Kushner pleads guilty in loan scheme tied to McGreevey affair
Real estate magnate Charles Kushner pleaded guilty in federal court to charges including retaliating against a federal witness and violating campaign finance laws. The case Amid a broader slate of scandals surrounding Gov. James McGreevey Kushner said his involvement was limited.
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U.S. Presses Global Fund Donors to Meet AIDS Aid Goal
The United States urged other nations to fulfill their share of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria by September or risk losing $120 million in U.S. cash. Congress set a July deadline for U.S. payment, contingent on others contributing $1.11 billion. If the world donates, Washington will release the money.
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Smallest recorded preemie enters high school honor role
Madeline Mann, born 27 weeks into gestation and weighing 9.9 ounces, becomes a high school freshman and honor student. Doctors credit development over survival, noting she faced risks like asthma and past pneumonia but now thrives with 61 pounds and four feet height. Parents conceived her by artificial insemination and she required early life support.
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Florida case ties abuse to missing girl Rilya Wilson
Two women who cared for the missing Florida girl Rilya Wilson faced charges for abuses before her disappearance in 2001. Geralyn Graham, 38, charged with kidnapping and aggravated child abuse. Pamela Graham, 39, charged with child abuse and neglect. Prosecutors say Rilya was housed in a cage and tied to a bed before she vanished, with the state noting prolonged neglect and failure to monitor. The case prompted renewed scrutiny of Florida child welfare investigations.
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Charley Aftermath Hurts Survivors in Florida
Experts warn post hurricane injuries and disease risk rise as residents like 68 year old Bill Nylander seek care in a tent medical center. Affected areas face heat dangers, spoiled food, contaminated water, and limited power after Hurricane Charley. Sanibel Island reopens to residents with no utilities or clean water.
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Judge halts Peterson trial cross examination amid delay
In Redwood City California Judge Alfred Delucchi postponed Amber Frey cross examination amid a hidden development in Scott Peterson's murder case. Jurors were sent home early as attorneys awaited further instructions with three other witnesses set to testify Thursday.
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