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<p>Though the war on terror continues, the U.S. government has left the public completely exposed to the aftermath of a radiological attack. There is no better evidence of this than the actions of the Department of Homeland Security. The DHS is very focused on interdiction, government continuity and infrastructure protection, but it has not yet prepared for civil defense, which is the protection of civilians in time of war or disaster.</p>

<p>Graz, Austria -- Should Arnold Schwarzenegger be elected governor of California, he may well be facing a conflict of interest of sorts. He owes allegiance not only to the United States but also to his native Austria.</p> <p>Shortly before gaining U.S. citizenship in 1983, the bodybuilder-turned- actor made sure to retain his Austrian citizenship as well -- a status rarely granted in Austria, which in principle does not allow dual nationality.</p>

Personal Geiger counter sales boom since Sept 11 Shops in the US selling personal Geiger counters say sales have been booming since September's terrorist attacks. The New York Times says the radiation detectors are among the country's most popular personal safety gadgets. Tim Flanegin of Mineralab in Prescott, Arizona says his Geiger counter sales have doubled since September. The Geiger counters start ticking wildly when exposed to radiation, like that from a 'dirty bomb' or a nuclear meltdown. But some experts say buying a counter is a waste of time as non-scientists don't know how to interpret their data. Prices...

When Terrorists Go Nuclear The ingredients and information have never been more available. BY DAVID HUGHES If you were planning to build a nuclear bomb, you would probably want to visit your local library to read such classics as Los Alamos Primer: First Lectures On How To Build An Atomic Bomb. Although not exactly a blueprint, the book is considered a good guide to the physics of nuclear fission. Saddam Hussein's bomb development team had a copy in its library, and you can obtain one for $27.50 by calling the University of California Press. The Boston Public Library bought...