China arrests six over watered milk and chemical sales
Six people were arrested in China on charges linked to diluting milk with water and selling the chemical, while three others faced related accusations. Kilpatrick pleads guilty to obstruction of justice and faces jail after revelations from city pager messages. In Missouri, mice reportedly damaged U S Mint coins prompting reimbursement claims. A Tokyo woman faces possible prison over killing a digital avatar after a sudden divorce.
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Iraq security pact hinges on decision soon
The article notes that a decision is hoped soon on the Iraq security deal. The pact would remove American forces from Iraqi cities by June 2009 and have all U S troops out of the country by the end of 2011 unless extended by mutual agreement.
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French Navy Captures Nine Somali Pirates Near Gulf of Aden
The French Navy seized nine pirates from two small boats about 115 miles off the Somali coast near the Gulf of Aden. They found assault rifles grenade launchers grappling hooks and ladders onboard. The prisoners were handed over to Somali officials with assurances they would be treated under international law. Meanwhile pirate Sugule Ali warned that if the Ukrainian arms ship MV Faina is attacked the crew and pirates will die.
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Bloomberg wins New York term limits fight
Mayor Michael Bloomberg persuaded City Council to amend term limits allowing three consecutive four year terms. The 29-22 vote ends strict two term limits, reshaping politics as Bloomberg seeks re election in 2009 amid protests and opposition arguing the move bypassed voters.
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Normandy High confronts HIV exposure scare amid testing
In Normandy Missouri, about 50 Normandy High School students face HIV testing after a reported exposure. District officials push education and caution against stigma while seeking guidance from national AIDS groups and ensuring continued school operation.
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