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report on all of this tomorrow. Time now for ABC World News with Dianne

Sawyer. Welcome to World News. Tonight: surviving the crash, as

another passenger plane goes down, this one during a dangerous storm.

Tonight you will hear amazing stories from people who escaped the

wreckage. A sombre procession as some victims of Malaysia flight MH17

return home. And also to note in World News, finding your dream

house. Never shy away from the house that looks terrible. The secret to

finding a hidden treasure for your family in the neighbourhood you

thought you couldn't afford. Good evening to you on this Wednesday

night. We begin with the developing story this week of jarring news. Yet

another passenger plane has gone down, this time in Taiwan. And this

time Stormy weather may have played a role. Even as we mourn the

passengers on the plane which was shot down, tonight we hear from

survivors from this plane in Taiwan, survivors who somehow managed to

walk away a live. Our correspondent has the very latest on their

stories. The remains of this passenger plane hosed down, a

mangled mess in a week that has seen some grim aviation scenes. Somehow

some people survive this crash, one girl climbing out of the wreckage,

borrowing a cellphone, and calling her mother, saying ma'am, my plane

crashed. Relatives learning the news at the airport. The aircraft is a

twin turboprop, which can carry up to 74 passengers. It was flown by

Taiwan's's TransAsia Airways. Why did it go down? Falling rain you saw

in these pictures was much heavier and may have contributed to the

crash into some buildings. This typhoon had just passed over the

islands. In fact the flight's departure had been delayed for an

hour and 45 minutes because of a storm, finally taking off a little

before six in the evening. Just a little more than an hour later,

between prop plane attempted to land at Penghu Islands. The first landing

was aborted by the pilot. The second time around, the plane went down off

airport grounds. Under lights, recovery crews worked, and the black

box has already been found. It has been a tough week, but generally

deaths in aviation accidents are down. And the survival for some.

Generally it is those riding in the back of the plane who make it out

alive. At the end of the day we have to look at the big picture, which is

that flying remains safer than getting into a car and driving to

the grocery store. The good news is that investigators have the black

box and they will know very soon whether what happened in the last

couple of seconds contributed to the crash. And of course, it will not be

a short investigation. We take you to the Netherlands. The nation in

mourning tonight because of the passengers on the jet which was

blown out of the sky over Ukraine. The procession of cough and

stretched for miles as the first wave of victims came home ``

offers. Flags at half`mast `` coffins. Our correspondent is there

with the suffering and the search for answers tonight. Across the soft

blue skies today, bells rang out, signalling the homecoming was under

way. From town Square, to train station, to the airport, time stood

still. On`board the two military planes, 40 would in cough and is,

the first of the plane's Thames `` coffins. In front of the relatives,

hidden away behind screens, and Dutch royalty. Then the procession,

an armada of hearses. And thousands of mourners paying tribute, lining

the streets. It is a very black day for everybody, especially for people

from this part of the country. There is sadness and a demand for justice.

The body delayed coming five days after the crash. Today for the

families of passengers from 12 countries across the globe, it was

about profound loss. Through the morning, the investigation carried

on. The world demanded answers. Tonight, the black box is now in the

hands of experts who say they do not appear to have been tampered with.

This while the rebels showed no signs of hacking down. Today accused

of shooting down to make Ukrainian fighter jet. `` two Ukrainian

fighter jets. Today, with the victim is finally coming home, the Rim

process of identifying the bodies will begin. At the Prime Minister

warned that process could take months `` grim prospect.

No US airlines are flying into Israel because the conflict is too

dangerous. UN officials are raising the visual `` issue of war crimes.

