China set to execute British man Akmal Shaikh today
Akmal Shaikh, 53, faces execution in China for drug smuggling a move family and friends say ignores his mental health and was lured by opportunists seeking a music career. His relatives pleaded for clemency as Beijing stood firm against a potential first European execution in half a century.
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Iran holds bodies of five slain protesters amid crackdown
Iran said on Monday it was holding the bodies of five anti government protesters including Ali Mousavi nephew of Mir Hossein Mousavi pending autopsies as authorities detain at least eight opposition figures. Witnesses and reformist sites describe deadly protests in Tehran with cars and motorcycles burned and calls for action against the leadership.
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Obama vows to use every element of power against terrorism
President Obama pledges to use every element of our national power to thwart terrorists after the Christmas Day plot against a Detroit bound flight. He calls the attack a serious reminder to adapt security measures while lawmakers plan January hearings on screening and watchlists.
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Airlines ease security rules after thwarted bombing
After a thwarted jetliner bombing, in flight restrictions appeared relaxed on some flights. Passengers faced varying rules on blankets, movement, and devices amid a lack of published specifics. Experts note the flexible approach aims to adapt to airports and flights, but confusion remains for travelers.
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Fewer police deaths in 2009 mark multi decade low
The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund reports 124 officers killed in 2009, the fewest since 1959, with firearm deaths at 48 and traffic deaths at 56. Texas led with 11 fatalities. one female officer died in 2009.
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