FBI releases photos of two men considered suspects in Boston Marathon bombings

 

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[Updated at 8 p.m. ET]

BOSTON — The FBI intensified its manhunt in the Boston Marathon bombing case on Thursday by releasing images of two men they deem to be suspects. Investigators asked that anyone with information about the men or who may have seen them in the vicinity of the race finish line on Monday to step forward with information as soon as possible.
At a late-afternoon news conference here, FBI Special Agent Richard Deslauriers released surveillance tape and displayed photos of two young men captured in the moments before the twin explosions that killed 3 and injured 170.
"Somebody out there knows these individuals as friends, neighbors, co-workers or family members," Deslauriers said. “Though it may be difficult, the nation is counting on those with information to come forward and provide it to us."
[PHOTOS: View a gallery of the images released by the FBI]
The release of the images represented a significant breakthrough in a massive manhunt that has consumed local, state and federal law enforcement since the detonation of two shrapnel-packed bombs that plunged the annual Patriot's Day race—the nation's most prestigious marathon—into terror and chaos.
The man Deslauriers called Suspect One is seen wearing a dark hat, while Suspect Two is wearing a white hat. Deslaurier said Suspect Two is believed to have set a backpack down in front of the Forum restaurant along the marathon route near Copley Square.
Deslauriers said the two men appeared to be walking together along Boylston Street in the vicinity of the explosions.
"We know the public will play a critical role in identifying and locating these individuals. Somebody out there knows these individuals," Deslauriers said.
Supect 1 (left) Suspect 2 (right) (FBI.gov) Click image to see more photos.
He described the men as likely armed and extremely dangerous, and said no one should try to take any action to apprehend them. He said those with information should contact law enforcement.
On Thursday morning, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano asked for the public's help in identifying possible suspects.
"I wouldn't characterize them as suspects under the technical term, but we need the public's help in locating these individuals," Napolitano said when asked to give an update on the marathon probe during a Committee on Homeland Security budget meeting on Capitol Hill.
"The investigation is proceeding apace," Napolitano added. "This is not an 'NCIS' episode. Sometimes you have to take the time to properly put the chain together to identify the perpetrators."

Suspect 2 (FBI.gov) Click image to see more photos.

Also on Thursday morning, the U.S. attorney's office for the District of Massachusetts sent out a tweet encouraging anyone with information to submit clues, video or photos to an FBI Web page dedicated to the investigation.
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama flew to Boston on Thursday to attend an interfaith memorial service and visit hospitalized victims. "Every one of us has been touched by this attack on your beloved city. Every one us stands with you," Obama told the crowd attending the church service at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Boston.
There, Obama honored the families of those killed in the blast—Martin Richard, 8, of Dorchester; Krystle Campbell, 29, of Medford; and Lingzi Lu, 23, a Boston University graduate student from China.
The improvised explosive devices were located about 100 yards apart in the bustling Copley Square area. Several blocks of Boston's downtown remain closed as authorities comb the area for evidence.
To contact the FBI with information, call 1-800-CALL-FBI or online at bostonmarathontips.fbi.gov.
Yahoo News' Beth Fouhy contributed reporting from New York.

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They just never had the evidence to tell them why. Now they do.
In a Chinese diet study, called the *China-Cornell-Oxford Diet and Health Project*, researchers have been collecting information on eating habits of over 10,000 Chinese since 1983. They've found that poor, rural Asians eat a humble, traditional diet-full of soy foods and high-fiber grains and vegetables, with few animal products. This, they say, is the reason for their good health.
Cholesterol levels are low, so low in fact that their average high cholesterol is still about equal to the lowest range in the United States. And only an average of 15 percent of deaths in Asia are due to heart disease, compared with more than 40 percent in the United States.
The super heart-saving Asian diet has won the approval of many nutrition experts because it emphasize plant-based, rather than animal-based, foods. Following this type of eating pattern may be your path to sound health and a long life.
**The Asian food pyramid**
Here are the basic groups that make up the Asian food pyramid. There are many ways to include these foods in your everyday eating without having to give up your own traditions. On the other hand, if you're tired of the same old meat and potatoes routine, why not buy a Chinese cook book and learn stir-frying.
**Grains:** According to the Asian Pyramid, most of your diet should consist of unrefined rice, millet, corn, wheat and other grains.
**Vegetables:** Whether from the land or sea, vegetables are a big part of the Asian diet. Including Chinese mustard greens, bok choy, spinach, chestnuts, lotus roots, and bitter melons.
**Soy:** Whether they're made into milk, tofu, paste, noodles or sheets, soy beans are an important part of the Asian diet. Rich in fiber and phytoestrogens, soy beans are a proven ally against heart disease and cancer.
**Legumes:** When you cut out animal products, you may worry about getting enough protein. A great vegetarian substitute is the small but mighty protein-rich legume. Peas and beans are a huge source of fiber. They should be part of at least one meal a day. Besides soybeans, other legumes you can try for an authentic Asian taste are mung beans, chick peas, and lentils.
**Nuts and seeds:** Almonds, cashews, walnuts, pine nuts and chestnuts are all popular ingredients in Asian cooking. Many are crushed and mixed with water to form nut milk, which is then used in sauces, desserts, and dressings. Try to get about a handful of nuts and seeds every day.
**Fats and oils:** Small amounts of peanut, golden sesame, soy, and corn oils may be eaten daily.
**Seafood:** Although it's often more expensive than chicken or red meat, fish is worth the extra pennies. It's full of healthy omega-3 fatty acids and protein, but low in cholesterol. People living in places where eating fish is part of the culture have much lower cholesterol levels. To make fish go further in your budget, follow the Asian way and chunk it up in your favorite stir-fry or soup.
**Meat:** Compared with a Western diet, the traditional Chinese diet has much less protein. And what protein the Chinese do eat generally comes from plant sources, not animals. To help keep your arteries healthy, some experts recommend eating red meat only once a month and cutting back on poultry and eggs: no more than an average serving each week.
**Herbs:** No eating plan would be complete without the herbs and spices unique to that culture. Many not only add flavor and spice to the food, but some, like garlic, turmeric, and fenugreek, provide powerful heart protection too.
**Sweets:** If you want to follow the Asian diet, you must cut back on sugar and sweets. In Asia, fresh fruits, not sweets, are served for desert.