TB treatment hailed as way to curb world killer spread
WHO officials report DOTS strategy reduced TB spread and deaths but Eastern Europe and Russia face rising cases after 1991 collapse. Prisons show alarmingly high rates. experts warn Europe on verge of new crisis without widespread DOTS adoption and daily supervision of drug regimens.
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Israeli Supreme Court Allows East Jerusalem Construction
Israel's Supreme Court refused to halt a Jewish neighborhood project in disputed east Jerusalem. Work continued for a second day as bulldozers moved on the hillside under guard. A Palestinian official accused negotiations with bulldozers, while Netanyahu said no peace deal justifies ceding Jerusalem. A march remained peaceful despite warnings, and Hamas urged attacks from Amman. Syrian-based groups called for uprising.
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Zaire's PM ousted claims spark confusion in Kinshasa
Zaire's state radio announced the prime minister's ouster contradicting official lines while newspapers in Kinshasa questioned if Leon Kengo wa Dondo remains in power. The Voice of Zaire claimed a no confidence vote toppled him for incompetence amid civil war. Rebels led by Laurent Kabila control eastern regions and agreed a week long cease fire near Kisangani to permit fleeing residents to return.
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Afghan depot blast kills and wounds dozens near Jalalabad
An explosion at an ammunition depot near Jalalabad, Afghanistan, lit a blaze over a residential area. The Red Cross reports 16 dead and 200 injured with fears of more bodies as rescue workers dodge live ordnance. In Peshawar, officials estimate up to 50 dead.
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The Credit Union Difference Explained
A not for profit member owned cooperative with democratic control. Members elect a volunteer board to set policies while management implements them. Profits are shared equally after reserves, yielding good loan rates, competitive savings, or new services.
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