Wednesday 24 September 2014

Judge: Tsarnaev trial in Boston






Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was arrested on April 19, 2013, after a massive manhunt following an overnight shootout with police in suburban Watertown that left his 26-year-old brother Tamerlan Tsarnaev -- the other man wanted in the bombings -- dead. Authorities say Tsarnaev and his brother were responsible for the Boston Marathon bombing on April 15, 2013.Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was arrested on April 19, 2013, after a massive manhunt following an overnight shootout with police in suburban Watertown that left his 26-year-old brother Tamerlan Tsarnaev -- the other man wanted in the bombings -- dead. Authorities say Tsarnaev and his brother were responsible for the Boston Marathon bombing on April 15, 2013.

On April 18, 2013, the FBI released photos and videos of two suspects and pleaded for public help in identifying them.On April 18, 2013, the FBI released photos and videos of two suspects and pleaded for public help in identifying them.

Tsarnaev was found on April 19, 2013, in a boat that was dry-docked in the backyard of a Watertown, Massachusetts, home. He was covered in blood from bullet wounds suffered during a manhunt that brought Boston to a standstill.Tsarnaev was found on April 19, 2013, in a boat that was dry-docked in the backyard of a Watertown, Massachusetts, home. He was covered in blood from bullet wounds suffered during a manhunt that brought Boston to a standstill.

The<a href='http://ift.tt/1iU5Id0' target='_blank'> August 2013 cover of Rolling Stone</a> featuring Tsarnaev sparked a backlash against the magazine.The August 2013 cover of Rolling Stone featuring Tsarnaev sparked a backlash against the magazine.

Tsarnaev stands in court, flanked by his lawyers, in this sketch from July 2013, the last time he has been seen in public.Tsarnaev stands in court, flanked by his lawyers, in this sketch from July 2013, the last time he has been seen in public.

An image posted to the social sharing website Reddit purports to show Tsarnaev being detained by law enforcement officers.An image posted to the social sharing website Reddit purports to show Tsarnaev being detained by law enforcement officers.

Tsarnaev was caught on a convenience store surveillance camera video that was released by the Boston Police Department.Tsarnaev was caught on a convenience store surveillance camera video that was released by the Boston Police Department.

A still from footage released by the FBI of the suspects.A still from footage released by the FBI of the suspects.

Additional photos and video of the two men were released by the FBI.Additional photos and video of the two men were released by the FBI.

A picture of Tsarnaev seen on his apparent profile on VKontakte, a Russian social network similar to Facebook.A picture of Tsarnaev seen on his apparent profile on VKontakte, a Russian social network similar to Facebook.

The Boston Police Department also released this undated photograph of the suspect. <a href='http://ift.tt/1p7a893'>See all photography related to the Boston bombings.</a>The Boston Police Department also released this undated photograph of the suspect. See all photography related to the Boston bombings.









  • Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is accused in the Boston Marathon bombing, killing police officer

  • He wants to move the trial out of Massachusetts, saying he can't get a fair trial there

  • A judge denies his request, saying an "impartial jury" can be impaneled in the area

  • Tsarnaev's trial is being delayed, though, until early next year




(CNN) -- A federal judge on Wednesday denied Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev's bid to move the location of his upcoming trial, even while moving back its scheduled start date.


Explaining his decision to have a jury weigh Tsarnaev's fate near where the bombings and subsequent violent incidents with police occurred, U.S. District Judge George O'Toole said, "Although the media coverage in this case has been extensive, at this stage the defendant has failed to show that it has so inflamed and pervasively prejudiced the pool that a fair and impartial jury cannot be impaneled in the (Eastern District of Massachusetts)."


O'Toole's ruling means that the trial in one of the most scarring episodes in Boston history will stay in Boston.





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With his older brother Tamerlan, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is accused of planting two explosives hidden inside backpacks on April 15, 2013, along downtown Boston's busy Boylston Street near the marathon's finish line. The bombs exploded 12 seconds apart, killing 8-year-old Martin Richard, 29-year-old Krystle Campbell and Lingzi Lu, a Boston University graduate student from China, and injuring more than 200 others.


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Three days later, a Massachusetts Institute of Technology police officer named Sean Collier was shot and killed on campus -- allegedly by the bombing suspects. Then, early on April 19, authorities say the Tsarnaev brothers hijacked a car in nearby Cambridge, then exchanged gunfire and thew explosives out the window when police began to chase them.


