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We’re not in Kansas anymore?

By Robert Basler
September 21, 2011
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Kansas airport fake bomb suspect ordered held in jail

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept 16 (Reuters) – A man who tried to board a Southwest Airlines flight with materials that resembled bomb parts was ordered held without bond on Friday by a federal judge, authorities said.

Okay, this is U.S. Geography 101. Kansas City International Airport is in Missouri!

Drizzle

Yes, the story itself was right but the headline should have said either Kansas City airport, or Missouri airport. GBU Editor

Kansas City Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles is congratulated by quarterback Matt Cassel after scoring a touchdown against the Buffalo Bills during the first half of their NFL football game at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri September 11, 2011. REUTERS/Dave Kaup

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