Gulf spill fund faces flood of emergency claims
Kenneth Feinberg said about 450,000 emergency claims were filed by the Tuesday deadline for the $20 billion Gulf spill recovery fund. Roughly 325,000 lacked adequate documentation, with about 1,000 suspected fraudulent claims.
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U S appeals to China to restrain North Korea
The Obama administration urged China to pressure North Korea after its artillery attack on a South Korean island killed four and wounded at least 18. Washington seeks Beijing's help with a unified sanctions push while China calls for restraint and dialogue.
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Somali pirates convicted in U. S. Navy attack case
Five Somali men were convicted in U.S. District Court of piracy for attacking the USS Nicholas off Somalia in April. They face mandatory life terms at a March 14 sentencing in Norfolk, with defense claiming they were abducted fishermen.
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WikiLeaks release may harm U.S. relations abroad
U S officials warn that WikiLeaks planned release of diplomatic cables could strain relations with allies. Cables may include candid assessments of foreign leaders, dissidents, and sensitive programs, risking embarrassment and possible expulsions of diplomats. Diplomatic posts worldwide notify governments of the impending release.
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