Fatal bombing outside Najaf shrine shocks Iraq
A passing by own action bomber blew himself up near Imam Ali mosque in Najaf, killing 35 and injuring 122 as he was patted down by a guard. A Sunni extremist group claimed responsibility, urging Shiites to fear for their regions. The attack also killed five civilians in north Baghdad and injured or killed others nationwide, marking the deadliest incident since July. Iran reported casualties among its citizens, highlighting regional reverberations amid sectarian tensions.
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Former POW in Iraq signs book deal in El Paso
Former prisoner of war in Iraq signs a book deal at her El Paso home with author Paul T. Brown. She plans to write about her experience and some fallen comrades in the memoir titled One Wrong Turn, scheduled for release next May by Cafina Books.
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Chavez Predicts Castro Recovery Amid Optimism
President Hugo Chavez said Fidel Castro is in a great battle for life but optimistic about recovery after a hospital stay. Chavez spoke in Anzoategui calling for prayers for Castro and joking he will reemerge to resume the presidency, amid communications that filled him with faith.
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U S envoy seeks release of blind activist Chen Guangcheng
A senior U S diplomat Ellen Sauerbrey said she appealed to Chinese officials on Thursday for the release of Chen Guangcheng a blind activist jailed after he documented village complaints about forced abortions. She reported no commitments from Beijing on the case. Chen from Shandong faced charges of illegal assembly and intent to damage property critics say were retaliation.
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Saomai Typhoon Hits China Kills Dozens Across Zhejiang
Typhoon Saomai, the strongest to strike China in five decades, caused loss of life across Zhejiang and Fujian with at least 83 confirmed dead and many missing. The storm, packing up to 135 mph winds, led to mass evacuations, ship losses, and widespread damage as it moved inland after paralyzing coastlines and triggering heavy rains. The event followed historic evacuations and earlier waves of destruction in the region and neighboring Philippines.
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Israel closes Gaza-Egypt border hours after opening
The Gaza-Egypt crossing was opened for two days to allow hundreds in Gaza to leave for treatment or work. Israel cited a high security alert linked to threats and warned the terminal would close. About 500 sick people sought crossing rights, while around 4,000 waited as Hamas allied militants had captured Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit, prompting the Gaza offensive.
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