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Americans are to blame for any terrorist attack on U.S. soil because of their support for leaders who are waging war on Islam, a radical Yemeni cleric said.
Flying in two relatives of Nigerian terror suspect Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab helped persuade him to cooperate with U.S. authorities, sources say.
Al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden, in a tape aired on al-Jazeera TV Sunday, claims responsibility for the thwarted Dec. 25 bombing of a Detroit-bound jetliner.
Scanners using terahertz waves would ensure privacy during security screenings but detect explosives or other weapons, engineers in Michigan said.
Muslim leaders condemn Flight 253 attack
A group of Muslims leaders said Friday the terrorist attack on Northwest Flight 253 bound for Detroit portrays their religion in a negative light.
Suspect's links were known during flight
U.S. authorities were aware of an accused terrorist's extremist links while the man was en route to Detroit Christmas Day, law enforcement officials said.
Terror suspect Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab did the United States "a favor," former Sept. 11 Commission Chairman Thomas Kean said Sunday.
The British and U.S. governments plan to fund and train a counter-terrorist police unit in Yemen, the prime minister's office announced Saturday.
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138th Preakness Stakes in Baltimore, Mayland
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Race fans enjoy a shot in the infield during the 138th Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course on May 18, 2013 in Baltimore, Maryland. Kentucky Derby winner Orb is looking for a Triple Crown possibility with a win today at Pimlico. UPI/Kevin Dietsch