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New York woman charged in plot to set off explosives at state Capitol , kill lawmakers , FBI says

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Federal authorities have arrested and charged an Albany, New York woman with a terrorism offense over an alleged Islamic State-inspired plot to bomb the New York State Capitol building and kill lawmakers. Court filings reveal that the suspect allegedly told an FBI informant about her desire to destroy the statehouse and had pledged allegiance to the militant group.

The suspect, described as an Albany local, was taken into custody following the joint investigation. The New York State Capitol, located in Albany near the Canadian border, was the primary target of the thwarted attack, according to federal prosecutors.

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Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.

South China Morning Post (HK) Emphasizes the international terrorism connection by highlighting the alleged Islamic State inspiration.
BBC World (GB) Focuses on the suspect's pledge of allegiance and the specific intent to kill lawmakers.
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