Global Falun Gong Detentions Include Foreign Students
In Guangzhou, a American Sun Jie aged 30 and two Australians Jiang Xili Jiang Huijie and a Swedish 31 year old Anne Hakosalo were detained during a Falun Gong gathering. The Swedish later released after 10 hours. Authorities accuse Falun Gong of foreign collusion amid widespread arrests.
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Holiday shopping season opens with discounts and crowds
Analysts expect a 5 to 6 percent rise in traditional store sales while online sales are seen doubling from last year. Shoppers flock to bargains before dawn as retailers and internet merchants lure customers with deep discounts amid strong consumer confidence and low unemployment.
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Ukraine Restart of Chernobyl Reactor Amid Protests
Ukraine restarted Reactor No. 3 at Chernobyl at 5 30 a m after five months of repairs. Officials say it is safe and that completion of two new reactors hinges on Western funding, despite international calls to shutter the plant.
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Real estate broker sues Goldie Hawn over commission
Lynne Segal claims in Manhattan Supreme Court that Goldie Hawn owes about 115000 dollars from a 6 percent commission on a Manhattan penthouse bought for 3.84 million dollars. Segal says she introduced Hawn to the property via Realty Group International and split a 15000 dollar earlier commission. Hawn’s spokesman calls the suit unfounded.
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After Floyd Floods Waccamaw Riverfront Residents Rebound
Floodwaters wiped out landscaping and mementos but river town residents find thanks in recovery. Families like the Chamberlains spent Thanksgiving in Myrtle Beach hotels while Conway officials praise community resilience and local restaurants reopen.
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