Barbara Bush hospitalised in Houston for respiratory issue
Barbara Bush, 88, was admitted to Methodist Hospital in Houston for an apparent respiratory related issue. George H W Bush's office said she is in great spirits and receiving excellent care. Updates will follow if warranted.
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Final 3 Uighur prisoners moved to Slovakia
The United States moved three Uighur detainees from Guantanamo Bay to Slovakia, the last of their ethnic group held there after a decade in custody. Their release faced legal fights and delays as countries considered asylum. 155 detainees remain at Guantanamo.
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Vitamin E slows decline in mild Alzheimer's study
A JAMA study finds high dose vitamin E over about two years delays functional decline in mild to moderate Alzheimer's by around 6.2 months compared with placebo. Lead author Maurice Dysken says the finding supports considering vitamin E in early treatment, with no new safety issues observed.
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Putin vows to annihilate terrorists after Volgograd bombings
President Vladimir Putin pledged to fight terrorists until their complete annihilation after two deadly Volgograd bombings that killed 34 people. Police conducted sweeps with no clear link to the attacks, while mourners and residents expressed fear ahead of the Sochi Olympics.
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South Sudan rebels and government to hold peace talks in Addis Ababa
South Sudan's government and rebels prepare for cease-fire talks in Addis Ababa aimed at ending weeks of ethnic violence. Mediators note a fragile truce after fighting in Bor has displaced nearly 200,000 people and raised fears of a wider civil war.
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Boy Scouts Of America allows openly gay scouts
The Boy Scouts of America will permit openly gay scouts starting today, drawing conservative dissent and criticism from rights groups. Major sponsors like Lockheed Martin paused donations. a few members left while most remain loyal.
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Gates
Barack Obama
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Bethesda
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