China boosts military budget amid rural spending rise
China on Saturday announced a central budget with an 11.6 percent increase in military spending, about 2.6 billion dollars, to improve defensive readiness under high tech conditions. The plan also raises rural construction, education and health care funding, with total central revenue at 157 billion dollars, up 7 percent. The move comes as Taiwan heads toward a March 20 election and referendum on mainland relations.
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Palestinians stage complex attack at Erez crossing
Palestinian gunmen using bomb packed jeeps attacked the Erez crossing into Israel, killing two Gaza police and four attackers. A third vehicle exploded after being blocked, injuring nineteen including police and civilians. Hamas Islamic Jihad and Al Aqsa Brigades claimed a joint self sacrifice operation.
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Venezuelans protest denial of recall vote in Caracas march
Tens of thousands marched through Caracas to denounce the rejection of a recall petition against President Hugo Chavez. The National Elections Council upheld 1.8 million valid signatures of more than 3 million submitted, far short of the 2.4 million minimum, prompting continued opposition vows to protest.
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Women march in Paris for equal rights and headscarf ban
Thousands of women marched in Paris to press for gender equality and support a law banning Islamic head scarves in public schools. The rally, organized by the National Collective for Women’s Rights and unions, drew about 7,000 people and showcased mixed agendas including employment equality and the school headscarf bill approved by both houses.
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