The defense chiefs of the United States and South Korea signed a strategic guideline on how their combined defense mechanism will operate after the planned transfer of wartime operational control. (Oct. 31)
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NYC honors bike path terror victims
New York is honoring those who died in the truck attack on a lower Manhattan bicycle path that killed two Americans, a Belgian and five Argentine tourists last year. (Oct. 31)
Heavy concern: when preschoolers gain weight too fast, their lifelong risk of obesity surges
New research adds urgency to the drive to prevent obesity in young children. Parents are crucial, experts say, but need help.
Doctor: Remaining synagogue victims doing well
Three of the victims of last week’s Pittsburgh synagogue massacre remain hospitalized. A doctor says the two congregants and one police officer are improving, but that it will be a long process. (Oct. 31)
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New York prepares for the annual NYC marathon
New York prepares for the annual NYC marathon
Boy who caught disease from mouse droppings dies 9 months after diagnosis
The 9-year-old from Bloomfield, New Mexico, was diagnosed with hantavirus in February but had a brain hemorrhage last week from the virus’ effects.
Boston celebrates Red Sox with victory parade
Sports fans grown accustomed to the success of their beloved teams lined the streets in the hundreds of thousands to salute the Boston Red Sox on their fourth championship in the last 15 years. (Oct. 31)
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Pittsburgh synagogue to host services for mourning congregations as FBI continues investigating
Beth Shalom, which can seat more than 1,000 people, will have weekend services for members of the three congregations in the Tree of Life building.
Severe flooding causes Italy bridge collapse
Heavy rains in Italy caused the flooding of the Piave River and the collapse of a bridge in Treviso Province north of Venice on Wednesday. (Oct. 31)
College student detained for wearing real ammunition with costume
A University of Central Florida student was detained for wearing real ammunition as part of his Halloween costume. Veuer’s Justin Kircher has the story.