Taiwan voters reject Chen forces in legislative vote
In Taiwan the opposition wins a two seat majority, gaining 114 of 225 seats while Chen Shui-bian's Democratic Progressive Party and allies fall short. The result signals a slower push for Taiwanese independence and pleased Beijing concerned about cross strait tensions. China previously tested missiles after Taiwan identity remarks.
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18 000 U S troops launch winter offensive against Taliban
18000 American troops begin a winter offensive against Taliban rebels across Afghanistan named Operation Lightning Freedom. The push aims to deny sanctuary, push insurgents toward Karzai’s amnesty, and secure elections while protecting Afghanistan’s new democracy and border security with Pakistan.
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U.S. taps on ElBaradei amid bid to oust IAEA chief
The United States has intercepted numerous calls between Mohamed ElBaradei and Iranian diplomats as it seeks leverage to remove him as head of the IAEA. officials cautioned the transcripts show no wrongdoing but fuel debate over impartiality and risks of a public campaign. Vienna officials acknowledged eavesdropping as a reality of diplomacy.
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Lead in children's jewelry linked to brain damage risk
A UNC Asheville study finds bracelets rings and necklaces from major retailers contain lead levels that can cause minor neurological damage with only 20 seconds of daily contact, exceeding federal limits in children under 3. Some chains have started reducing lead while industry voices diverge on alarm.
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Rick Maas
Uncasheville Environmental Sciences
Consumer Product Safety Commission
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