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Italian Cruise Ship Wrecks in Italy
A cruise ship capsizes after becoming too close to shore while holding 4,200 passengers. The ship wrecked into obvious rocks off the island of Giglio when the captain made an unauthorized diversion from the original programmed route. Italian Cruise Ship Wreck Off Italy -
Whitney Houston Dies at 48
On February 11, 2012 singer Whitney Houston was found dead in her hotel.She struggled with addiction for many years.
Whether the death was intentional or accident is unknown.
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Midwest Tornadoes Rip Through Several States
150 tornadoes were reported across several states. The tornados took 39 lives as well as destroying the homes of many. The tornado was ranked an EF4 tornado and had very strong winds. Tornadoes Roar Through South, Midwest -
Secret Service Agents Fired over Misconduct
Secret Service Fired Eleven of Obama's secret service agents were fired after being involved in prostitution. While in Columbia, they were getting ready for Obama's visit. -
Murderer Sonny Neal loose in Whitfield County
Sonny Neal, owner of the tanning salon "Dazzle" on cleveland highway murdered his wife and father-in-law and ran. This caused for a manhunt for Sonny causeing many cars and homes to be searched. The community had a big part in finding Sonny when a local later spotted him in a field. Whitfield County double homicide suspect eludes manhunt -
Wildfires burn
An uncontrolable wildfire spread across Colorado and Utah forcing more than 10,000 people out of their homes. The fires spread fast due to wind, dryness and low humidity. Many people had to be evacuated and the fires took over thousands of acres. Wildfires burn across Colorado, Utah; force more than 10,000 from homes -
London Olympics
The world watched as many great athletes competed in the summer olympics held in London. A popular event was the gymastics and the fierce five girls quickly became a sensation. Other popular events involved swiming. London Olympics -
Rover Lands on Mars
The rover, Curiosity will spend two years examining the land and looking for evidence on Mars that are fit for life. The safe landing was celebrated as well as NASA's achievements. Rover Lands Safely on Mars -
Chicago Teachers go on Strike
Twenty-six thousand public school teachers go on strike in Chicago to protest against proposed changes made by Obama. The strike ends when 800 union delegates vote to suspend the strike and agree on a contract. Both sides get some victories Read more: September 2012 Current Events: U.S. News — Infoplease.com http://www.infoplease.com/news/2012/current-events/us_sept.html#ixzz2HP53LyYS Chicago Teachers Strike -
Hurricane Sandy Hits NY and NJ
Hurricane hits New York and New Jersey, leaving a huge mark. Immense damage and flooding overwhelms the cities as the try to make it out. It was surreal to see a wealthy big city completly destroyed.
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Obama is Re-Elected as President
Obama is re-elected to serve as president for 4 more years. He competed against republican Romney for the win. The race was close and the states seemed to be split. Obama Elected 2012 -
End of the Mayan Calender
The Mayan calenders ending was supose to mean the end of the world according to opinions. This famous day held much antisipation for many. A movie was even made about the end of the world being on this day called 2012. Of course, it didnt happen and now everyone can just live peacefully. Mayan calendar ends; world doesn't
