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Americans targeted in India siege Teams of gunmen stormed luxury hotels, a restaurant, hospitals and a train station in coordinated attacks across Mumbai, India, Wednesday night, killing at least 78 and taking Westerners hostage, police said. A group of suspected Muslim militants claimed responsibility.

Encap Deal May Be Near ; Bankruptcy Settlement Could Restart Cleanup

A settlement in the EnCap bankruptcy case seems likely by the end of the calendar year, three sources familiar with the saga said Wednesday. An EnCap attorney informed U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Novalyn Winfield on Tuesday that a key Dec. 9 hearing in the case could be postponed for three weeks. It appears that months of mediation with another judge -- and especially a series of meetings involving all parties during the past week -- are bearing fruit.

Praying for a Financial Miracle ; Economic Woes Test Faith of North Jerseyans

"Dear Lord," the parishioner began, "help us make all the right calls, talk to all the right people and network like crazy." That unusual prayer kicked off a recent meeting of Our Lady of Mount Carmel's career resources ministry, which the Ridgewood church set up years ago to help job seekers.

Counter-Offensive in Korea

A Parade's Humble Origins

* The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was originally known as the Macy's Christmas Parade. It was started by Macy's employees in 1924 and featured animals from the Central Park Zoo. * In 1927, helium-filled balloons were used for the first time and released during the finale. But they unexpectedly burst.

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Cash Crunch Taking Toll On Holiday Travel Plans ; Fewer People Flying, Driving to Destinations

Even the busiest holiday weekend of the year won't be able to withstand the weight of a poor economy, transportation officials said Wednesday. Fewer people were expected to fly and drive over the Thanksgiving weekend as more travelers will choose to have a turkey at home rather than travel far for it.

Ftc Seeks Tighter Rules for Cigarette Ad Claims

The federal government told tobacco companies Wednesday they can no longer rely on a flawed 40-year-old test to support claims about "light" cigarettes. Sen. Frank R. Lautenberg, a longtime tobacco foe, said cigarette marketing would change sharply as a result.

Corzine Creates Council to Aid Homeless People ; Downturn Makes Need Greater

Governor Corzine on Wednesday signed an executive order to address homelessness, a rising problem in New Jersey. "Many struggle in the world that we live in today," Corzine said at the signing, at the Greater Trenton Behavioral Health Care Adult Services headquarters. "Not everyone benefits from the greatness in our society."

Road, Transit Improvements On Fast Track ; State Gives Priority to Sections of Routes 46 and 80

Several North Jersey road and mass transit projects will begin ahead of schedule under a $2.8 billion transportation spending plan released Wednesday to help restore lost jobs. The statewide investment plan, unveiled by Governor Corzine at a bridge construction site, includes $700 million for projects that were previously unfunded, state Transportation Secretary Kris Kolluri said.