Premature births global toll exceeds earlier estimates
About 15 million babies are born prematurely each year, over 1 in 10 births worldwide, with 1.1 million deaths and lifelong disabilities for survivors. Africa and Asia bear most preemies. the U S has about 1 in 8 births premature, higher than Europe and other regions.
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Afghan security pact with holes and a one year exit notice
The ten year security compact signed by President Obama and Afghan President Karzai contains promises that may be unenforceable and loopholes for both sides. The deal allows either nation to withdraw with one year's notice and lacks concrete penalties for unmet goals.
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Clashes outside Defense Ministry darken pre election mood in Egypt
Cairo violence leaves at least 11 dead as suspected army supporters clash with Islamist protesters near the Defense Ministry ahead of a landmark presidential vote. Opposition parties blame the generals for bloodshed and push for full military withdrawal by July 1.
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Student left in cell four days recalls drinking own urine
Daniel Chong, a UC San Diego student, says he was forgotten in a DEA holding cell for four days after a drug raid. He reports dehydrated with kidney failure, hallucinations, and drinking his own urine to survive. His lawyers filed a $20 million claim against the DEA for torture.
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New Jersey mother pleads not guilty in tanning booth case
Patricia Krentcil faces a second degree child endangerment charge after a Newark Municipal Court hearing. The tanning salon owner corroborated her story claiming the girl did not use a booth on the day in question. Krentcil says the sunburn happened during outdoor exposure on a warm day and notes the daughter later mentioned tanning.
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