Tamerlan Tsarnaev died in that exchange. His younger brother wasn't found until the next day, bloodied and in a boat parked in a Watertown, Massachusetts, backyard.


The marathon bombings and subsequent manhunt spurred intense media coverage in Massachusetts and beyond. "Boston Pride" became an often repeated mantra in the region as locals rallied in support of one another and in opposition to those behind the violence.


The attention spurred Dzhokhar Tsarnaev to ask for his trial to be moved out of Massachusetts, his lawyers arguing "that pretrial publicity and public sentiment" jeopardized his opportunity for a fair trial.


O'Toole shot down the defense case on several grounds, including the argument that 12 impartial jurors couldn't be found in the area. He noted that Massachusetts' eastern federal district has about 5 million people.


"It stretches the imagination to suggest that an impartial jury cannot be successfully selected from this large pool of potential jurors," the judge wrote.


It's not like only Massachusetts residents know about this case, he added. For a time, this was a huge international story -- meaning that people from coast-to-coast, and not just around Boston, might have formed opinions about it he said.


"It is doubtful whether a jury could be selected anywhere in the country whose members were wholly unaware of the marathon bombings," O'Toole said.


Tsarnaev faces more than 30 federal charges tied to the entire episode, including using and conspiring to use a weapon of mass destruction resulting in death.


Bomb suspect pleads not guilty


Federal prosecutors announced earlier this year that they will seek the death penalty against him, arguing he acted in "an especially heinous, cruel and depraved manner" and lacks remorse.


While Tsarnaev wasn't able to move his trial location, he did win -- at least partially -- in one regard Wednesday: His trial date has been delayed.


The defense had asked that the trial be pushed back from November 3 to September 1, 2015, due to the large volume of information -- or "discovery" -- in the case.


O'Toole delayed the trial until January 5, 2015, not long after the final pretrial conference hearing set for December 18.


CNN's Lawrence Crook contributed to this report.



Ex-GMA host shaves head in cancer fight






When former "Good Morning America" host Joan Lunden learned she was facing an "aggressive" form of breast cancer, she was determined to face her health battle head on. Knowing she would need chemotherapy, Lunden decided to remove her familiar blond hair before her locks could be affected by the treatment. "You know it's going to happen one of these days and you are wondering how or when," <a href='http://ift.tt/1qtPomD' target='_blank'>Lunden explained to People magazine</a>, which she posed for without her wig in September. "So I just owned it."When former "Good Morning America" host Joan Lunden learned she was facing an "aggressive" form of breast cancer, she was determined to face her health battle head on. Knowing she would need chemotherapy, Lunden decided to remove her familiar blond hair before her locks could be affected by the treatment. "You know it's going to happen one of these days and you are wondering how or when," Lunden explained to People magazine, which she posed for without her wig in September. "So I just owned it."

Hugh Jackman<a href='http://ift.tt/1kTV0Ev' target='_blank'> took to Instagram</a> on May 8 to share a photo of his nose, which was bandaged because of treatment he had on basal cell carcinoma.Hugh Jackman took to Instagram on May 8 to share a photo of his nose, which was bandaged because of treatment he had on basal cell carcinoma.

Former "Dancing With the Stars" co-host Samantha Harris has breast cancer and will undergo a double mastectomy, <a href='http://ift.tt/1kqCnO2' target='_blank'>according to People</a>. Harris says she detected a lump during a self-exam and then followed up with a specialist after receiving a clean mammogram, the magazine reported. Former "Dancing With the Stars" co-host Samantha Harris has breast cancer and will undergo a double mastectomy, according to People. Harris says she detected a lump during a self-exam and then followed up with a specialist after receiving a clean mammogram, the magazine reported.

Actress Brittany Daniel of "Sweet Valley High" and "The Game" has been quietly dealing with stage IV non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Daniel recalls in an issue of <a href='http://ift.tt/1hCMkSw' target='_blank'>People magazine</a> that her 2011 diagnosis "happened so suddenly," but she's been able to face it with the support of her family. Actress Brittany Daniel of "Sweet Valley High" and "The Game" has been quietly dealing with stage IV non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Daniel recalls in an issue of People magazine that her 2011 diagnosis "happened so suddenly," but she's been able to face it with the support of her family.

