Tragic landslide traps motorists near Quito killing dozens
In Ecuador's Andes east of Quito a torrent of rock and mud swept a stranded group near a campfire killing at least 36 with about 10 survivors. Red Cross spokesman Christian Rivera said vehicles were blocked by an earlier avalanche and the victims gathered in an abandoned shack about 30 miles east of Quito. The toll rose as days of heavy rains persisted.
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Top Albanian activist shot to death in Struga
In Skopje, gunmen killed Naser Ham 40, an ethnic Albanian activist, from a passing van in Struga near a lake resort where peace talks will be held. The killing comes as talks to end months of fighting loom, with clashes and a police–rebels exchange reported near Tetovo but no casualties.
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Canada to test immigrants for AIDS policy shift
Canada will begin mandatory HIV AIDS testing for all immigrants and refugee applicants. A positive result will not automatically bar entry. each case will be reviewed with health care burden as a factor. Spouses partners dependent children and refugees may be admitted despite a positive test with counseling and treatment offered.
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Dutch abortion ship sails with no clinic license
The Aurora chartered by Women on Waves sailed from the Netherlands with two doctors and a nurse intending to provide abortion pills in international waters off Ireland. Health MinisterBors said no clinic license had been issued, while Justice Minister Korthals warned abortions are illegal without a license and the crew could face up to 41 years in prison.
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Nepal probes seek Dipendra girlfriend over royal massacre
Nepalese investigators issued a notice to Devyani Rana, Dipendra's girlfriend, asking her to appear for questioning. The move follows the June royal killings that left nine royals dead and Dipendra dead after the gun spree. Rana, in her 20s, reportedly fled to London with grief and is abroad with her sister.
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