Tragedy in Iraq raises questions about mission
U S led relief and security mission in northern Iraq faces scrutiny after a mistaken aircraft downing killed 26, including 15 Americans. The no fly zone has kept Iraqi jets out and 27 000 sorties flown. Critics warn stalled attention could reopen Gulf War tensions.
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Service honors shoot down victims in Iraq memorial
U S military officials head to Turkey to attend a memorial service for 26 people killed when two Army Black Hawk helicopters were shot down by U S Air Force jets north of Irbil Iraq. Names identified include Barbara Schell Laura Piper Jerry Thompson Richard Mulhern John Garrett Michael Hall Jeffrey Colbert and others family members confirm further identifications continue.
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Global rail revival gains pace worldwide
Washington based Worldwatch Institute says trains are rebounding globally under policies prioritizing rail over highways, cars, and airports. The report notes Germany's shift to rail upgrades to 2010, China's 20 billion plan trimmed, and a 12 nation pact to link European cities with 18 000 miles of high speed lines.
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Icy data may yield clues about moon
Los Angeles AP reports scientists study signals from the Clementine spacecraft beamed into a vast crater at the lunar South Pole. They speculate deep, sunless craters may house ice formed billions of years ago, helping explain the moon’s origins and offering clues about water.
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