Death at Fukushima Dai ichi plant prompts safety review
A contract worker in his 60s died on his second day at Japan’s Fukushima Dai ichi nuclear plant. TEPCO said no harmful radiation was detected in his body. The incident follows the March 11 disaster that damaged the facility and caused radiation leaks. Police report 15,019 dead and 9,506 missing. About 80,000 residents were evacuated within 12 miles. Prime Minister Kan ordered safety upgrades at reactors nationwide.
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VaTech Graduation Cut Short By Lightning
Virginia Tech canceled its outdoor graduation at Lane Stadium due to severe weather and will not reschedule the university wide ceremony. About 4,400 undergraduates receive diplomas this spring while graduate and professional candidates celebrated earlier.
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Dear Abby column on reunion tensions and etiquette
Dear Abby answers revolve around handling a high school reunion with a reconciled friend, addressing gift etiquette for in laws, and overseeing an adolescent with mental health treatment. The advice emphasizes civility at events, expected generosity norms, and parental involvement in teen care with resources for support.
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Tragic Libyan migrant boat drifts ten days for aid
A 50-foot wooden boat carrying 117 migrants drifted five days without food or water after its engine failed. Rescue came on day ten, but a pregnant woman died. Survivors recall passing ships and a plane, while UN agencies urge faster, coordinated sea rescues amid rising, overcrowded crossings from Libya.
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