Thatcher retires from public stage after strokes in Britain
London AP Margaret Thatcher the former prime minister known as the Iron Lady is retiring from public life after a series of small strokes. She rests at home in London and canceled a speaking engagement citing medical advice to reduce strain from public appearances.
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Swiss study finds Swiss policy aided Holocaust amid refugee denials
A five year study funded by the Swiss government concludes Swiss authorities knowingly aided Nazi persecution by turning Jewish refugees away. Led by historian Jean Francois Bergier the panel cites harsh denials yet some admissions, costing about 13 million dollars and producing 26 volumes.
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U.S. closes Bosnia Embassy After Threat
U.S. officials in Sarajevo halt all embassy operations after a fresh terrorist threat. The closure follows police raids on an Islamic charity, an espionage suspect arrest, and seizures of false passports, weapons, and bomb making plans. Officials said they will reopen when appropriate.
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