As a Red Cross convoy creeps forward, we followed behind,

entering a deserted and destroyed Gaza neighbourhood

echoing around us. Israel pounding the area for four days. Hamas

militants fighting back. A bulldozer cleared of the way. These rescue

workers are paying on doors, calling out for the wounded, clearing one

house and moving to the next. And, frantic digging as a man is pulled

from his house which collapsed. Seems like these have triggered a UN

investigation into warcrimes with each side accused `` scenes. Nearly

75% of the 700 Palestinians killed here were civilians, according to

the UN. Israel say they are targeting militants and accused

other `` Hamas of using human shields. Two Israeli civilians have

been killed, while more than 30 soldiers have died. Israel's main

airport is empty following a ban on American flights to Israel for

another 24 hours. Other top international airlines have done the

same. After a rocket wasn't intercepted, it landed a mile from

the airport on Tuesday. It was claimed by Hamas as a victory. John

Kerry spent the day in Israel pushing a ceasefire deal, but has

left tonight empty`handed. Israel is talking about expanding its

operation, at Hamas is refusing a ceasefire until its demands are met.

`` us. Back at home, the plot thickens in the case of the

mysterious white flags found at top that Brookland Bridge.

New York City is beefing up security on the iconic bridge after someone

scaled its iconic towers, unfurling Jos it `` mysterious flags.

Additional cameras are being put on the bridge. Officials tells us the

stunt does not reveal a whole insecurity. Does it not reveal how

of honourable we are? Not necessarily. Someone placing a

flight is different to someone trying to do damage and. This is the

third high`profile breach of eight new yuk landmark in a year. Brazen

base jumpers let off the top of the World Trade Center in September and

then in March a teenage boy scaled the same building, sneaking past

security. It was a challenge to the police Department and they

succeeded, the police department failed. People said those behind the

stunt work experienced climbers who could scale the 276 foot towers,

somehow making it past the locked gates. Once our top, `` on top, take

a look at this video, at 3:30am, the light of eliminating one of the

flags flickers out. The same thing with the other flag. Police are

looking for five people seen on video crossing the bridge 20 minutes

before the lights went out. The police Department says it is

troubling. Just to give you an idea of sensitivity, we are talking about

the largest collection of government buildings in one area outside

Washington. Take a look, from where we are, the tower on the Manhattan

side, NYPD headquarters, City Hall, the federal courts, all about half a

mile away. There were four police officers on the bridge that night,

none of them are being disciplined. We have learned that cameras on the

bridge are notoriously bad at night. More are being added.

That is a surprise. Thank you. Now, we take you to the drum inside

a courtroom in Detroit, raising questions about race and when the

law permits you to fire a gun. A man charged with fatally shooting

a young woman on his porch. He was white, she was black. The court sat

in silence as the call was played to 911. 54`year`old Theodore appeared

expressionless in court, accused of killing this woman in the middle of

the night. She was drunk that night and injured, stumbling to his door.

After a car accident. He grabbed his shotgun and fired through the screen

self defence. His lawyers said that self defence. His lawyers said that

her client feared for his life. Someone comes right in front of him,

less than two feet away, coming at him from the side and he sees half a

figure and he shoots. The case has sparked outrage with some comparing

the killing to that of trade on Martin. The prosecution argued that

MacBride posed no threat. There were no signs of attempted breaking into

the house. In court, the prosecution played Waifer's called the police

after the shooting. I have just not someone on my front porch with

Waifer's lawyer argues he was terrified that it right was pounding

on the front door. At the centre of the trial, a law allowing a person

to use deadly force to defend themselves if they reasonably

believe there is a danger of death or bodily harm. On the witness

stand, MacBride's mother breaking down, remembering her daughter. If

convicted of second`degree murder, Waifer could face life in prison.

