Pakistani Taliban Behind Times Sq. Plot, Holder Says

By JOSEPH BERGER, New York Times
Sun, 05/09/2010 - 7:45am

The accusation by U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder should increase pressure on the Pakistan military to attack the Taliban in the lawless region of North Waziristan.

Sections: news u.s. world

Topics: car bomb car bomb times square new york new york city nyc car bomb pakistan pakistani taliban taliban terrorism

Germany: Chancellor Merkel on visit to Afghanistan
Germany says its leader is in Afghanistan to on a surprise visit to the nation's troops serving with NATO's force in a war against Taliban insurgents. More
Feds in NYC: Hackers Stole $45M in ATM Card Breach
A gang of cyber-criminals stole $45 million in a matter of hours by hacking their way into a database of prepaid debit cards and then draining cash machines around the globe, federal prosecutors said Thursday. More
Widow of bombing suspect hires criminal lawyer
The widow of dead Boston Marathon bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev has hired a criminal lawyer with experience defending terrorism cases as she continues to face questions from federal authorities. More
Most Visited Cities In The World 2012
In the MasterCard Global Destination Cities Index, London leads the world as both the most popular destination city for overseas travelers, and in the average amount each visitor spends. Whether drawn by business or as tourists, London's visitors from New York are the ones that travel the furthest and spend the most. More
Russia had elder Boston suspect under surveillance
Russian agents placed the elder Boston bombing suspect under surveillance during a six-month visit to southern Russia last year, then scrambled to find him when he suddenly disappeared after police killed a Canadian jihadist, a security official told The Associated Press.... More

Comment On This Story

More Movie News

More News

Hurricanes land Big 10 defensive back Charles Brantley
South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Saturday - 12/21/2024 - 05:07 PM
The Hurricanes stayed hot on the transfer recruiting trail Saturday, securing a commitment from Michigan State defensive back Charles Brantley. Brantley was the fourth player to commit to UM on Saturday, joining defensive lineman David Blay, kicker Carter Davis and long snapper Adam Booker. Brantley announced his commitment on social media. Brantley is listed as the No.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share
Dolphins pass on activating Chubb, but Goode ready; Texans player who injured DuBose fined
South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Saturday - 12/21/2024 - 04:50 PM
The Miami Dolphins will go a third consecutive Sunday without activating Pro Bowl edge rusher Bradley Chubb since his return to practice after a year-long rehab from a significant knee injury. While the Dolphins did not bring Chubb back from the physically-unable-to-perform list Saturday, they did activate fellow outside linebacker Cameron Goode, who is set to make his season debut Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers after also making a lengthy rehab, tearing the patellar tendon in a knee Jan.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share
Mount St. Mary’s comes from 10 down in second half, upsets Miami 78-74 in OT
South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Saturday - 12/21/2024 - 04:48 PM
CORAL GABLES — Javon Ervin hit three of four from the line in the final minute of overtime and Carmelo Pacheco added two more with five seconds left as Mount St. Mary’s came from 10 points down to start the second half to upset Miami 78-74 on Saturday. The victory was just the second all-time over a team from the Atlantic Coast Conference and the Mountaineers’ first win over Miami, which has now lost eight of its last nine games. Mount St.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share
Richard scores career-high 26 to boost No. 7 Florida to 12-0
South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Saturday - 12/21/2024 - 03:59 PM
By MARK LONG Associated Press GAINESVILLE — Will Richard scored a career-high 26 points, three teammates notched double-doubles and No. 7 Florida remained undefeated with a 99-45 victory over North Florida on Saturday. Richard made 9 of 12 shots from the floor, including 6 of 8 shots from 3-point range, and finished with five rebounds, two steals and two assists. Sam Alexis chipped in 14 points and 12 rebounds.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share
Hurricanes add three transfers to bolster their defensive line, special teams
South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Saturday - 12/21/2024 - 02:58 PM
The Miami Hurricanes are losing at least six defensive linemen this offseason, but they took a step toward rebuilding that unit Saturday afternoon. Louisiana Tech defensive tackle David Blay committed to Miami, sharing the news on his social media page. Additionally, the Hurricanes landed FAU kicker Carter Davis and Charlotte long snapper Adam Booker. Miami has added five transfers, with Saturday’s trio joining wide receiver C.
More | Talk | Read It Later | Share

Pakistani Taliban Behind Times Sq. Plot, Holder Says

Comment On This Story

Welcome to Wopular

MoviesWithButter : Our Sister Site

More News