Helicopter Downed As Iraq Battles Rage

Police said a bomb-laden motorcycle exploded in Baghdad's northern Waziriyah neighborhood, killing at least three civilians and wounding 12.

Officials said gunmen also attacked a police checkpoint in the nearby town of Tarmiyah, killing one and wounding three.
More than 610 people have been killed in attacks and clashes since the beginning of the month, according to AFP figures. More