Famed journalist Tom Brokaw <a href='http://ift.tt/1iZLdO1'>revealed in February that he's been diagnosed with multiple myeloma</a>, a cancer which affects blood cells in the bone marrow. Famed journalist Tom Brokaw revealed in February that he's been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a cancer which affects blood cells in the bone marrow.

Getting a mammogram live on "Good Morning America" for cancer awareness month revealed to ABC's Amy Robach that she had breast cancer in November.Getting a mammogram live on "Good Morning America" for cancer awareness month revealed to ABC's Amy Robach that she had breast cancer in November.

Radio personality Robin Quivers quietly battled cancer for months, but she had happy news to share with "Howard Stern" listeners in September 2013. On the show, Quivers revealed that her doctors now believe she's cancer-free after receiving treatment, including chemotherapy. Radio personality Robin Quivers quietly battled cancer for months, but she had happy news to share with "Howard Stern" listeners in September 2013. On the show, Quivers revealed that her doctors now believe she's cancer-free after receiving treatment, including chemotherapy.

Singer Melissa Etheridge became <a href='http://ift.tt/1sHUZte'>an advocate for the use of medical marijuana</a> after her 2004 breast cancer diagnosis. Singer Melissa Etheridge became an advocate for the use of medical marijuana after her 2004 breast cancer diagnosis.

Sharon Jones held off plans to tour and release a new album with the Dap-Kings <a href='http://ift.tt/1sHV0gP' target='_blank'>after being diagnosed</a> with stage 1 bile duct cancer in 2013.Sharon Jones held off plans to tour and release a new album with the Dap-Kings after being diagnosed with stage 1 bile duct cancer in 2013.

Michael Douglas offered <a href='http://ift.tt/1sHV0gT'>some interesting insight</a> as to how he may have developed the throat cancer that he was diagnosed with in August 2010. Douglas later told the "Today" show that his tumor was gone. Michael Douglas offered some interesting insight as to how he may have developed the throat cancer that he was diagnosed with in August 2010. Douglas later told the "Today" show that his tumor was gone.

Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly has been <a href='http://ift.tt/1qyBiXg' target='_blank'>diagnosed with cancer of the upper jaw bone</a>. "Doctors have told me that the prognosis for my recovery is very good," <a href='http://ift.tt/19BYAjT' target='_blank'>Kelly said in a statement from his former club</a>. Indeed, in August 2014, <a href='http://ift.tt/1mwfFpv' target='_blank'>Kelly was told</a> that he was cancer free.Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly has been diagnosed with cancer of the upper jaw bone. "Doctors have told me that the prognosis for my recovery is very good," Kelly said in a statement from his former club. Indeed, in August 2014, Kelly was told that he was cancer free.

Actress Christina Applegate had a bilateral mastectomy in 2008. <a href='http://ift.tt/18Lg3Gb' target='_blank'>Doctors had diagnosed her</a> with cancer in her left breast and offered her the options of either radiation treatment and testing for the rest of her life or removal of both breasts.Actress Christina Applegate had a bilateral mastectomy in 2008. Doctors had diagnosed her with cancer in her left breast and offered her the options of either radiation treatment and testing for the rest of her life or removal of both breasts.

In 2006, singer Sheryl Crow underwent minimally invasive surgery for breast cancer. In 2012, she <a href='http://ift.tt/1qyBiXn' target='_blank'>revealed she had a noncancerous brain tumor.</a>In 2006, singer Sheryl Crow underwent minimally invasive surgery for breast cancer. In 2012, she revealed she had a noncancerous brain tumor.

KISS band member Peter Criss <a href='http://ift.tt/1sHUZJU'>sat down with CNN's Elizabeth Cohen</a> in 2009, a year after his battle with breast cancer. The musician said he wanted to increase awareness of the fact that men can also get the disease.KISS band member Peter Criss sat down with CNN's Elizabeth Cohen in 2009, a year after his battle with breast cancer. The musician said he wanted to increase awareness of the fact that men can also get the disease.

Cynthia Nixon not only <a href='http://ift.tt/1qyBlSM' target='_blank'>joined the cast of Showtime's "The Big C,"</a> about a woman battling the disease, and portrayed a woman with cancer in the Broadway play "Wit" -- Nixon was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2006.Cynthia Nixon not only joined the cast of Showtime's "The Big C," about a woman battling the disease, and portrayed a woman with cancer in the Broadway play "Wit" -- Nixon was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2006.

