CIA thwart plot to use upgraded underwear bomb on U.S.-bound plane
It's not immediately clear what happened to the would-be bomber. The Associated Press has learned the CIA thwarted a plot by al-Qaida's affiliate in Yemen to destroy a U.S.-bound airliner using a bomb...
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Bethlehem man gets up to 20 years for robbing, beating men who were lured to...
Juan Alberto Ramos, 43, got nearly twice the sentence of others involved in the robbery because prosecutors say he lied on the stand and helped his accomplices get off. View full sizeExpress-Times...
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Exxon Mobil surpasses Wal-Mart to top Fortune 500 list
Merck, PPL Corp. and Air Products also made the list. AP File Photo | LM OTEROExxon Mobil beat out Wal-Mart for the top spot on this year's Fortune 500 list.Exxon Mobil has bumped Wal-Mart from first...
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Pennsylvania Keystone Exams changes moving forward
The State Board of Education is scheduled this week to discuss and act on a draft of the revised testing policy that could make way for Gov. Tom Corbett's plan to scale back the end-of-course tests....
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New Jersey strip club reopens, but legal dance not done; Pennsylvania...
Also, a real killing happens where mob thriller was to be filmed today in Philadelphia. View full sizeStar-Ledger Photo | ANDREW MILLSKevin Hickey is owner of the controversial juice go-go bar, Hott...
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Robert E. Lee Danner Sr., owned Trainland U.S.A. in Nazareth for over 30...
In 2003 he moved to Florida where he most recently was employed at the family's favorite vacation spot Walt Disney World's Hollywood Studios. Robert E. Lee Danner Sr.Robert E. Lee Danner Sr., 78,...
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Former Penn State assistant football coach Mike McQueary intends to sue the...
McQueary, who remains on the university payroll, filed a notice of a lawsuit based on whistleblower protections today in Centre County. AP File Photo | BRADLEY C. BOWERMike McQuearyThe Penn State...
View ArticleUpgraded underwear bomb obtained by CIA informant, officials say
The informant was reportedly working for the CIA and Saudi Arabian intelligence when he was given the device, which he turned over to authorities. U.S. and Yemeni officials say the supposed would-be...
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Names of Jerry Sandusky's accusers 'inadvertently' released; Longest-serving...
Also, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie says he must still decide if he'll run for re-election. View full sizeAP PhotoIllinois Sen. Richard Lugar, the Senate's longest-serving Republican, reacts after...
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Penn State football coach Bill O'Brien vows to keep tradition alive in Happy...
The first-year coach spoke to alumni tonight at the Sands Bethlehem Event Center. View full sizeExpress-Times Photo | BILL ADAMSPenn State football coach Bill O'Brien talks with fans tonight during...
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U.S. Labor Department survey shows rising job openings
The report is a sign that hiring, sluggish in recent months, could strengthen in weeks ahead. AP File Photo | DAMIAN DOVARGNESJob candidates fill out forms for employment interviews at a job fair in...
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Ocean City, N.J., votes down BYOB proposal, remains dry
The tourist destination in South Jersey has not allowed alcohol in public since its 1879 founding. View full sizeAP File PhotoOcean City, N.J., voters on Tuesday voted down a proposal that would have...
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Ex-Penn State University assistant Jerry Sandusky wants more time to prepare;...
Also, 'Tanorexic' mom faces a salon ban. AP File Photo,An attorney for former Penn State University assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, pictured, says he needs more time to prepare a...
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Palmer Park Mall and South Mall to add new businesses
Kare Foot Spa joins Palmer Park Mall, while Coffee Beanery will arrive at South Mall. View full sizeExpress-Times File PhotoA spa will be opening soon in Palmer Park Mall.Two local malls owned by...
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Douglas R. Schuette, worked for many years with Garabed Plumbing in...
Doug was a well known Mr. Fix-it and was talented at getting even the oldest machines to run. Douglas R. SchuetteDouglas R. Schuette, 60, of Drums, Pa., passed away Tuesday at home.Doug worked at...
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President Barack Obama shifts position, supports gay marriage
He is the first president to take such a position. Take a NEWS POLL. View full sizeAP File PhotoPresident Barack Obama faced mounting pressure to express support for gay marriage after a setback for...
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New Jersey lawmakers want state police leader to give details on vehicle escorts
John Wisniewski, the chairman of the Assembly's transportation committee, sent a letter Wednesday to State Police Superintendent Col. Rick Fuentes asking him to appear at the hearing scheduled for...
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U.S. Sen. Bob Casey says congressional action is needed to reduce wage gap...
Business groups are concerned the proposed legislation would burden employers with costly litigation. View full sizeAP File PhotoU.S. Sen. Bob Casey wants federal action to be taken to eliminate the...
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Little League umpire in New Jersey punches out coach, police charge
The umpire says he was acting in self defense. View full sizeExpress-Times File PhotoA dispute between a coach and an umpire became violent in New Jersey, police report.Authorities have accused an...
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NJ Transit told to consider picking up riders on streets of New York City
Passengers would be able to avoid the Port Authority terminal. View full sizeAP File PhotoNJ Transit could, eventually, pick up riders on New York City streets.New Jersey Transit bus passengers might...
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