Prince Harry pulled from Afghan combat zone
Britain confirms Prince Harry is evacuated from Afghanistan after media coverage and security concerns aroused by the Drudge Report. The Ministry of Defense says deployment risks to troops and Harry prompted the withdrawal, ending his 10 week service in Helmand province.
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Taliban drug trade fuels insurgency in Afghanistan report
A State Department analysis links illegal opium production in Afghanistan to Taliban funding and weapons, urging prompt action against poppy growers. Afghan poppy cultivation reached record levels in 2007, accounting for 93 percent of world supply and about $4 billion in the illegal market, with GDP at $11.5 billion.
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Robotic dog ties with real dog in easing nursing home loneliness
A Saint Louis University study found that a robotic dog AIBO and a trained therapy dog Sparky were similarly effective at reducing loneliness and fostering attachment among nursing home residents in St Louis. Residents formed bonds with both, with Sparky socializing quicker.
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Body of former model Katoucha Niane found in Seine River
Katoucha Niane, known as Katoucha, a pioneering African model and anti female genital mutilation advocate, was found dead in the Seine near Paris after missing since January. Autopsy found no foul play. investigators consider accidental drowning possible. She lived on a houseboat near the Alexandre III bridge and had a high-profile fashion career with Yves Saint Laurent and others.
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Memoir author admits Holocaust tale a fabrication
Belgian writer Misha Defonseca living in Massachusetts acknowledged through her lawyers that her book Misha A Memoire of the Holocaust Years is a fabrication. She said the story is her personal fantasy not actual events and asked forgiveness for the betrayal of readers.
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Rowling says fan betrayal taints Potter universe trust
J K Rowling files suit in Manhattan alleging betrayal by Steven Vander Ark over attempts to publish an unauthorized reference work Harry Potter Lexicon. She notes Ark and RDR Books pressed on despite her stance on fan sites and free content.
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Winehouse Cleared by Police in Court Interference Case
Amy Winehouse is no longer under police investigation for allegedly attempting to interfere with a court case involving her husband. The 24 year old singer was previously arrested in December and released on bail and told to return for further questioning. Police said prosecutors planned no further action against the 24 year old arrested in December.
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Birthday tributes for actors and singers today
Actor Robert Clary, Ron Howard and Alan Thicke are among the birthday honorees. Singers Harry Belafonte, Mike D Abo and Roger Daltrey also celebrate milestone dates in today’s lineup.
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Sheryl Crow Embraces Fearlessness for New Album
The Gazette reports Sheryl Crow saying she wants to experience life and remain fearless. The Sunday Parade feature highlights her mindset around creativity and personal growth alongside her baby boy and upcoming album.
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