Calderon wins vote count in Mexico race as Obrador vows legal challenge
Felipe Calderon led with 15,000,284 votes or 35.89 percent after 4 million counted, while Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador claimed fraud and promised court challenges. Roberto Madrazo trailed, and Mexico’s Federal Electoral Tribunal must declare a president-elect by Sept. 6. Calderon seeks unity government amid a divided nation and wary U.S. ties.
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Israel presses Gaza offensive amid heavy clashes and rocket fire
Beit Lahiya and Beit Hanoun saw intensified fighting as Israeli helicopters tanks and aircraft pressed the offensive. Palestinian militants armed with AK 47s and RPGs battled, with at least 21 Palestinians and one Israeli soldier dead. Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh demanded international intervention while Interior Minister Said Siyyam urged a call to arms.
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UK deputy PM Prescott at center of Britain KU benefactor scandal
British Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott faces a consent scandal over accepting hospitality from KU alumnus and billionaire Philip Anschutz as he seeks to open a large casino in London. A standards inquiry is planned, with Prime Minister Blair to rule on potential code breaches.
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