FDA warns on tainted tomatoes tied to illnesses and a cancer death
Health officials report hundreds ill across 23 states as the tainted tomato outbreak continues. The FDA has not pinpointed a source and cautions consumers to check its site for safe regions. No deaths from salmonella directly recorded yet, but a Texas man’s cancer death is linked as a possible contributing factor.
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Donors pledge over 21 billion for Afghanistan at Paris meet
U.S. and World Bank led donors in Paris pledged more than 21 billion for Afghanistan seeking better use of funds and greater Afghan government involvement. Talks highlighted corruption concerns and a five year plan toward a more accountable government, with aims of peace by 2020 amid insurgent threats.
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Bush seeks Europe aid in Afghan stabilisation effort
President Bush, in Rome, appeals for European support to extend Afghanistan aid beyond safer northern areas. Laura Bush, visiting Afghanistan, urges seizing the decisive moment as global donors pledge about 10.2 billion dollars, though gaps remain in addressing Afghanistan’s broad challenges.
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Veterans press for health care over secret Cold War tests
Lawmakers and veterans demand Bush administration action on health care and benefits for veterans exposed to secret 1962 73 chemical and germ tests in Projects 112 and SHAD. Pentagon and VA oppose new legislation citing no proven disease link, while veterans allege ongoing health hazards.
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House GOP accuses former treasurer of embezzlement
The NRCC audit and GOP statements allege Christopher J. Ward embezzled at least 725000 dollars to cover home renovations and mortgage payments. Additional 28000 dollars allegedly diverted from NRSC funds raise total to over 810000 dollars. FBI reviewing personal accounts.
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