Ass of Israel's Likud Hit by Stairwell Protest
Police found five men in the stairwell of Likud headquarters in Jerusalem with Hebrew signs reading Even Asses Understand It's Time to Change the Government. The slogan echoes Labor's call for change ahead of the June 23 general election.
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Ukraine mine disaster leaves dozens dead in Krasnodon pit
A blast at the Sukhodolskaya-Vostochnaya coal mine near Krasnodon caused carbon monoxide buildup and a fire, killing at least 43 miners and injuring many while rescuers worked at the surface. Officials say 24 workers were hospitalized with many still missing.
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Ottawa to push unilateral talks if no deal today
Health Minister Benoit Bou chard signals Ottawa will proceed alone if constitutional negotiators fail to forge a package. He says Quebec MPs will be key in shaping any offer and that a national vote or Parliament approval could follow.
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UN relief convoy sails from Belgrade to Sarajevo in crisis
A 25 truck UN relief convoy left Belgrade at dawn headed for war torn Sarajevo where 300000 residents are trapped and face hunger. Shelling continues as a UN team led by Brig Gen Lewis MacKenzie seeks to open Sarajevo airport for aid and plans for possible Canadian participation are discussed.
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Alberta's NovAtel linked to $20 million U.S. loan drama
Liberal Leader Laurence Decore accuses Alberta's NovAtel Communications of funding General Cellular Corp. with about $19.5 million in working capital plus $55 million for cellular systems. He cites bankruptcy papers showing the U S firm struggled weekly and questions other similar cases. Stewart denies full knowledge of the loan.
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MLA backbencher abducted after midnight in Winnipeg
Winnipeg police probe abduction of Conservative MLA Marcel Laurendeau after he left a legislature meeting. He was locked in the car trunk but not robbed and uninjured. Investigators seek witnesses and clarification on number of abductors and motives.
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GST return law ignored by thousands of businesses
Revenue Canada data show about 340000 of 1.7 million GST registrants have not filed returns. Bob Quinn notes only one GST charge has been laid in 18 months amid a government court fight. Bruce Ryder of Nanaimo challenges constitutional authority while experts say federal taxing power is broad.
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