UN to allow Iraqi oil flow under food plan
The United Nations is near approving Iraq’s oil sales to fund food and medicine for its people after Saddam Hussein’s 1990 invasion. If Security Council reports on schedule, the oil-for-food plan would start at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, allowing about 2 billion dollars in oil sales every six months once contracts are approved.
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Volcano kills 12 on remote Manama Island
A volcanic eruption on Manama Island off Papua New Guinea's northeast coast killed 12 people and prompted officials to assess the scene after a day of calmer conditions following the surge. The remote island remained under close monitoring as authorities investigated the disaster.
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U.S. Congressman Helps Free Red Cross Workers in Sudan
Rep Bill Richardson and Sudanese officials brokered a swap to free three Red Cross workers held three days by rebels. A deal for five tons of rice four Jeeps nine radios and a health ward for the camp where 450 children died. The youngest rebel daughter died of measles amid celebrations and relief.
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Dominican and Haitian leaders to meet in Miami conference
Dominican President Leonel Fernandez will meet Haiti's Rene Preval for the first time at the Commercial Conference of the Americas in Miami. Fernandez aims to mend hostilities between the nations and had promised a Port-au-Prince visit, the first by a Dominican president in 40 years.
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Russian Referendum Questions Plant Closure and Environment
Russian voters decide on a power plant issue as Kostroma authorities clear the facility amid a looming referendum. The outcome could affect the nearby Ulrain issue on the ballot and heighten focus on ecological risks and energy policy.
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