Crocodile chases surfers at remote Northern Territory beach
A 10 to 13 foot saltwater crocodile chased surfers for about 30 minutes at Yirrkala in Australia's Northern Territory. Witness Jamie Dentith, 18, described the animal surfacing near a board and beachgoers later reporting the croc returning four times. He and others moved to shore as the crocodile retreated, with one dog reportedly killed by a crocodile on the same beach.
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European Latin summit eyes new ties to curb U S sway
European and Latin American leaders meet in Rio to forge a strategic partnership and a Europe Latin America free trade zone. Discussions focus on EU Mercosur talks, capital controls, and balancing U S influence with new trade, investment, and cooperation. EU investment in Latin America rose to 17 billion with exports at 52.4 billion in 1997.
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Chile
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Rio de Janeiro
Netanyahu hails strikes as success in Lebanon action
Netanyahu told his Cabinet that Israel's heavy strikes against Lebanon were a success because Lebanon and Syria appeared to absorb the message. The raids killed nine people, wounded 57, and hit power stations, bridges, and buildings after Hezbollah rocket fire. The premier warned of further painful strikes if northern settlements were attacked.
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Syria demands full Golan return in peace talks with Israel
Syria reiterated it cannot make peace with Israel without the complete return of the Golan Heights, while Ehud Barak’s election raises hopes for resumed talks. Iran’s foreign minister met Syria’s to discuss the Middle East process, condemning Israeli strikes and backing Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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Vatican Book Sparks Sales After Objections and Ban Decree
A Vatican tribunal orders one alleged author to pull Gone with the Wind in the Vatican from shelves. The 288 page exposé portrays prelates as power hungry and the book has surged in sales as readers seek insider gossip about the Vatican, its Curia, and officials like Cardinal Achille Silvestrini.
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