Bombings in Iraq kill at least 36 and US toll rises
Bombings across Iraq killed at least 36 people including 25 in western Baghdad. Separately six U.S. soldiers died, pushing the American toll to 2,978 since March 2003, as three more soldiers fell near Baghdad.
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Pope calls for end to wars on Christmas Day
Pope Benedict XVI urged global peace in his Urbi et Orbi address from St. Peter's on Christmas Day. He prayed for Syria and Lebanon to end bloodshed, called for renewed dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians, and expressed hope for a Holy Land pilgrimage when possible. He referenced crises in Iraq, Africa, and Sri Lanka as he spoke to a worldwide audience.
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Iraqi court upholds Saddam death sentence on appeal
An Iraqi appeals court has affirmed the death penalty for Saddam Hussein after his 1982 killings trial. The verdict awaits ratification by President Talabani and two vice presidents, then execution could occur within 30 days. Spokesman Raed Juhi said the ruling will be carried out by law even if ratification fails.
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Becketts Bridge Luck In Bridge Notrump Tale
A team match deal shows misbid misreadings and a dramatic six notrump slam. South misinterprets Norths six clubs prompting a six diamonds bid, North saves with six notrump, spade lead, and a 1440 point slam while at the other table three notrump loses 100 points. The moral: six notrump is easier than three.
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Sudoku concept advances this week with daily difficulty
The next edition introduces a number placing puzzle on a 9x9 grid. Players must fill empty squares with digits 1 to 9 so each row column and 3x3 box contains each number once. The concept notes difficulty rising from Monday to Tuesday.
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