Police clash with Shiite protesters in central Pakistan
In Lahore central Punjab police and Shiite demonstrators exchanged fire after police used tear gas to disperse protests over the killings of three Shiites. One person died and several were wounded, including six officers, as authorities report stone throwing and burning tires on the main northbound road. Police say about 200 religious activists from rival groups were rounded up this week.
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London commuter train crash kills at least one
A rush hour collision near Watford Junction Hertfordshire between an empty train and a loaded four car train from Euston left at least one confirmed death with around 100 walking wounded and many trapped. Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Ambulance Service said injuries were mainly head and arm cuts and bruises as crews worked on scene.
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Berlin Slayings Highlight Vietnmese Cigarette War
Police recovered a 35 year old Vietnamese man’s body in Berlin as part of a turf war among cigarette smugglers. Police say the violent rivalry has killed at least 40 Vietnamese this year across Europe. Smuggling rings sell cigarettes at about half the legal price of 3.30 dollars, with a few Vietnamese gangs dominating street sales in Germany.
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Protestant parade threatens peace in Northern Ireland
In Londonderry clashes loom as the Apprentice Boys plan a wall top parade to honor a siege era myth amid Catholic fears of Protestant dominance. Catholics vow to block the wall route near Bogside as police and troops remain on alert after years of sectarian strife.
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United Airlines resumes Caracas service after aviation standoff
United Airlines resumes Caracas flights after U S and Venezuelan aviation authorities impose reciprocal disruptions. Dozens of U S bound travelers stay overnight at Simon Bolivar International Airport while tensions flare over inspections and countermeasures. Miami teacher Jose Perdomo appeals for a safe return as officials cite reciprocity in response.
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