Deadly NATO attacks kill ten in Afghanistan
Ten NATO troops died across Afghanistan in separate attacks, seven Americans among them, marking the deadliest day for foreign forces so far this year. One U.S. civilian contractor also died in a death by own action incident as insurgents step up bombings ahead of a major operation.
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Helen Thomas retires amid uproar over Palestine remark
Helen Thomas the veteran White House correspondent retires after controversy over urging Israelis to leave Palestine. The 89 year old columnist apologized as White House denounced the remarks and colleagues issued a rare admonishment.
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BP tightens cap as Gulf spill still grim in outlook
The containment cap captures about 460 000 gallons daily from an estimated 600 000 to 1.2 million gallons spewing from a mile underwater. BP plans a larger cap later to improve containment and enable rapid pause and resume of cleanup if a hurricane threatens the Gulf.
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Gunman Kills Four Women in Hialeah Restaurant
Police say Gerardo Regalado killed his wife outside Yayito Restaurant then opened fire inside, wounding three more women critically before dying by apparent self harm. He is half brother to former baseball star Orlando Hernandez. motive unclear.
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Egypt to open Gaza border for aid and travel
Egypt said it will keep its Gaza border open indefinitely to humanitarian aid and restricted travel after pressure to ease the blockade. The move follows a deadly Israeli raid on a flotilla and aims to defuse regional anger while aligning with U S efforts to address Gaza's humanitarian and security needs.
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