11 killed in Mexican military helicopter crash

Sunday, April 20, 2008 Eleven people have died after a military helicopter crashed during an anti-narcotics flight in Western Mexico. The Bell 212 went down near Uruapan in Michoacan. Michoacan is a major area in Mexico’s anti-narcotics operations, which are conducted by the nation’s military. The rotorcraft went down around midday. Police cordoned off the…
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February 13, 2019 0

Surgeons reattach boy’s three severed limbs

Tuesday, March 29, 2005A team of Australian surgeons yesterday reattached both hands and one foot to 10-year-old Perth boy, Terry Vo, after a brick wall which collapsed during a game of basketball fell on him, severing the limbs. The wall gave way while Terry performed a slam-dunk, during a game at a friend’s birthday party.…
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February 13, 2019 0

Iraqi suicide bomber kills 121, injures over 200 others

Saturday, February 3, 2007 Conflicting media reports say that at least 128 people have been killed and over 220, possibly over 350, were injured in Baghdad, Iraq after a truck packed with at least a ton of explosives blew up inside the Sadriyah market. Officials say that the death toll will likely climb, and officials…
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February 12, 2019 0

20,000 South Koreans take to the streets to protest APEC

Sunday, November 13, 2005 This article is part of the seriesAsia-Pacific Economic Cooperation 2005 Complete Coverage General World Trade, Bird Flu to be discussed at 2005 APEC More from APEC: EU not backing down Protests 20,000 South Koreans take to the streets to protest APEC Farmers clash amidst high security at APEC summit in Sth…
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February 12, 2019 0

Gas Rebate Cards: Are They Right For You?

Read An Opinion On: Independent Financial Adviser Financial Planning Services By Debbie Dragon You’ve probably heard about credit cards that offer you rebates on gasoline purchases. With the price of gas rising and falling (but always staying high!), you might be curious about these gas-rebate credit cards. Are they right for you? The answer could…
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February 12, 2019 0

Hidden treasure worth billions of dollars discovered in Indian temple

Monday, July 4, 2011 Officials announced that a treasure containing sacks of diamonds and gold coins as well as golden idols, jewelry and other riches has been discovered in the secret subterranean vaults of Sree Padmanabhaswamy temple, in the southwestern state of Kerala, India. Estimates of its worth have been rising and it is now…
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February 12, 2019 0

Wikinews Interview: Experts in IT industry comment about security of WiMAX

Monday, May 5, 2008 Computers and technology make our modern lifestyle more convenient, but they also create new risks like computer viruses and hacking. Many people want to enjoy the convenience of new technology, but they may not be aware of its problems. WiMAX is being promoted in Taiwan by the Taipei Computer Association, the…
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February 11, 2019 0

London’s Metropolitan Police Service found guilty in suspected suicide bomber case

Thursday, November 1, 2007 London’s Metropolitan police force has been found guilty of endangering the public during an anti-terrorism operation that lead to the death of an innocent Brazilian man in July of 2005. The British jury at Old Bailey convicted the police force of violating the Health & Safety legislation because the operation was…
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February 11, 2019 0

Factors To Consider When Seeking Industrial Roofing In Chicago

Read An Opinion On: Business Electricity Comparison Best Business Electricity byAlma Abell New technologies have led to a vast variety of roofing technologies in the market. It is important to note that industrial and commercial roofing is different from residential roofing. Industrial roofing has greater demands in terms of artisan-ship, scale and specific need of…
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February 11, 2019 0

Indonesian anti-corruption chief convicted of murder

Friday, February 12, 2010 An Indonesian court has convicted the former head of the country’s anti-corruption agency of murder. The prosecution of Antasari Azhar and three others has been controversial, with some fearing the so-called “Judicial Mafia” played a role. The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) already saw a proven plot to discredit it and frame…
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February 10, 2019 0