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- 'Bird flu outbreak could force VA to close military cemeteries (WAVY 10)
(AP) - Families of veterans who die during a bird flu outbreak shouldn't count on burying their loved ones in any of the 120 national cemeteries. The Department of Veterans Affairs foresees closing the military graveyards in a pandemic because of staffing problems.
'Bird Flu Transmits Between Humans (Zaman Online)
The transmission of the bird flu virus between human beings has been confirmed in Indonesia, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO officials said that an entire family that contracted the virus died; however, there was no possibility of an epidemic.
'Possibly drunk bird hits windshield (MSNBC)
The driver was sober. The bird he hit may have been under the influence. A California brown pelican flew through the windshield of a motorist on the Pacific Coast Highway in Orange County Thursday, and wildlife officials said the bird was probably intoxicated by a chemical in the water.
'BIRD-F to invest $10m in 11 projects (Globes Online)
BIRD-F executive director Yudilevich: Alternative energy is an extremely important field and I expect other companies in Israel and the US to also apply to the fund.
'Bird has eye on player for Pacers' 17th pick (Sports Illustrated)
Larry Bird has his eyes on a player he wants to select, but he just doesn't know whether he'll be around by the time the Indiana Pacers pick 17th during the NBA draft on Wednesday.
'Abbott signs $10m Indonesian bird flu help package (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
The Federal Health Minister, Tony Abbott, has signed a $10 million agreement to assist Indonesia's battle with bird flu. The deal, signed in Jakarta, comes a day before the Prime Minister meets Indonesia's President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono.
'Abbott signs $10m Indonesian bird flu help package (ABC via Yahoo!7 News)
The Federal Health Minister, Tony Abbott, has signed a $10 million agreement to assist Indonesia's battle with bird flu.
'Bird likely high when it hit car, expert says (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
LAGUNA BEACH, Calif. -- The driver was sober. The bird that crashed through the windshield of his car might have been flying under the influence.
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