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Tragedy of dead and survivors in Myanmar grows worse

YANGON (Reuters) - Desperate survivors of Cyclone Nargis headed out of Myanmar's Irrawaddy delta in search of food, water and medicine, but aid workers said on Sunday that thousands will die if emergency supplies don't get through soon.
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Dutch study unlocks key to firm tomatoes

LONDON (Reuters) - Dutch scientists said on Friday they have identified a key gene that protects tomatoes against a common fungus that causes the plants to wilt.

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Fighting spreads east of Beirut

Clashes flare outside Beirut as Lebanon's army struggles to contain fighting between Shia and pro-government groups.

Burma eases restrictions on aid

Increased amounts of aid reach cyclone-hit Burma amid signs the government is easing restrictions on access.

Serbian reformers claim victory

Serbian President Boris Tadic's pro-EU alliance declares victory in elections, but falls short of a majority.



Getting aid to Myanmar still a struggle
Ever since a massive cyclone swamped the nation of Myanmar last week, only a fraction of the displaced population has received aid. International relief agencies are scrambling to figure out how to deal with the country's xenophobic rulers. John Dimsdale reports.

Chavez's terrorist ties raise oil prices
The price of oil jumped to $126 a barrel on news that Venezuela President Hugo Chavez may have closer ties than initially suspected with the Columbian terrorist group FARC -- raising fears of U.S. sanctions on his oil-rich nation. Dan Grech reports.

Wealthy nations buying up land for food
Nations such as Saudi Arabia are seeking to ensure their future food supplies by buying up productive agricultural land in other countries. Sam Eaton reports.

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