Swine flu cases appear in Rikers and Asia spread
Reports say swine flu found at Rikers Island and cases spreading to 46 states plus DC, with first reports in Malaysia India and Turkey. In Hong Kong two bottles of acid splashed shoppers injuring 30 people including an infant. tests pending to identify the liquid. In North Carolina a teen tried armed robbery at an internet cafe with a banana used as a gun. owner and a patron restrained him until deputies arrived.
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Huntsman named China envoy contender in 2016 bid
In 2012 Obama nodded to Jon Huntsman as a possible next envoy to China. John Weaver, once a McCain adviser, praised Huntsman saying he is uniquely qualified for a major diplomatic post. Obama noted the assignment would test party loyalty and future presidential ambitions.
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Congress sweeps India election victory in major mandate
In New Delhi the Congress led coalition won the plurality of seats as voting closed, signalling a stable government path. Prime Minister Manmohan Singh hailed a massive mandate while BJP conceded defeat. Congress edged toward 272 seats, with 254 leading in races and 204 for the party alone, amid calls for inclusive growth and pro-poor programs.
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Colleges weigh pot penalties to curb campus drinking trends
Marijuana advocates urge colleges to align pot penalties with underage alcohol rules, arguing stricter pot punishments may push students to drink. SAFER has seen measures pass at 13 colleges, while Amethyst Initiative supporters push for an age 21 drinking policy rethink. Experts note unclear pot effects and emphasize dorm removals or counseling over suspensions.
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Notre Dame protesters arrested during Obama commencement visit
At Notre Dame in South Bend protesters gathered at the Angela Notre Dame Avenue gate as graduation events took place. Twenty three protesters moved onto campus. nineteen were arrested for trespassing and four also faced resisting law enforcement with a $250 bond. None of those arrested were students, university spokesman Dennis Brown said.
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