Bath salts a growing drug problem across states
In Fulton Mississippi Neil Brown survived a severe self injury after using bath salts. Authorities warn that powders sold as Ivory Snow Red Dove and Vanilla Sky can be as dangerous as meth. Law enforcement report rising cases nationwide with mephedrone and MDPV among chemicals.
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Hawaii blocks Obama birth records release under privacy law
Hawaii officials cite state privacy laws to bar disclosure of birth documents for President Obama. Governor Abercrombie, who sought further information on Obama’s Aug 4 1961 birth, must drop the move after Attorney General Louie confirms no release without consent.
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Iran refuses talks as world powers press for Iran uranium stance
Istanbul talks collapsed with Iran insisting on sanctions relief and acceptance of its enrichment program before further discussion. Officials warn enrichment poses a risk of weaponization while sanctions and the Stuxnet malware hobble Iran’s nuclear path, delaying any bomb-ready timeline.
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Giffords Faces Hard Work in Rehabilitation
Rep Gabrielle Giffords arrives at Texas Medical Center in Houston to begin intensive rehabilitation after a Tucson shooting. Doctors describe rehab as demanding, with risks including seizures headaches and infections, while emphasizing social support and personalized goals for independence and return to work or school.
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Olbermann Leaves MSNBC In Mutually Agreed Parting
NBC executive says longtime strained relationship with MSNBC ended in a mutual parting as Keith Olbermann signs off after Countdown. The move comes ahead of Comcast NBC Universal deal completion and Zucker’s exit amid Olbermann’s controversial tenure and high ratings.
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Tunisian police join protests demanding pay and reform
Thousands of police gathered in central Tunis on Saturday to demand higher wages and a union, insisting they are not to blame for protester deaths that helped topple President Ben Ali. Civilians later joined a candlelight vigil honoring those killed in weeks of unrest.
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