Ethiopia Eritrea renew border war on three fronts
The two year conflict flared anew as Ethiopia and Eritrea returned to open war on Friday with fighting reported on three fronts. U N Secretary General Kofi Annan warned of a brutal war and urged peace while Addis Ababa and Asmara issued divergent statements on details. The frontier, a 620 mile stretch with valuable land, saw both sides confirm hostilities amid international pleas.
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Hospital executive resigns over skin bone payments to tissue banks
Robert Hoffmann, 58, headed UW Hospital organ procurement for 25 years in Madison. He admitted taking more than 86000 dollars after taxes since 1997 for sending human skin and bone to two tissue banks, prompting his resignation amid a larger $500 million industry. Fourteen of the medals will be awarded posthumously.
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Sierra Leone peace hopes dim as refugees flood Freetown
In Freetown Sierra Leone more peacekeepers arrive to deter a rebel offensive as up to 30,000 refugees seek safety from guerrilla attacks. Jordanian troops reinforce the beleaguered force while President Kabbah honors 19 victims of Monday's demonstrations, condemning rebel actions.
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KU alumnus Peter Gunn actor Craig Stevens dies at 81
Craig Stevens formerly known as Gail Shikles Jr. and famed for playing Peter Gunn in the 1958 TV series died of cancer at 81. Born in Liberty Missouri, he started at KU then moved to Hollywood, starring in films such as Humoresque and Since You Went Away before conquering TV with Peter Gunn.
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FBI computer woes halt nationwide gun sales
FBI computer failure halted all gun background checks across the United States delaying purchases. The Interstate Identification Index 36 million criminal histories system outage affected IAFIS and NICS functions, with state and federal agencies racing to restore service. Dealers reported customers waiting as checks stalled. officials stressed no external attack.
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Practice scenes shot in Boston for The Practice finale
Cast members toured Boston to capture the city’s vibe for the season finale Life Sentence focusing on Lindsay Dole and Bobby Donnell's wedding. Production scheduled a night taping in the city with location kept under wraps.
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