Mexico City Emerges As Major Narcotics Hub
A federal report for Mexico's attorney general's office, published in El Universal, says Mexico City now has the highest demand for illicit drugs and acts as a central base for seven large smuggling gangs. The six boroughs noted include some of the city's most violent areas. The AG's spokesman confirmed the report but did not release a copy.
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Mandela's ex-wife convicted of fraud in SA case
Winnie Madikizela Mandela and her adviser Addy Moolman were found guilty of theft and fraud totaling $120,000 tied to the ANC Women’s League. The 64 year old ex wife of Nelson Mandela faces up to 15 years. sentencing set for today as both defendants remain on bail.
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Tanker Daqing 767 sinks after fog collision off Zhejiang
A Chinese fuel tanker carrying 1000 tons of petroleum sank after a collision in heavy fog with another ship off Wenzhou in Zhejiang. Of 18 aboard, 15 were rescued, three crew members remain missing. No oil leaks reported. crews work to pump oil from the sunken vessel. It was unclear if the other ship sustained damage.
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Sri Lankan peace talks postponed amid refugee resettlement dispute
Tamil Tiger negotiator S P Thamilselvan said resettling the 800000 displaced people must precede talks on development, halting a seventh round of peace discussions in Thailand. Government envoy Bernard Goonetilleke confirmed receipt of the letter but declined to comment. Rebels long pushed for refugee relief after a 19 year civil war.
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Kfar Saba bomber attack kills guard and wounds travelers
A Palestinian breakaway militia bomber blew himself at a Kfar Saba train station killing a security guard and wounding ten bystanders during morning rush hour. The attack underscores Abbas's security challenges amid a U.S. backed plan for Palestinian statehood and ongoing tensions with Arafat.
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FARC rebels strike hospital in Arauca killing two soldiers
In Fortal Colombia rebels entered a hospital and killed two soldiers receiving dental care and wounded another. The army accuses the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia of a war crime. President Uribe placed Arauca towns under special security powers until early May.
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