Rescue efforts continue after Ehime Maru sinks near Pearl Harbor
U.S. and Japanese crews search the 180-foot Ehime Maru after it was struck and sank 15 miles southeast of Pearl Harbor. Ninety four survivors, including two teachers and thirteen Uwajima High School students, were rescued. nine remain missing. The incident prompted NTSB involvement and U.S. apologies for the militaries actions.
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Israel rejects U.N. rights probe amid Gaza west bank clashes
Israel will not cooperate with a U.N. human rights mission arriving to examine Palestinian areas. The team led by Richard Falk and John Dugard plans West Bank and Jerusalem visits despite heavy fighting around Bethlehem and border incidents near Gaza. No injuries were reported.
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