Think Tank Warns of Obstacles to Sustainable Bio Fuels
The International Institute for Environment and Development warns that expanding biofuel production from beets and sugar cane could backfire without global trade rules and regulations. Annie Dufey notes the absence of a multilateral framework on biofuels as industrial or agricultural goods and urges coherence ahead of the European Renewable Energy Policy Conference in Belgium.
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Man dies after electric wheelchair fire in Lancaster
Harold Jump, 63, died after his electric wheelchair caught fire in Lancaster. He suffered burns over more than 75 percent of his body and could not escape. County coroner spokesman Craig Harvey said he died at a Los Angeles area hospital Wednesday. Fire officials noted the motor likely started the blaze and a neighbor's screams prompted a 911 call around 7 30 p.m. Tuesday.
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Buffet Comp Confusion Sparks Jackpot Error Claim
Stephen Wilkinson, playing a slot machine at a Bensalem casino, reportedly won $102,000 in a power play jackpot but officials said the message was sent in error. The incident centers on casino communications and whether the reward was legitimate.
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Beirut clashes spark Lebanon curfew after deadly fighting
In Beirut supporters of the government and Hezbollah clashed in a third day of violence, cars burned and streets turned chaotic. The army imposed Lebanon's first curfew since 1996 as casualties rose and donors pledged 7.6 billion dollars in Paris to back Prime Minister Saniora's government amid calls for calm.
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State leaders clash with Sprint over Texas margin fee
Texas lawmakers probe Sprint 1 percent Texas Margin Fee Reimbursement on cell bills amid claims of overcharging and potential illegality. Sprint argues the surcharge covers compliance costs and may be offset by taxes. Analysts debate whether the fee is a tax or surcharge and seek authority to block it. Leaders from Comptroller Susan Combs and Lt. Governor Dewhurst weigh in.
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Woman defends husband from attacking mountain lion in state park
In Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park California wildlife officials credit Nell Hamm with saving her husband Jim Hamm by striking the lion with a log. Jim was mauled with a torn scalp and puncture wounds as the couple planned their 50th wedding anniversary.
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