Coast Guard flags intelligence gaps over DP World port deal
Broad gaps in US intelligence raised concerns that a Dubai based DP World stake in six US port ops could aid terrorist efforts. The Coast Guard said questions were addressed after a 45 day review agreed by the Bush administration, with DP World noting probes were serious but resolved. Senate Homeland Security Chair Susan Collins released an unclassified excerpt detailing the worries.
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Barber's fortunes mirror Baghdad's high and lows
In Baghdad the Al Sharaa barbershop near Firdous Square embodies Iraq's shift from hopeful post invasion days to renewed insecurity after a Shiite mosque bombing. Owner Sad dam Hussein notes the violence fueling dismissive apathy as residents desire to flee. The scene recalls the 2003 statue veneration turning to current turmoil.
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Baghdad Barber Shop Echoes of War Amid Changing City
The piece recalls al-Sharaa's Baghdad barber shop once bustling with U.S. troops and elites now slowed by insurgency. It notes violence across Iraq, the mood shift, and residents arming themselves as watchtowers rise and neighborhoods tighten.
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Red Cross warned years before Katrina of governance rifts
Senate documents show the American Red Cross faced internal disputes long before Katrina. Email warnings in 2001 urged leaders to resolve board friction after 9 11 fundraising issues. Four years later Katrina spurred CEO resignation amid donations scrutiny as Grassley calls for real reform.
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IAEA warns Iran aims to expand uranium enrichment program
The IAEA reports Iran plans to set up thousands of enriching centrifuges this year amid negotiations with Russia. It says cooperation must improve to confirm past activities not aimed at weapons. President Ahmadinejad backs a Middle East nuclear free zone and urges disarmament by the U.S. and Russia.
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Prisoners halt violence at Kabul main jail
Rebellious inmates at Policharki prison agreed to stop rioting after two days amid water food and electricity being restored. About 2 000 prisoners including women and children faced disruption while authorities blamed a faction of 350 Taliban and al Qaeda detainees for the violence. Officials expressed cautious optimism as security forces gradually pulled back.
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