Afghan official shot dead as gunmen ambush vehicle in Kabul
Afghan official Qadir and his driver were killed when two gunmen opened fire on his car as it left his office. Two suspects detained at a Kabul checkpoint and Karzai urged foreign help if local probes stall. Qadir’s body flown to Nangarhar after a prayer attended by thousands. The attack, unclaimed, is seen as destabilizing amid Nangarhar’s wealth and opium trade. U.S. lawmakers urged broader security roles in Afghanistan.
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Walkin snakehead fish invade near Washington area
Reports from Crofton Maryland describe ambulatory Channa argus argus snaking toward Washington from a pond behind a shopping center. Officials warn the aggressive species could threaten local waters, while cooks imagine possible Indian Chinese and Thai inspired uses.
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Daschle Blames Bush Over Corporate Scandals and Ethics
Senate Democratic leader Daschle accuses President Bush of fostering a permissive climate that aided corporate scandals. He cites the Harken Energy stock sale and SEC delay, while the White House defends the SEC and points to ongoing investigations at Halliburton linked to Dick Cheney.
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Peltier supporters hail release of FBI documents
Peltier supporters welcomed new FBI material while noting thousands of pages remain unseen. Moynihan called the release historic and said redactions hinder full assessment of alleged FBI misconduct. FBI spokesman Berry claimed nothing is hidden and directed questions to Minneapolis. A forum is set for July 20 at Plymouth Church, featuring attorneys and researchers. Peltier also faces an interim parole hearing on Tuesday at Leavenworth.
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