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Capt. Frank J. Coulter, submarine commander, dies
Capt. Frank J. Coulter, a retired decorated career naval officer who commanded the submarine USS Skipjack in the Pacific Theater during World War II, died June 21 of respiratory failure at his Severna Park home.
He was 93.
The son of a police officer...Tags: George Washington University, Monterey (Franklin, Pennsylvania), United States Naval Academy, U.S. Navy, Canton (Baltimore, Maryland)
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When a wave of torture and murder staggered a small U.S. ally, truth was a casualty.
Sun Staff(First in a series) TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras - The search for Nelson Mackay Chavarria - family man, government lawyer, possible subversive - began one Sunday in 1982 after he devoured a pancake breakfast and stepped out to buy a newspaper. It ended last...Tags: Murder, U.S. Military, Embezzlement, Diplomacy, Companies and Corporations
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Former envoy to Honduras says he did what he could
Sun StaffJohn D. Negroponte, U.S. ambassador to Honduras during the early 1980s, when the Honduran military kidnapped, tortured and murdered hundreds of people, said this week that he worked diligently behind the scenes to prevent the abuses. "When allegations of...Tags: U.S. Department of State, Philippines, Central Intelligence Agency, Civil Rights, Abusive Behavior
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Unearthed: Fatal Secrets
Sun StaffThe search for Nelson Mackay Chavarria - family man, government lawyer, possible subversive - began one Sunday in 1982 after he devoured a pancake breakfast and stepped out to buy a newspaper. It ended last December when his wife, Amelia, watched as...Tags: Murder, U.S. Military, Embezzlement, Diplomacy, Companies and Corporations
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Philippines' top judge ousted in victory for Aquino
ReutersMANILA (Reuters) - The Philippine Senate voted on Tuesday to remove the country's top judge for failing to disclose his wealth, a landmark victory for President Benigno Aquino as he pushes a campaign to root out endemic corruption in the Southeast Asian...Tags: Philippines, Political Corruption, Prosecution, Trials, Judges
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FACTBOX-Key political risks to watch in the Philippines
ReutersBy Manuel Mogato MANILA, May 29 (Reuters) - The Philippines wants a credit rating upgrade, and in March, it said its 2011 debt-to-GDP ratio fell to its lowest in 13 years, supporting its push for a ratings revision. All the while, President Benigno...Tags: Political Corruption, Central Bank, U.S. Military, Travel Alerts, Judges
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Travel: World news
1. Carnival Corp.is building a $65-million cruise ship center on the Bay of Maimon, Dominican Republic, that's expected to open in 2014. 2. Greece could be an even greater travel bargain if it adopts a new currency. Tour operators hope to renegotiate...Tags: Saudi Arabia, Manufacturing and Engineering, U.S. Department of State, Trips and Vacations, Shipbuilding
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ANALYSIS-China's nine-dashed line in S. China Sea
Reuters* U.S. "Asia pivot' makes Sea a potential flashpoint * China uses records from 1,000 years ago to back claims * China's "Nine-dashed" map claims 90 percent of Sea * But China remains ambiguous about actual islet claims * Law of Sea treaty could play...Tags: Lawyers, WikiLeaks, Judges, Beijing (China), United Nations
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Incredible edibles: Manila Oriental Market
A peek inside some of South Florida's unique food shops. The wow factor: Walking into Manila Oriental Market is a Pavlovian experience. The fragrant kitchen aromas trigger an immediate salivation reflex as you enter the cozy storefront. The grocery...Tags: Philippines, South Florida Fairgrounds, Recipes
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Filipino Christian conservatives denounce Lady Gaga concert
ReutersMANILA, May 19 (Reuters) - Conservative Christian groups in the Philippines on Saturday marched near a shopping mall to demand the cancellation of Lady Gaga's two concerts next week, saying her songs carried "demonic" undertones. The protests in the...Tags: Music, Lady Gaga, Philippines, Concerts, Riots
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Philippines seeks new markets amid sea dispute with China
ReutersMANILA, May 17 (Reuters) - The Philippines needs to develop new overseas markets so that a maritime standoff with China, which has thrown relations into turmoil, does not take a toll on tourism and fruit exports, a senior official said on Thursday. China...Tags: Saudi Arabia, Philippines, Bananas, Exports, China
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Reuters World News Highlights at 1350 GMT, May 11
ReutersMay 11 (Reuters) - TOP STORIES ----------- ATHENS - The leaders of Greece's once-dominant political parties made a last push on Friday to avert a new election, which a poll showed would give victory to a radical leftist and doom an EU bailout. - - - -...Tags: Arab Spring, George Clooney, China, Same-Sex Marriage, Anders Breivik
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