Mittwoch, Januar 11, 2006

Avian influenza experts continue investigation in Turkey

Avian influenza experts continue investigation in Turkey
10 January 2006 -- WHO experts continue to investigate avian influenza outbreaks in Turkey. The team is currently examining the epidemiological situation, assessing risk factors and control measures, and discussing the possible need for additional equipment and supplies. They will also assess patients at the hospital in the city of Van, where more than 30 people are being treated for possible infection.
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Sonntag, Dezember 18, 2005

German hostage in Iraq freed, TV says....

German hostage in Iraq freed, TV says
A German television station reported on Sunday that Susanne Osthoff, the German woman taken hostage in Iraq, has been freed, citing her brother.

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Dienstag, Dezember 13, 2005

1000 Executions...was does this mean?

As the United States carries out its 1000th execution since the resumption of executions in 1977, more and more people understand that the death penalty makes mistakes, disproportionately affects the poor and people of color, doesn't deter crime, and is expensive, arbitrary, and immoral.

GO: 1000executions.org