Israel allows Palestinians with foreign passports to flee Gaza
Several hundred Palestinians with foreign passports crossed into Israel at the Erez crossing amid Israeli airstrikes on Gaza. Refugees spoke of water and medicine shortages as U.N. warned of a deepening humanitarian crisis. US and French leaders urged a cease-fire while Hamas warned of a potential ground invasion.
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Fatal blast at tribal lunch in Youssifiyah kills many
A suicide bomber struck a luncheon at a tribal leader's home in Youssifiyah near Baghdad killing at least 23 and wounding dozens. Reports vary with 23 to 30 dead and 32 to 110 injured as Iraqi forces assume control amid a tense security transition.
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Milk scare hits adoptive families seeking safety answers
Los Angeles nurse Beth Flanders, awaiting adoption of a 17 month old from China, learned tainted formula with melamine may cause kidney stones. Parents seek medical testing for exposed infants as doctors weigh uncertain risks while China reports infant deaths and widespread urinary problems.
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Pakistan Reopens Key Supply Route to Afghanistan
Pakistan restored the main convoy path for U S and NATO forces through the Khyber Pass after a three day blockade tied to an operation against militants blamed for attacks on convoys. The move comes as U S plans to deploy up to 30 000 more troops to Afghanistan raise the importance of secure Pakistan routes delivering fuel food and goods.
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San Francisco Tiger Attack Survivor Faces $75 000 Medical Reimbursement
City tax officials file a federal lien seeking more than 75 000 from Kulbir Dhaliwal for medical treatment after the 2007 tiger mauling at the San Francisco Zoo. Dhaliwal 23 underwent knee surgery following deep cuts and bites from the Christmas Day incident.
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Water samples exceed limits from Kingston spill foes
EPA data show total arsenic levels in one sample at 149 times the maximum near the Kingston Steam Plant site. A retention pond burst last month, releasing over a billion gallons of sludge, raising environmental concerns nationwide.
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