Sending a message... Suicide bombing... Stamp act

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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama says the capture of a Libyan militant sends a clear message to the world that when Americans are attacked, "We will find those responsible and we will bring them to justice." Ahmed Abu Khattala is suspected of being a "key leader" of the deadly 2012 Benghazi attack and is on his way to face trial in the U.S.

DAMATURU, Nigeria (AP) — No claim of responsibility, but witnesses in northeast Nigeria are blaming the extremist group Boko Haram for a suicide bombing. The witnesses say several people were killed when the bomber detonated a tricycle taxi packed with explosives at an outdoor World Cup viewing center. Hospital workers say the death toll likely will rise.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A bill that would have made California the first state in the nation to require warning labels on sodas and other sugary drinks was effectively killed today. The measure failed on a 7-8 legislative committee vote. It needed 10 votes to pass.

TORONTO (AP) — Canada's government has approved a controversial pipeline proposal that would bring oil to the Pacific Coast for shipment to Asia. It's a major step in the country's efforts to diversify its oil exports if it can overcome fierce opposition from environmental and aboriginal groups.

NEW YORK (AP) — Don't stick this on an envelope by mistake. A 1-cent postage stamp from a 19th century British colony in South America has become the world's most valuable stamp — again. Sotheby's says the 1856 British Guiana One-Cent Magenta sold at auction in New York for $9.5 million. It's the fourth time it has broken the auction record for a single stamp in its long history.