Philippines police raid kills inmates at jail siege
Police launched a three floor assault at a Manila jail seized by al Qaeda linked inmates, killing at least 16 including four Abu Savvaf leaders. Ground commander said control was established within an hour, but sporadic gunfire persisted and five officers were wounded.
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Lebanon sees largest anti Syria protest in Martyrs Square
Hundreds of thousands of protesters packed Beirut's Martyrs Square and nearby streets in a massive display against Syrian influence. Sunni, Christian, and Druze demonstrators joined, chanting for Syrian troop withdrawal and a government free of Damascus control. The rally aimed to reclaim momentum after Hezbollah's May rally and amid Syria's border withdrawal.
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GOP turns election gains into laws in Bush era push
GOP lawmakers convert last fall’s gains into bills for President Bush to sign. Senate conservatives push bankruptcy and class action litigation curbs as Democrats warn of battles ahead over taxes, appointments, and Social Security. House Republicans say legislation is moving quickly, including energy and highway bills and asbestos claim fixes.
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Beijing war law overshadowed by Taiwan love story
In Taipei a Chinese legislative move allowing force against Taiwan raised alarm with officials denouncing the measure. By day’s end a personal story about Taiwan’s richest man losing his wife to cancer dominated coverage, helping calm nerves as markets remained steady and skepticism about armed conflict persisted.
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Witness Protection Faces Staffing Shortfall Amid Rising Caseload
Federal witness protection has granted identities to more than 17 000 people while Marshals Service staffing declines by about 25 percent. Inspector General Glenn Fine warns of potential adverse impacts as witnesses and their families rise 12 percent, with 7 500 witnesses relocated since 1970 and a projected 17 700 by September 2006. The program boasts an 89 percent case conviction rate for testified matters, though 17 percent of protected witnesses with criminal histories have faced new charges.
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Nebraska rescinds offer to man convicted in Fossey killing
Nebraska Health and Human Services pulled a job offer to Wayne Richard McGuire after AP revealed he was found guilty in absentia in Rwanda for the 1985 slaying of Dian Fossey. McGuire denied involvement and stated the conviction wasn't discussed during hiring.
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