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Israel Concerned About Jewish Extremists

JERUSALEM – Israel’s security officials warned Thursday of plans by Jewish extremists to attack Jerusalem’s most sensitive holy site in an attempt to prevent a withdrawal from the Gaza Strip (search) this summer. Withdrawal opponents plan to hold a rally this weekend at the shrine, revered to Jews as the …

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Kyrgyz Parliament OKs Akayev Resignation

BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan – The Kyrgyz parliament on Monday accepted the resignation of ousted President Askar Akayev (search), clearing the way for new presidential elections this summer and giving a stamp of legitimacy to the country’s interim leadership. The legislators voted 38-2 to “suspend Askar Akayev’s presidential powers in connection with …

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Harvard Stem Cell Studies Raise Eyebrows

BOSTON – Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney (search) — a Republican and abortion opponent — is vowing to veto a bill that will give scientists more freedom to conduct embryonic stem cell research in the state. The bill could be ready for him as early as this week. State lawmakers say …

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