Militant group apologizes for mistaken Jerusalem killing
The Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigades linked to Fatah apologized after a drive by shooting in Jerusalem killed Arab student George Khoury 21 son of a prominent Arab attorney. The group said Friday they carried out the attack but were mistaken about the victim’s identity. The killing comes amid three years of fighting with Palestinian groups responsible for many deaths on both sides.
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Taiwan elects Chen Shui-bian amid disputed vote and protests
Taiwan's High Court ordered sealing of ballot boxes after President Chen Shui-bian claimed victory in a tight race marred by alleges spoiled ballots and an assassination attempt. Lien Chan demanded a recount while protesters gathered outside the presidential office as turnout reached 80 percent across about 13 million ballots.
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Greenhouse gas reaches all time high record levels
The Mauna Loa Observatory in Hawaii reports carbon dioxide at about 379 parts per million, up from 376 a year ago, signaling a faster rise than the past decade. Scientists caution that the cause and implications require further study as models project ongoing warming and climate disruption.
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Eisenhower letters reveal secret nuke plan
CBS President Frank Stanton recalls being summoned to the White House after Sputnik. He spoke of Eisenhower facing how to keep the U S government functioning if a Soviet attack decapitated leadership. Stanton joined six private citizens in secretly overseeing emergency federal operations to preserve continuity of government.
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Palance Strikes Pushups At West Festival Honor
At 84 Jack Palance demonstrates pushups in a hotel lobby during the Festival of the West where he receives the Cowboy Spirit Award. He signs copies of The Forest of Love and reflects on his career, Oscar win, and next job. The piece also notes Gennifer Flowers appealing a dismissal in her Clinton era suit and other entertainment items from wire reports.
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