Feb 12th, 2010 · Though movies like the 1990 mob tale Goodfellas put the spotlight on government informants, in reality, the ties between snitches and their handlers are rarely that transparent. Critics say the government often uses, then discards informants — and they want to see more safeguards.
Feb 12th, 2010 · Though movies like the 1990 mob tale Goodfellas put the spotlight on government informants, in reality, the ties between snitches and their handlers are rarely that transparent. Critics say the government often uses, then discards informants — and they want to see more safeguards.
Dec 16th, 2009 · Baggage handlers and check-in staff at Britain's Heathrow and Aberdeen airports announced strikes in tandem with work stoppages by British Airways cabin crews. The airline applied for an emergency court injunction to stop the 12-day strike, due to start Tuesday.
Aug 15th, 2009 · As Florida wrestles with an invasion of Burmese pythons, hunts have been organized to try to snare the giant, invasive snakes. Snake handler Jeff Fobb of the Miami-Dade Fire Rescue takes NPR on an expedition into the pythons' breeding ground in the Everglades.
Jul 10th, 2009 · Musician Dave Carroll's $3,500 guitar was damaged by United Airlines baggage handlers. He complained to the airline, but got nowhere so he decided to write a song about it. His song, "United Breaks Guitars," went viral on YouTube.
May 13th, 2009 · Authorities say James Fondren Jr . was involved for years in what spy-hunters call a "false flag" operation — believing he was feeding information to one government, when in fact his handler was working for another country.
Apr 7th, 2009 · Kelly and Cody Acree raised $10 million and opened a 50,000-square-foot indoor dog park in Dallas, complete with a supply store, grooming and day care. When it opened last week, more than 300 dogs arrived. Dog handlers patrol the park; no pit bulls are allowed.
Feb 11th, 2009 · At the Westminster dog show the top dog was also the oldest dog ever to win. Ten-year-old Stump took best in show honors. The Sussex spaniel had been retired. His handler said he decided to show Stump one last time, almost on a whim.