Activists urge U N to lead relief for North Korean refugees
Tokyo delegates urged the United Nations to spearhead cross border relief for North Korean refugees in China and Russia. They pressed Beijing to recognize refugees and allow independent aid groups, citing hunger and fear on the China border and potential deportation.
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Oil spill cleanup begins off New Zealand coast
A Japanese owned ship the Jody F Millennium grounded off Gisborne and spilled 198 tons of heavy fuel oil. Salvage teams pumped about one third of the oil into storage tanks and shoreline cleanup has started as anti pollution booms limit spill. A tug will assist to stabilize the vessel while fuel is transferred to a navy tanker.
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Britons honor Princess Margaret at St James Palace
Britons gathered at St James's Palace to sign condolence books for Princess Margaret and leave messages on the royal web site. Prime Minister Blair praised her duty and family leaders mourned alongside the public as her coffin rested at Kensington Palace before a private funeral at Windsor's St George's Chapel.
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