China milk scandal: Government says milk free of contamination
10.05.08
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Tests on 609 batches of liquid milk, as sold in 27 cities under 75 different brand names, were all clear of melamine, the chemical at the center of the scandal, according to the product safety watchdog. A further 129 batches of baby milk powder and 212 batches of other kinds of milk powder were also clean.
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"Silent Tsunami" of Soaring Food Prices is a Global Threat
04.22.08
posted by pondy
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From all corners of the world, angry protesters are calling for relief from soaring food prices. The UN says an extra 100 million people who previously did not require help could now not afford to buy food. Food prices have risen sharply of late, a result of the use of biofuels to combat climate change, higher demand from developing countries, natural disasters and higher fuel prices.
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