And, next tonight, a warning for American families about a study that

finds a spike in the number of teenagers who say they have tried

performance enhancing drugs specifically, HTH, hGH. The drug is

linked to the athletes. Our correspondent linked it to let

Armstrong. Our correspondent shows us. Tonight, high school students

are not just trying to get an edge on the field, they are trying to

look good also. Over one in ten high school students, more than double

last year, admit to trading HTH, or supplements claiming to boost their

hGH levels, according to a survey. This is very disturbing and

dangerous. This is only available by prescription and it is intended to

promote growth. It can also be used to improve muscle mass and

appearance. Many over`the`counter supplements are available, which

always with the warning, 18 years always with the warning, 18 years

and older. The internet is full of testimonials claiming before and

after results from using HGH. What many teenagers don't know is that

they can be harmful side`effects, high levels of HGH can affect muscle

and bone development, lead to early onset diabetes and maybe even

increase the risk of cancer. These are things like diabetes, sugar

control problems, cardiac problems, bone growth problems. These

teenagers don't understand the ramifications West or `` punt? They

really believe it is safe. Parents need to remain vigilant. If you see

a change in your child's progress or if they are out all sorts, that

could be a warning sign. Take it as a chance to have a conversation with

your child. Keep the lines of communication open. Again, boys and

girls are in this survey. Next, the diamond in the rough. How

do you find your dream home in a neighbourhood you thought you

couldn't afford? And, the hero dog. Some say it one saves up to 200

American lives. Tonight, we show you the people who want to bring their

best friends home. Next, and is as about buying and

selling your home. We have been telling you about the redhot housing

market `` answers. The median sale price for an existing home increased

to $223,000 in June. Tonight, our correspondent shows you how to find

a hidden treasure in a neighbourhood you love.

First`time homebuyers Alison and David had their heart set on their

dream neighbourhood, Grant Parker Plant are. The home is beautiful. ``

Atlanta. A wish list, three bedrooms, two bath and space for a

growing family. Plus, eight by state under $300,000. `` a pricetag. They

were getting priced out. This home went for $350,000. This one, 300 and

19,000. We will have to leave this neighbourhood. Experts estimate they

are are 1.7 million undervalued homes they went looking for a hidden

gem. Don't shy from a house that looks terrible. White Robert Smith

has helped countless families. The rule of thumb is to buy the cheapest

will the worst house on the best street. The worst house on the best

street? And fix it up. If the structure is sound, look past

outdated interiors. Storage space wasn't in love with. Don't be afraid

of a bad kitchen or weird colours. That is the easy stuff, stuff you

fortune. How do you get their? Ask fortune. How do you get their? Ask

your agent to show you pocket listings `` there. Homes that

haven't hit the market. Get the right neighbours, your future

retirement fund, you have got to take that chance if you want to make

a killing. Alison and David did, landing this diamond in the Russell

$283,000. Tonight two months later, agents tell us the house is worth

$42,000 more. `` diamond in the rough fort to hundred and $83,000.

Termites, cracking foundations and water problems are issues you should

not compromise on. Of course, you always want to get a thorough

inspection. It went up that much in two months?

A trend of rising in the Instant Index. These kayakers off the coast

of Argentina. In the distance, watch a pot of Wales. The humans move in

for a closer look and so do the whales. They lift the kayak out of

the water. The human is suspended before the whale left them panel of.

24,000 troops leave Afghanistan by the end of the year, hoping to bring

their friends with them. Friends who also showed courage in combat. Our

correspondent tells us about the veterans who deserve home and family

also. A service member's best friend.

Nowhere is the bond tighter than when they have been in battle

together. Sergeant Jason Boss and the chocolate lab spent a year

together. This is my best friend, my battle buddies. Conducting 100

missions, seeking out explosives and weapons and keeping each other

company. This is to eight spoke to every day. The bond grew quickly.

When he left the army, the dog stayed behind. With help from the

American Humane Society, they were reunited 18 months later. There have

long been dogs of war. This photo is from World War II. Some $3000 has

served in the US military since 9/11. When they retire, they are put

up or general adoption. Now, there is a movement to reunite them with

their battle mates, not just for the dog s' sake. This man was awarded

eight gold star after he helped rescue wounded soldiers in

Afghanistan. After 2.5 years of suffering PTSD, his dog is by his

side helping him again. She saved me and other soldiers and now she will

continue to save me emotionally. They are battle mates, best friends

and more. We thank you for watching. I will

see you back here again tomorrow night. Until then, goodbye.

Wednesday was the warmest of the year across Scotland, Northern

Ireland and Wales. News about Thursday is that he will remain

warm. Perhaps the eastern coastal fringes, which might" be. It will

ease its way towards the eastern facing shores. `` phase back