TOKYO -- A highly pathogenic avian influenza virus of the H5 subtype has been detected in a wild bird found in central Tokyo, marking the first instance of avian influenza infection in a wild bird during the current avian flu season in the city, according to local authorities.

The body of a buzzard, or Buteo japonicus, was discovered in the central Chiyoda Ward of Tokyo last Tuesday, and the preliminary test results conducted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government were negative, according to the Tokyo Metropolitan Environmental Bureau. (Japan-Avian Flu-Wild Birds)

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BANGKOK -- At least 14 people were killed and 20 others injured after a bus lost control and collided with a tree in southern Thailand, according to a statement from the state-owned enterprise Transport Company Ltd. on Tuesday.

The accident occurred at around 12:30 a.m. local time on Tuesday in Prachuap Khiri Khan province, the statement said. (Thailand-Bus Crash)

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BUENOS AIRES -- Argentine Foreign Minister Santiago Cafiero on Monday described the Mercosur-EU trade agreement as "bad," as it will have "a negative impact on industry and agricultural exports" in the region.

Mercosur, a Spanish abbreviation for the Southern Common Market, is a South American trade block consisting of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. (Argentina-Mercosur)

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HARARE -- The 22nd edition of the International Conference on AIDS and STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections) in Africa (ICASA) kicked off here on Monday.

The regional event, the largest HIV and AIDS conference in Africa which runs from Dec. 4 to 9, provides an important platform for sharing and experiencing cutting-edge evidence and lessons in response to HIV and other epidemics afflicting the continent and beyond. (Zimbabwe-AIDS-Conference) Enditem

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