Iraq prime minister presses summit to save government
Iraq's prime minister seeks a political summit to bridge Sunni and Kurdish and Shiite power blocs amid a volatile crisis. The U.S. says it will press a nationwide operation against al-Qaida in Iraq and allied Shiite militias as four American soldiers are killed and the government teeters.
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Bridge Collapse in China Kills At Least Twenty Tourists
A central China bridge under construction in Hunan Province collapsed, killing at least 20 and leaving 39 missing. Sixty four rescued, 22 injured, as officials investigate causes. workers were largely local farmers. The bridge was a planned tourist centerpiece slated to open in August.
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Freshmen mentors guide CCHS orientation turnout informs insights
At CCHS orientation 55 volunteers mentored and organized the event, with a sense the figure signals freshman year toughness. Veterans recall fear, while seniors note gaps between what is told and what new students seek, emphasizing social fit and school life tips.
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Gov Blagojevich faces veto, budget choices loom
Gov. Blagojevich could veto the budget or watch a potential override unfold as he negotiates a split deadline. House Speaker Michael Madigan and bipartisan leaders backed a modest plan, testing Blagojevich's alliance with lawmakers who rely on their income and sparking questions about universal health goals versus a shutdown risk.
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