Mosque: VA Men Detained in Pakistan 'Regular Kids' - nytimes

ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) -- The five young Americans detained in Pakistan as part of a terrorism investigation were wholesome kids who never exhibited any signs of religious extremism, according to the youth director at a mosque where they worshipped.

''We worry about their future,'' Tellawi said. ''I'm surprised at the whole issue.'' He said the last thing one would think is the men would leave their colleges during final exams. - Mosque: VA Men Detained in Pakistan 'Regular Kids'

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