News briefs:August 5, 2006

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The time is 18:00 (UTC) on August 5th, 2006, and this is Audio Wikinews News Briefs.

Contents

  • 1 Headlines
    • 1.1 Flooding kills dozens in North Korea, leaves thousands more homeless
    • 1.2 Swedish nuclear reactors shut down over safety concerns
    • 1.3 Ugandan rebels agree to a ceasefire
    • 1.4 Mideast stance hurts Harper
    • 1.5 Apollo Moon landings tapes reported missing
    • 1.6 Australia cause South Africa heartbreak in Tri Nations rugby
  • 2 Closing statements

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