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Attempted pipe-bomb attack sparks panic in New York subway
Emergency crews swarmed the streets near Times Square this morning after a man detonated a homemade pipe bomb in the New York subway, creating a panic during rush hour. The suspected attacker, identified as 27-year-old Akayed Ullah, was taken to the hospital with minor burns. Officials believe he was inspired by the Islamic State group. William Brangham reports.