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PM Visits America's Biggest Fireworks Festival

America's most enthusiastic pyromaniacs recently gathered in Indiana for the Pyrotechnics Guild International convention. We were there to watch the light shows plus learn what makes for truly great fireworks.... Read More

An armed man waves his rifle as buildings and cars are engulfed in flames after being set on fire inside the US consulate compound in Benghazi late on September 11, 2012. An armed mob protesting over a film they said offended Islam, attacked the US consulate in Benghazi and set fire to the building, killing one American, witnesses and officials said.
Who Is Supposed to Protect U.S. Embassies?

In the wake of an attack that killed a U.S. ambassador, many are asking if the consulate in Benghazi, Libya, was sufficiently protected. Here’s a guide to the layers of security around an American embassy or consulate.... Read More

iPhone 5: Everything to Know About Apple’s Launch Day

The newest iPhone will be available Sept. 21, and Apple also updated its iPods and iTunes Store.... Read More

Timeline: Attack on the U.S. Consulate in Libya

Hopes for a more stable Middle East seem to be in flames after attacks on U.S. diplomatic facilities in Benghazi, Libya, that killed U.S. ambassador Christopher Stevens. The attacks show that the formation of new regimes in Egypt and Libya have not spread stability.... Read More

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