1 GLOBAL: UK provides a model for private funding of emergencies
Source: IRIN The UK's Disaster Emergencies Committee (DEC) [ http://www.dec.org.uk ] , founded more than 45 years ago to persuade aid agencies to collaborate rather than compete in their fund-raising for emergencies, has so far raised more than US$60 million for the Pakistan flood appeal (unrelated to official UK aid). Source: AlertNet
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2 Greenpeace members convicted on Japan whale meat theft
Source: Reuters TOKYO, Sept 6 (Reuters) - Two Greenpeace activists were given suspended jail sentences in Japan on Monday for stealing whale meat they said was going to be consumed illegally. Japan, one of only ... Source: AlertNet
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3 Vallejo's bankruptcy won't stop firm from seeking cash
One of Vallejo's bondholders is not prepared to take the loss of three years' principal repayments and four years of interest as a result of the city's bankruptcy. Source: The Vacaville Reporter
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4 The lighter side of heart transplants
STANDING behind the microphone on the podium is Prof Dr K. M. Cherian, who speaks rather like a gifted toastmaster than a transplant surgeon. Source: The Sun
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5 Fish Oil’s Magic Revealed
(Ivanhoe Newswire) – Fish oil was deemed the “miracle food of the 21st century” because of its anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetes benefits, among many others. But until now, scientists were unsure of how this miracle vitamin actually worked.They’ve finally pinpointed how omega-3 fatty acids stop inflammation and reverse diabetes in obese mice. Omega-3s alleviate inflammation, especially the ... Source: redOrbit
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6 How long does it take an independent to say “Labor”?
Why stop when you’re having fun?: Mr Katter is expected to declare his decision today, but Tony Windsor said he might not make a… Source: Herald Sun
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7 Levy imposes on whale watchers could help end whaling: Australian researcher
Whale watchers in Australia could be charged a levy to compensate whaling nations for ending their hunts, an Australian researcher said on Monday. Queensland University of Technology Associate Professor Clevo Wilson said whaling nations will face job and financial losses if they stop their hunts. Source: People's Daily
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8 The last reunion
They fought well in World War II and came home to resume and build a life. Sunday, they gathered for a final time to come to terms with its end and with their buried sorrows. The 104th Infantry Division, the Timberwolves, held their 65th and last annual reunion, a spirited and prayerful affair. The decision to make it the last one was forced by mortality. Time was when more than a thousand of ... Source: Chicago Sun-Times
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9 Stop stone-throwing before talks: Centre to J&K separatists
The Centre has sought "guarantees" from the separatists that they will ensure an end to stone throwing, street protests and violence before it announces any concessions in Jammu & Kashmir. Arun Joshi reports. Source: Hindustan Times
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10 PRC migrant workers exploited in Singapore
Two monthss ago, an open truck carrying 17 migrant workers, skidded and crashed, killing three workers and badly injuring the other 14. These workers were sitting on the back of the truck next to a pile of construction materials. One of the workers was killed after being impaled by a metal rod which was traveling [...] Source: The Temasek Review
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