Cholera outbreak in Haiti shows signs of easing
Official reports indicate the cholera outbreak in rural Haiti is easing after claiming over 250 lives, though experts warn the disease fight is not over. Aid groups and government teams race to purify water and educate survivors in Port au Prince and camps after the January earthquake left a million people in dire conditions. Health Minister Gabriel Timothee says the worst part is over but a new spike remains possible.
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Quake off Sumatra Triggers Tsunami Warning
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck off western Sumatra late Monday at a depth of 13 miles, briefly triggering a tsunami warning as thousands fled to high ground. No damage or casualties were immediately reported. Bengkulu and West Sumatra towns and Mentawai islands were jolted.
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Washington probes energy drinks after freshman hospitalizations
Nine freshmen were hospitalized after consuming caffeinated malt liquor Four Lako at an off campus party near Roslyn. Washington state Attorney General Rob McKenna urged a ban while the FDA reviews safety. states and universities weigh limits amid high blood alcohol readings up to 0.35 percent.
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Castellammare di Stabia Bans Games in Parks and Skimpy Clothes
The southern seaside town Castellammare di Stabia approved a ban on football games in public parks and squares along with a prohibition on very skimpy outfits. Mayor Luigi Bobbio said miniskirts will be allowed if not too revealing, with enforcement by police.
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Obama Hones Last Push Amid Tight Midterm Forecast
President Obama heads into a final campaign week as Democrats eye losses in the House and Senate. In Rhode Island he steers clear of endorsing the gubernatorial candidate, drawing criticism from Caprio. He touts tax cuts while fundraising for candidates and cites a $500,000 haul to back Democrats and DCCC efforts.
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WikiLeaks logs test Obama policy pledges in Iraq
Leaked U.S. records show detainees treated by Iraqi forces despite Obama pledges to end harsh interrogation. Reports indicate U.S. troops handed over suspects for Iraqi detention and abuse while Washington highlighted human rights training and accountability.
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Bedbugs scare away tourists as New York spots report sightings
Bedbugs have been found in high profile NYC locations including Bloomingdale’s Empire State Building and Lincoln Center driving travel warnings. Officials fear impact on tourism and the city’s image as sightings rise nationwide amid pesticide bans and increased travel.
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Journal World contact and delivery guarantee details
The notice provides contact numbers for delivery issues and redelivery in Lawrence Kansas. It lists office and newsroom addresses at 609 N H and 645 N H, a main phone number 785 843 1000, an alternate 800 578 8748, and a guarantee of in town redelivery on the same day if papers are not received.
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