Istanbul police disperse unauthorized World Women’s Day protest
Turkish riot police used truncheons and tear gas Sunday to break up an unauthorized demonstration in Istanbul as about 300 protesters chanted for equal pay and rights. Police detained 48 earlier. 100 refused to disperse, resulting in tear gas and baton use.
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Israel to begin pullout from West Bank town Tulkarrem
A senior Palestinian commander said Israel would start pulling troops from Tulkarrem in the West Bank on Tuesday. Israeli officials cautioned that Palestinian compliance to curb violence and government approval were still required before any withdrawal. The transfer of five towns had paused after a Palestinian suicide bombing killed five Israelis in Tel Aviv on February 25, with contacts resuming Sunday.
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Court: HIV positive men can sue over rescinded jobs
In a 9th Circuit decision, three Bay Area men allege American Airlines rejected their applications for flight attendant posts after failing to disclose HIV status. The court said employers may seek medical info after background checks and a job offer, aiding unlawful rejection determinations.
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Astronauts Face Long Delays Before Spaceflight
Grounded astronauts recount long waits as the shuttle era nears its end. Zamka, Polansky and others face uncertain futures with NASA planning a gap before the next generation vehicle arrives around 2010. Musgrave notes patience and task focus as key.
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Hezbollah backs Syria in Beirut rallies amid Lebanon turmoil
Hezbollah leader Nasrallah declares support for Syria and allies as Lebanon faces political instability and the Syrian withdrawal. The move shifts power dynamics, with Hezbollah pressed by protests and international pressure as Bashar al Assad orders a staged pullout of 14 000 troops after nearly three decades.
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James Brown Refuses Retirement Plans Amid Health and Controversy
Legendary soul star James Brown, 71, says he will not retire, claiming his music spreads love and understanding. He cites past legal troubles, prostate cancer treatment, and a public dispute over Michael Jackson as part of broader life in the spotlight.
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Wild bighorn sheep spotted near Wisconsin interstate
Wisconsin Game Warden Tim Price investigated a report of a wild bighorn sheep seen near Walworth County’s interstate. Residents described a brown shaggy animal with curled horns and a white rump, possibly escaped from a game farm. Experts note lack of habitat in the state for true bighorns.
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