North Korea vows retaliation after talks on family reunions fail
North Korea warned of merciless retaliation over South Korea provocations after bilateral talks ended without progress on North South family reunions. The KCNA quoted a newspaper editorial linking the warning to a recent naval clash in Yellow Sea waters, as a delegation briefed on next Thursday’s meeting.
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Taiwan cram camps push teens toward top colleges
In Taipei a monthlong devils camp trains new high school graduates to cram three years of study into 14 hour days six days a week. Camp operators warn reforms emphasize thinking over memorization while parents seek prestige through elite universities and strong job prospects.
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Belgium closes 68 pig farms over dioxin scare
Belgium acts to shut 68 pig farms in Flanders amid dioxin contamination fears from tainted animal feed. Total off limits risen toward 670 firms as authorities trace the source to feed fat producers Verkest and Fogra. EU opens legal action over delayed warning to the bloc.
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Stonewall Riots anniversary marked by Pride parades
On the thirtieth anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, parades erupted in Manhattan and other cities with floats, gospel singers, AIDS activists, and a lip synced tribute as Giuliani joined a gay Republican group amid mixed reactions. Act Up interrupted the San Francisco march, while critics urged more focus on AIDS and public health.
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