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Spiegel Surfs the Web US Involved in 2002 Chavez Coup?

Did the US really try to topple Venezuela's government in 2002? Plus, 20 years later, the fight for the victims of the Bhophal disaster continues. And, a few hints on what to say if you get caught speeding.
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April 11-12, 2002 saw a failed coup attempt against popularly-elected Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez. Some Venezuelans charged that George W. Bush's administration supported the coup attempt. Now, papers have come to light that may prove the involvement, according to the Associated Press. And this Web site has them on display. 

Friday is the 20th anniversary of the Bhopal disaster in India. In the early morning hours of Dec. 3, 1984, poisonous gas leak from a Union Carbide chemical factory spread unseen throughout the town. Thousands were sickened and hundreds died. This site , run by the International Campaign for Justice in Bhopal, is still fighting on behalf of the victims.

Got nabbed speeding recently? Here's a list of 10 excuses  delivered by Brits for laying on the gas.