't ask, don't tell" policy that permits gays to serve in the military only if they keep their sexual orientation a secret. On a 234-194 vote, the House voted to advance the repeal ... House passes measure that could end 'don't ask, don't tell' Senate panel, House approve 'don't ask, don't tell' compromise plan Repeal of US military gay ban clears Senate panel |
Reuters | BP Used Riskier Method to Seal Oil Well Before Blast New York Times WASHINGTON รข€" Several days before the explosion on the Deepwater Horizon oil rig, BP officials chose, partly for financial reasons, to use a type of casing for the well that the company knew was the riskier of two options, according to a ... Rig mechanic says BP was in a rush despite problems Government Could Reportedly Fine BP $4300 Per Oil Barrel Spilled Into Gulf 'Top Kill' Operation Under Way |
Reuters | U.S. to check BP spill size, heavy oil comes ashore Reuters VENICE, Louisiana (Reuters) - The US government will independently verify how much oil has leaked into the Gulf of Mexico from a ruptured undersea well owned by BP, Interior Secretary Ken Salazar said on Thursday. "We're not depending on what BP is ... Live feed of Gulf oil spill now available online BP says more oil than estimated is gushing into Gulf BP Moves Closer to 'Top Kill' of Leaking Oil Well |
Globe and Mail | Obama assails oil company chiefs for Hill testimony Washington Post Saying "the system failed" in the Gulf Coast, President Obama on Friday assailed oil company executives for their congressional testimony about the Gulf of Mexico oil spill earlier in the week. ... Obama Vows End to 'Cozy' Oversight of Oil Industry BP attempts to draw oil from leak with pipe Gulf oil spill financial damage seen spreading |
