Iraqi prime minister frees prisoners in reconciliation bid
Prime Minister Nouri al Maliki launches a mass release of detainees in Iraq. About 594 freed at Abu Ghraib and other sites, part of a plan to release 2,000 detainees in batches. Sunni leaders praise the move while fearing further arrests.
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Body of Iraqi farmer sent to Dover for forensic review
Hashim Ibrahim Awad, shot in al Hamdania, western Iraq, exhumed and sent to Dover Air Force Base for expedited forensic analysis. Investigators seek to determine range, angle of fire, and source of any slugs. Seven Marines and a Navy corpsman are held at Camp Pendleton as probes continue.
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Blood pressure drugs linked to birth defects in early pregnancy
A Tennessee study finds ACE inhibitors taken in the first trimester double the risk of major birth defects, especially heart and brain problems, while other blood pressure drugs show no increased risk. Doctors urge avoidance of ACE inhibitors in early pregnancy and safer alternatives. The FDA seeks more research but warns about dangers on its site.
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ACE inhibitors tied to birth defects in early pregnancy
A New England Journal of Medicine report found mothers using ACE inhibitors in the first trimester had more than double the risk of birth defects in their babies. The study notes links to other blood pressure drugs and varying defect rates.
Bilbray Narrow Win Calibrates GOP Confidence in California
Former representative Brian Bilbray won 49 percent in the California race to replace jailed Randy Cunningham, keeping a traditionally GOP district. Democrats led by Francine Busby garnered 45 percent, signaling limited momentum despite national signals. The result reassured Republicans about turnout power and candidate quality, while Democrats viewed it as a cautionary sign for November.
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