Israel strikes Hamas fugitive as Gaza bulldozers prepare rocket cover
An Israeli airstrike in Khan Younis killed Hamdi Kalakh while he drove a donkey cart, injuring at least three others. Simultaneously bulldozers moved into Gaza to create cover for cross border rocket attacks and Palestinian authorities shut nine Islamic charities' bank accounts to probe support for armed groups.
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U.S. urged to cede more power for Iraq peace force
After a week of talks key Security Council members say Washington must relinquish more authority to persuade them to contribute troops for Iraq. The United States weighs a new UN backed multinational force with an American commander. The move aims to free some of the 138,000 U.S. troops by enlarging international participation.
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Union Leaders Dismiss Labor Day Optimism Over Jobs
Union leaders say workers have little to celebrate on Labor Day as data show a improving economy that has not reached the working class. AFL-CIO President John Sweeney warns there is no reason for optimism despite a rebound in the second quarter. The economy has shed 2.7 million net jobs since March 2001 and the average unemployment duration exceeds 19 weeks with the jobless rate at 6.2 percent.
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One in Five Female Cadets Report Sexual Assault
Brig. Gen. Johnny Weida, commandant of cadets, told about 4,000 Air Force Academy cadets near Colorado Springs that nearly 20 percent have been sexually assaulted during their time at the academy. He called the issue a problem tarnishing the institution's image.
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Fierce Battle in Southern Afghanistan After Sudden Incident
Afghan soldiers fought entrenched Taliban fighters in Qalat after a night of heavy U S bombardment, in what Afghan officials called one of the most intense battles in months. The operation followed four days of fighting in the area and involved a large U S air and artillery campaign.
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Teen arrested in Internet attack linked to Blaster worm
Jeffrey Lee Parson 18 of Hopkins Minnesota known online as teekid admitted modifying the Blaster infection creating Blaster B. He was arrested in Washington with seven computers seized from his home on August 19. The case involves Microsoft and Symantec estimates of thousands of infected machines and global network disruption.
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Six nations pursue new talks after North Korea standoff
Six nations agreed to continue discussions on North Korea’s nuclear program after a three day round in Beijing. North Korea signaled willingness to dismantle its program in exchange for oil, aid, and a non aggression treaty, but linked concessions to U.S. action. United States officials urged a peaceful process while noting the heavy hurdles ahead. International observers warned of risky posturing as talks proceed.
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Osbourne to Host Brit View Show Union Jack on Channel 4
London reports Channel 4 will air Union Jack in November with Jack Osbourne 17 hosting from Hollywood parties premieres and celebrity haunts. The program promises his takes on movies and music and a fresh look at Hollywood cool and strange.
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Parrot's screams fool Tucson police in mock distress
A two year old yellow naped Amazon parrot named Oscar imitates a distressed woman, prompting police and firefighters to break down a door before realizing the sounds came from inside a large cage. Officer Davies confirmed the parrot's varied screams and laughter as the source.
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