NATO trucks cross into Afghanistan reopening Pakistan border
NATO supply convoys crossed into Afghanistan from Pakistan for the first time in over seven months, ending border closures after Washington apologized for a fatal airstrike that killed 24 Pakistani soldiers. The move eases U.S.-Pakistan tension, while Pakistan gains relief from frozen aid and dispute over transit fees.
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Arafat autopsy delayed amid poisoning debate
Swiss findings show elevated radioactive traces on Arafat belongings reviving poisoning theories. Abbas agrees to autopsy in principle but seeks family consent and expert briefings in Europe before any move. Al Kidwa questions need for autopsy while Israel denies involvement and Abbas weighs next steps.
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Fireworks Flop Delivers 20 Seconds of Chaos in San Diego
A computer glitch caused tens of thousands of fireworks on four barges to detonate simultaneously above the bay during the Big Bay Boom show. No injuries reported as spectators watched in shock while Garden State Fireworks apologized and pledged to investigate. Sponsors and the Port of San Diego funded the event, with about 2 million YouTube views afterward and remaining funds set to aid military families.
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House panel outlines farm bill with 3.5 billion yearly cuts
The Agriculture Committee proposes a long term farm and food bill cutting about 3.5 billion annually with 1.6 billion from food stamp spending. The plan faces major contest as Republicans seek deeper SNAP cuts while Democrats resist, noting SNAP serves about 46 million Americans. Allentown and Milan stories follow.
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