Sudan Relief Drops Aid as War Reshapes Hunger Struggle
A ten year old boy Majok Majok scavenges corn under a burning sun after a raid left his village scarred. The U N World Food Program began dropping 32 metric tons of food into southern Sudan to aid about 700000 facing severe shortages amid war politics. The government eased a ten month ban on Hercules C 130 planes allowing larger shipments though rain and rugged terrain complicate delivery. Operation Lifeline Sudan coordinates 35 aid groups amid a civil conflict where aid is often used as a weapon.
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Ex-KGB Agents Publish Global City Travel Guide
Seven former KGB agents author a 300 page Top Secret volume translating spy lore into tourist tips for Bangkok Cairo London Mexico City New York Paris and Rome. The book recounts incidents from the 1960s and presents playful espionage stories alongside travel guidance.
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Fifth Japanese Death Reported in Food Poisoning Spread
Food poisoning cases in Japan rose to Kyoto where a fifth death was confirmed on Monday. The outbreak expanded from Tokyo as officials traced the source and urged cautious consumption of suspect foods.
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World Reports of Attacks and Violence Across Regions
Reports describe 8200 nationwide victims from an unspecified incident. In Ecuador two sisters were whipped in public by locals. Police blocked. In Pakistan a bomb struck Lahore airport killing nine. Warships ferried troops to Mullaittivu to ends a five day siege with disputed base loss.
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Sri Lanka Assails Rebel Held Camp By Warship Assault
Sri Lankan warships carried soldiers toward an army base as rebels claimed capture. The clash began after a rebel advance and a mortar hail forced a naval maneuver toward the contested site near Colombo.
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