China pulls tainted eggs from shelves in China
Wal Mart pulls a brand of eggs from all stores in China after Hong Kong tests found tainted eggs. The move comes as broader warnings about food safety circulate across markets and regulators review supply chains.
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GOP leaders call for Stevens resignation amid conviction
A growing Republican chorus urged Alaska Senator Ted Stevens to resign after a seven-count conviction for misusing funds. McCain and McConnell pressed for stepping down, while Palin stopped short of full urging, saying a resignation after a Tuesday election would allow an Alaska special election. Stevens has not indicated any resignation plan.
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Candy makers count on Halloween despite weak economy
Candy industry analysts say Halloween will boost sales to about 5.77 billion this year as prices rise and consumers seek escape from real world worries. IBISWorld data shows growth driven by chocolate and non chocolate items while new launches drop from last year.
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Refrigerator surfaces harbor cold virus findings reported
Researchers at Virginia presented at a major infectious disease conference that common home surfaces including refrigerator handles, doorknobs, remote controls, light switches, bathroom faucets, phones, and dishwasher handles tested positive for rhinovirus in a study of 30 adults with colds. Over half of participants touched their own contaminated mucus within 48 hours.
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Detroit mayor Kilpatrick jailed four months in sex text scandal
Kilpatrick, 38, pleaded guilty to obstruction of justice and no contest to assaulting a sheriff detective. He must serve four months in jail, five years probation, and pay $1 million restitution to Detroit. Judge Groner condemned hubris and rejected early release, citing a defiant press conference as emblematic of the misconduct.
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