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1. It's unclear how, but Abu Musab al-Zarqawi apparently survived for some time after bombs were dropped on his hideout. The US military says the militant leader died yesterday shortly after US forces arrived on the scene. Five others were killed in the air raid.
2. One soldier was killed when a Blackhawk helicopter made a "precautionary landing". The army says the chopper didn't crash, rather it landed after a warning light came on. Four others were injured during the incident at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
3. Delphi says it has reached a deal with the United Auto Workers and General Motors to offer buyouts to hourly employees who aren't eligible for early retirement. Under the agreement, workers with 26 years of service would reportedly be eligible for early retirement incentives.
4. German soccer fans were dancing in the streets, literally. A large crowd celebrated in the streets of Berlin today after the host nation beat Costa Rica in the opening match of the World Cup.
WORDS IN THE NEWS
1. precautionary : adj
Precautionary actions are taken in order to prevent something dangerous or unpleasant from happening. (FORMAL)
e.g. The local administration says the curfew is a precautionary measure.
2. chopper : n-count
A chopper is a helicopter. (INFORMAL)
e.g. Overhead, the chopper roared and the big blades churned the air.
3. come on : phrasal verb
When something such as a machine or system comes on, it starts working or functioning.
e.g. The central heating was coming on and the ancient wooden boards creaked.
4. buyout : n-count
A buyout is the buying of a company, especially by its managers or employees. (BUSINESS)
e.g. It is thought that a management buyout is one option.
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