Life raft falls from Virgin Atlantic 747 near Heathrow
A Boeing 747 with 326 aboard was forced to return to London after a life raft dropped off and landed in a tree near Heathrow. The crew turned back 3 1/2 hours into the New York flight after officials reported a panel dislodgement seen soon after takeoff. Virgin Atlantic cited a single life raft falling from the aircraft.
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Millionaire hostage released after ransom near Hamburg
Jan Philipp Reemtsma, 43, was freed unharmed near Hamburg after a month in captivity. Police pursued kidnappers who delivered a large ransom along a highway near the Dutch border. A $67,000 reward was offered as tips poured in from observers following a taped kidnapper voice.
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Pakistan bus bombing kills dozens near Eid al Adha
An explosion in Bhai Pheru eastern Pakistan ripped through a passenger bus packed for Eid al Adha, killing at least 40 and injuring 26, many critically. Police warned the toll could rise as recovery of charred bodies continued for hours.
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Haiti Aid Cut Deepens Crisis After Dole Block
The United States freezes most economic aid to Haiti under a Dole sponsored law, withholding about half of 85 million dollars this year until the Haitian government shows progress in investigations into killings of public figures. Public Security Secretary Manuel cites weak police capacity as a hurdle while President Preval faces an economy strained by embargoes, high unemployment, and stalled projects.
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