Iran secret multimillion arms buildup targets Persian Gulf power
Los Angeles Times reports Iran is pursuing a multibillion-dollar weapons buildup via secret deals with Russia, North Korea and others. The program includes SU-24s, MiG-29s, T-72 tanks, missiles, artillery, and nuclear research, aiming to balance Iraq and project dominance in the region.\u00a0U.S. officials warn of risks and note arms flow from Russia, with sales occurring at governmental and dealer levels.
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FDA seeks halt to silicone gel breast implants
The FDA urged surgeons to stop using silicone gel breast implants while it reviews new safety data. It stopped short of a ban, plans an advisory panel within 45 days, and noted about 150,000 women receive implants annually, with devices on the market for over 30 years.
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Arsenic Containers Missing After Baltimore Freight Loss
The Coast Guard searches 65 miles off the Atlantic for four cargo containers of arsenic trioxide from the Santa Clara I after a storm tore away 21 containers, including the arsenic drums. The discharge left 21 containers overboard and prompted ongoing rescue and containment efforts.
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Candy cigarettes linked to later smoking among children
A Chicago study finds children who buy candy cigarettes are more likely to smoke real cigarettes later. The researchers surveyed 195 seventh graders and spoke with 25 younger children, noting that repeat candy cigarette buyers, including children of non-smokers, showed higher odds of trying real cigarettes. They urge banning candy cigarettes to curb presmoking messaging.
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Pro-Gamsakhurdia rally blasted by troops in Tbilisi clash
Thousands rallied for deposed leader Zviad Gamsakhurdia as loyal troops opened fire in central Tbilisi. Several wounded as masked gunmen blocked streets, sparked panic, and forced journalists to surrender video footage amid ongoing political turmoil after Gamsakhurdia fled Parliament.
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North Korea to sign safeguards as South cancels drills
North Korea announced it would sign a nuclear safeguards agreement with the IAEA, prompting South Korea to cancel this year’s Team Spirit exercises with the United States. The move follows a December accord toward removing nuclear weapons on the peninsula and heightens hopes for fewer tensions on the divided Korea.
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