Sudan apologizes to Rice in Khartoum visit
Sudanese security officers rough up members of Condoleezza Rice entourage delaying a 90 minute meeting. Rice demanded a personal apology from Sudan's foreign minister who complied. No pledge to lift sanctions or remove Sudan from state sponsor list. Rice toured a vast Darfur refugee camp as guards obstructed entry and blocked aid officials.
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Gunmen abduct Algerian diplomats in Baghdad
Gunmen seized two Algerian diplomats in Baghdad on Thursday, including Algeria’s top envoy to Iraq. The abduction follows a wave targeting Muslim diplomats across Baghdad in less than three weeks, with fears of increased danger to foreign representatives.
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Trade shift sparks debate on currency reform and effects
John Engler, president of the National Association of Manufacturers, argues currency revaluation could begin correcting huge trade imbalances. AFL-CIO leader Richard Trumka counters that a 2 percent revaluation under 40 percent yuan undervaluation means little. Economists warn of potential inflationary effects as Asia-sourced goods rise. Consumers may feel early impact in toy prices as 75 percent of toys sold in the United States come from Asia.
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MCH faces criticism over building plan and cancer care funding
Western National Bank President Wood says MCH underestimates costs and that the plan amounts to a real estate deal with low return for the hospital district. Boutin recalls two cancer treatment options in Odessa and urges unity to fund cancer care over construction. MCH CEO Webster defends the decision, blaming personal interests and praising the board’s community service.
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London Tube Attacks Prompt Mixed Reactions From Professors
Professors reflect on the London attacks noting routine travel and disrupted routes. Sophia Andres reports avoiding subways while continuing field research. One professor cites expletives and discussion of a potential coordinated pattern.
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