Iran to conduct largest ever war games near Qom
Iran will mobilize about 150000 troops from the army and air force for a two day exercise described as the nation’s largest ever. General officers said the maneuvers aim to strike fear into enemies, with roughly a dozen infantry and armored divisions six brigades and many jets and helicopters taking part starting near Qom on Thursday.
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New desert oasis fish named murgundas found
A new three inch pur ple spotted gudgeon called murgundas was discovered in desert oases in the Outback. Researchers from the South Australian Research and Development Institute report skin cancers in many specimens, linking the issue to a thinning ozone layer. The species has inhabited shallow oasis waters for millions of years, with discoveries only in the last five years.
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Tokyo labor minister urges anti harassment guidelines abroad and at home
The labor minister urged Japanese firms to prevent sexual harassment at overseas operations and said domestic guidelines will be drafted soon though not enacted into law. He cited definitional challenges and morality as reasons. Women win right to wear pants: Lippo Securities rescinds ban on trousers after outcry. The board met to reverse a move criticized by advocates and the Labor Department as unlawful for wage docking.
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Russian harvest set to rebound after slump
ITAR-Tass reports the Russian harvest will rise this year with an anticipated 82.5 to 85.8 million short tons of grain. Last year yielded about 73.7 million short tons, marking the worst crop in 30 years since 1965.
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Sphinx Predictions Spark Egyptian Controversy
Kyoto University scholar Chikaosa Tanimoto warns the Sphinx could crumble in 200 years due to erosion and pollution, drawing sharp rebuke from Egyptologists led by Zahi Hawass who call the claims nonsense. He cites 40 visits since 1992 and notes ongoing wear on the chest, while Cairo’s growth accelerates erosion near the monuments.
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Sinn Fein seeks inclusion in peace talks amid IRA attacks
Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams pressed for admission to the British Irish peace talks even if the IRA sustains attacks, arguing the party is armed only with votes. He urged that any mandate be respected and talks held with all sides, as May 30 elections loom in Northern Ireland. Ulster Unionist leader David Trimble warned Prime Minister John Major to demand a renewed IRA cease-fire and disarmament or risk Unionist support.
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