Russian sauna champ dies in 230 degree World final
In Heinola Finland a 60s Russian man Vladimir Ladyzhenskiy died after collapsing in the final stage of the Sauna World Championships where contestants endured a 230 degree room while water was poured on a hot stove. Fin rival Timo Kaukonen survived. Event had 130+ participants from 15 countries.
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Government job losses loom from state to private contractors
The projection warns 600 000 to 700 000 public and government-linked private sector jobs may vanish over the next year as state and local budgets face deep gaps. July data show 48 000 government jobs cut, with 169 000 this year, while payrolls have shrunk 316 000 since 2008.
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Woman at center of HP CEO ouster speaks out
Jodie Fisher, 50, the woman linked to the HP harassment case that led to Mark Hurd's resignation, reveals her identity and says she is surprised and saddened by his ouster. She notes no sexual relationship with Hurd and that they settled the matter after HP faced falsified expense report claims. The case ended with Hurd leaving Hewlett Packard.
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Associated Press
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Nun death spurs reform push on immigration policy
In Virginia and Arizona the death of Sister Denise Mosier and a rancher death amplify calls to tighten border and drunken driving laws. Prince William County officials emphasize law enforcement while Catholic sisters urge focus on forgiveness and public safety debates.
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Iraqi traffic cops demand guards after deadly week in Baghdad
Baghdad traffic police call for assault rifles and protection after at least 10 officers were killed in drive by shootings and other attacks blamed on al Qaida in Iraq as U.S. forces plan a reduced role. Authorities move quickly to meet demands while stressing combat is not their job.
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