Biologist to head new Jordan Cabinet
King Abdullah swears in a new Jordan cabinet led by Adrian Badran. Badran, educated at Michigan State, replaces Faisal al-Fayez as prime minister as the king urges faster reform. The ceremony at a royal palace follows the resignation of the previous cabinet amid reform pace concerns. Badran becomes the fifth prime minister since 1999.
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Iraq forms interim leadership with Tala bani as president
Iraq swore in interim president Jalal Talabani and named Ibrahim al Jaafari as interim prime minister to draft a permanent constitution and set up elections in December. The ceremony exposed tensions among Shiite, Kurdish, and other factions but underscored a step toward a new democratic process after Saddam Hussein’s ouster.
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Cairo bombing kills tourists in historic bazaar attack
A motorcycle bomb in Cairo's al-Muski market killed at least two visitors and wounded 18 as a large tour group shopped in Khan al-Khalili. Officials warned casualties could rise while police probed the nail-packed device and possible bomber. The U.S. and French embassies confirmed foreign wounded and a French tourist dead amid a heavy security sweep.
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Soldier seeks to stay in Army openly gay under policy
Ohio sergeant wounded in Iraq says he would remain in the military if the policy allowed openness about his sexuality. Robert Stout, 23, received the Purple Heart after shrapnel injuries, and he states many gay service members would reenlist if not forced to hide. He is openly gay among his platoon in Schweinfurt, Germany, and expects discharge before May.
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Uproar Over Ms Wheelchair Event Sparks Advocacy Backlash
Wisconsin born Jameal Lee crowned Ms Wheelchair USA amid praise and gifts at Lamboun Field Green Bay. Critics from American Association of People with Disabilities and World Association of Persons With Disabilities condemn dethroning as backward. Pageant officials defend decision as reflecting evolving standards.
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