Gulf War exposure probe risks benefits for veterans
Washington officials and veterans advocates weigh potential VA aid if nerve gas exposure is proven in the Persian Gulf. Experts caution that linking low level exposure to Gulf War syndrome remains uncertain and no cure exists. VA states long term effects depend on significant early symptoms, with more research needed.
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Palestinian police drill amid tension over Hebron security
In Nablus, two dozen Palestinian riot officers in jeans and tees hurled stones at helmeted peers during a drill as Yasser Arafat seeks to reassure Israel over security forces amid stalled Hebron talks. Negotiators, including Dennis Ross, held fourth day of talks at the Erez crossing with little progress reported.
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Trapp Lodge bans hunting on 1100 acres near Stowe
Von Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe Vermont bans hunting on its adjacent 1100 acre block for safety concerns while another 1100 acres remain open to hunters. The von Trapp family executive cites perceived danger though no tourist fatalities are recalled.
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Mediterranean quake rattles region killing woman in Cyprus
A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck the Mediterranean near Paphos at 3:10 pm, killing an Egyptian in Cyprus as buildings swayed from Egypt to Israel and Crete. 21 Cypriots were injured and residents fled outdoors in fear. Emma Nicolaou in Nicosia described the ground as terrifying.
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First American troops withdraw from Bosnia
In Tuzla Bosnia Herzegovina US forces begin pulling back with about 200 soldiers and 100 vehicles leaving for Germany. The withdrawal marks the first step in reducing the NATO peace force as 5 000 soldiers from the 1st Infantry Division shift in to cover the armored division pullout ahead of local elections.
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