Wal-Mart ordered to stock emergency contraception in Massachusetts
Massachusetts orders Wal-Mart to stock morning after pills at all stores. Company says it will comply and reviews national policy on the drug. GM to hire 280 at Pontiac plant with $545 million investment as part of broader restructuring. The U.S. pledges tougher enforcement on China trade after reporting a $202 billion deficit.
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Cheney shooting victim faces mild heart attack stay
Corpus Christi authorities report Harry Whittington, the 78 year old lawyer wounded by Vice President Dick Cheney, suffered a mild heart attack after a shotgun pellet moved toward his heart. Doctors say he remains in stable condition and will be monitored in intensive care. The pellet was left in place and treatment was conservative, with no immediate surgery planned.
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Protests Turn Violent in Pakistan Over Prophet Cartoons
Thousands rioted in Lahore and Islamabad targeting hotels banks and embassies amid protests over cartoons of Muhammad. At least two killed in Lahore as militants are suspected of inciting the violence. Police used tear gas while crowds attacked a Citibank hotel Holiday Inn and Pizza Hut. Basra council also called for Denmark’s troops to leave unless an apology is issued.
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Preval claims vote marred by errors amid Haiti election
Haitian presidential candidate Rene Preval says the vote produced gross errors and likely fraud after falling short of a first round victory and vows to challenge the results. He calls for peaceful protests as clashes and roadblocks flare in Port au Prince. U.N. armored vehicles, shuttered businesses, and crowded markets frame the scene.
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Saddam Hussein and co-defendants begin hunger strike in court
In Baghdad the court hearing turned tense as Saddam Hussein and three co-defendants announced a hunger strike to protest Chief Judge Raouf Abdel-Rahman. They alleged harsh treatment and improper conduct since his appointment last month, though independent confirmation was not available.
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Hamas challenges U S and Israel over regime rumors
Hamas protests interference by the United States and Israel amid reports they sought to topple the incoming government unless it renounced violence and recognized Israel. Washington and Jerusalem deny the plot while the State Department reviews aid to Palestinians with a decision due within two weeks.
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