Zoraida Sambolin was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2013, and she chose to have a double mastectomy. <a href='http://ift.tt/1sHV2Ft' target='_blank'>Sambolin said</a> that Angelina Jolie's New York Times opinion piece about undergoing the procedure gave her courage to share her story. Zoraida Sambolin was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2013, and she chose to have a double mastectomy. Sambolin said that Angelina Jolie's New York Times opinion piece about undergoing the procedure gave her courage to share her story.

"Good Morning America" co-host Robin Roberts had been cancer-free for five years in 2012 after beating breast cancer when she revealed she had <a href='http://ift.tt/1qyBkhX'>been diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome, </a>also called MDS."Good Morning America" co-host Robin Roberts had been cancer-free for five years in 2012 after beating breast cancer when she revealed she had been diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome, also called MDS.

"Three's Company" star Suzanne Somers <a href='http://ift.tt/1sHV0NU' target='_blank'>spoke with CNN's Piers Morgan in 2012</a> about her stem cell surgery and her bout with breast cancer. She was diagnosed in 2001, which is when she began researching alternative methods to reconstructive surgery."Three's Company" star Suzanne Somers spoke with CNN's Piers Morgan in 2012 about her stem cell surgery and her bout with breast cancer. She was diagnosed in 2001, which is when she began researching alternative methods to reconstructive surgery.

Olivia Newton-John was diagnosed in 1992, and the singer has become an advocate for breast self-examination.Olivia Newton-John was diagnosed in 1992, and the singer has become an advocate for breast self-examination.

E! co-host Giuliana Rancic<a href='http://ift.tt/1sHV2VT' target='_blank'> underwent a double mastectomy in 2011</a> after a breast cancer diagnosis. E! co-host Giuliana Rancic underwent a double mastectomy in 2011 after a breast cancer diagnosis.

Actress Kathy Bates <a href='http://ift.tt/1sHV2VX' target='_blank'>didn't share news of her battle until 2012</a>, eight years after she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.Actress Kathy Bates didn't share news of her battle until 2012, eight years after she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

Australian singer Kylie Minogue was only 36 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005.Australian singer Kylie Minogue was only 36 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005.








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  • Joan Lunden poses for People magazine without her wig

  • The longtime health advocate says she wanted to empower other women

  • Lunden revealed a breast cancer diagnosis in June




(CNN) -- Joan Lunden made a bold move when she posed for the cover of this week's People magazine.


The former "Good Morning America" host appears with sparkling eyes and a broad smile, but without her trademark golden locks.


At 64, Lunden is fighting an aggressive form of breast cancer, and has shaved her head as she goes through treatment.





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While she could have worn a wig for People's photo shoot, the longtime health advocate saw an opportunity to raise awareness.


"I had to make this big decision about whether or not to do the cover with no hair," Lunden told People. "It certainly isn't the comfortable way to go, but I decided I was going to try and help others and show women that this isn't the end of the world. You can go on -- and that was hugely empowering."


Lunden was diagnosed with stage 2 triple-negative breast cancer in June. While sharing the news on "Good Morning America" that month, she got some valuable advice on the ABC program from breast cancer survivor and "GMA" co-anchor Robin Roberts.


Joan Lunden, former 'GMA' host, talks about her battle with breast cancer


"Robin told me waiting for your hair to fall out is excruciating. So I didn't want to wait," Lunden said. "When it starts to go, it's shocking, embarrassing and depressing. Pre-empt it. Get it shaved off. I did that. And I thought it was going to be like the biggest deal in the world. And you know what? I felt I didn't have it done to me. I walked in and I said, 'Do this.'"


After consulting with doctors, Lunden opted for an unconventional treatment plan that calls for chemotherapy -- as opposed to the typical mastectomy or lumpectomy -- with the goal of shrinking her tumors so surgery can be minimal.


"You have all these decisions to make, and you have to make them quickly. I had no choice but to go into warrior mode and take this head-on," Lunden told People.


After 12 weeks of chemotherapy, Lunden learned that two tumors had shrunk by nearly 95%. She was able to bypass the second and more difficult phase of chemotherapy, and after a September 23 surgery to remove the remaining mass she's now focusing on her recovery.


"I was handed an opportunity to learn everything that I can about this and try to help others," she said to People, "the opportunity to turn something bad into something good. And that is the most amazing thing."