The BP oil spill is officially the biggest such disaster in the history of the Gulf of Mexico. The leak that began on April 20th has now dumped more oil than a spill that occurred in Gulf waters off the Mexico coast back in 1979. The BP spill has brought new misery to beaches on the U.S. Gulf coast, thanks to high winds from Hurricane Alex that pushed oily water ashore. Source Link
Suspects charged in connection with a Russian spy ring operating in the United States will be staying behind bars for now. Ten persons have been arrested for their part in what prosecutors call a long-term, deep-cover operation to steal U.S. government secrets. An 11th suspect who was arrested on the island of Cyprus disappeared after posting bail that was set by a local judge. Source Link
The National Basketball Association is holding its collective breath as the game’s biggest star ponders his playing options for next season. All-Star LeBron James is the prize pick in this year’s class of free agents. James is expected to meet with a handful of teams, including overtures from New York, Chicago and Los Angeles before deciding whether to make a move or stay with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Source Link
Suspects charged in connection with a Russian spy ring operating in the United States will be staying behind bars for now. Ten persons have been arrested for their part in what prosecutors call a long-term, deep-cover operation to steal U.S. government secrets. An 11th suspect who was arrested on the island of Cyprus disappeared after posting bail that was set by a local judge. Source Link
The National Basketball Association is holding its collective breath as the game’s biggest star ponders his playing options for next season. All-Star LeBron James is the prize pick in this year’s class of free agents. James is expected to meet with a handful of teams, including overtures from New York, Chicago and Los Angeles before deciding whether to make a move or stay with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Source Link
