Nebraska moves to fix safe harbor law in special session
The state will convene a special session starting November 14 to hasten changes to the safe-haven law. Governor Heineman and officials say the measure must reflect its original intent to protect infants, with action aimed before the regular session.
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China probes tainted eggs amid melamine scare in milk crisis
Chinese authorities investigate how eggs became contaminated with melamine the same chemical linked to a milk scandal. Hong Kong and mainland markets report tainted eggs from Dalian Hanwei Enterprise Group as officials vow tougher food safety standards.
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Bush seeks final Iraq SOFA amid possible UN extension
President Bush voiced confidence a new Status of Forces Agreement with Iraq can be reached by year end though time pressure looms. Iraqi Prime Minister Maliki has authorized talks to reopen amendments and a UN mandate may be extended, shifting decisions to a future president.
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Rebels seize Goma as U S warns citizens flee Congo clash
Rebels reach the outskirts of Goma and declare a unilateral cease fire as Congo army retreats. U S officials evacuate Goma urging Americans to leave with tens of thousands fleeing by road amid cross border tensions and refugee chaos. About 45 000 people fled Kibati in hours as UN agencies describe chaotic scenes of panic and displacement.
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6 4 magnitude quake kills at least 170 in Pakistan
Desperate villagers combed mud and timber for victims after a 6.4 quake collapsed thousands of homes in Baluchistan. Army planes ferried tents and supplies as about 15 000 residents faced a freezing night outdoors amid Pakistan s ongoing security and economic crises.
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Time Change May Protect Hearts After Gain, Harm After Loss
Swedish researchers, using 1987 to 2006 data, found a 5 percent rise in heart attacks in the week after spring forward, especially Monday and Tuesday, while fall back showed no overall rise except a 5 percent Monday drop. The study, published in New England Journal of Medicine, links sleep disruption to cardiovascular risk.
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New England Journal of Medicine
Imre Janszky
Karolinska Institute
Richard Ljung
Sweden
National Board of Health and Welfare
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