Putin visits London to woo Europe amid Chechnya pressure
Russian President Vladimir Putin began his first West visit vowing reform and stability while facing criticism over Chechnya abuses. Demonstrators near Downing Street protested as he met Blair and prepared for Windsor, then addressed British business leaders urging investment and tax code reform.
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Washington Protests Extend Over Weekend at Finance Talks
Demonstrators aimed to disrupt world finance conferences as protests continued in Washington. After two days of marches and clashes with police, federal agencies closed within an 11 block zone around the White House. National Guard members guarded World Bank and IMF buildings as police prepared to reinforce barricades.
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Environmental support not a top priority in poll
A Gallup poll of 1,004 adults found four of five Americans back environmental goals, with 16 percent active and 55 percent sympathetic. More than two-thirds are connected to the movement, though it ranks below other issues as a priority. The survey, conducted April 39, has a margin of error plus or minus 3 percentage points.
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Riley Dunlap
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Oklahoma bombing conspirator Nichols faces state death counts
Victims and relatives brace for Terry Nichols's Oklahoma state trial on 160 counts of first degree murder. Macy seeks the death penalty after Nichols was already convicted in federal court for eight deaths and other charges. A preliminary hearing is set for Aug. 7 as victims' advocates warn of revived trauma.
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Oprah wins national civility award in Abilene
Oprah Winfrey receives a 1999 National Civility Award from the Americans for More Civility, alongside names like Gerald Ford and Hank Aaron. The award panel criticizes others for rude behavior, including Bobby Knight and Judge Judy.
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Global markets plunge as Nikkei slides nearly seven percent
Asian stocks tumble after New York losses with Tokyo's Nikkei dropping 698 percent to 19,008.64, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng down 8.55 percent, Singapore also lower, Europe opening down. Traders warn of global repercussions though some see a quick rebound.
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Tax actions fall in South Carolina study shows
A TRAC Inc analysis found IRS actions to seize property and file tax liens in South Carolina dropped sharply over three years. Asset seizures fell 98 percent, liens down 33 percent, and levies down 8 percent, mirroring a nationwide trend across the IRS.
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Court weighs Elian Gonzalez custody outcome in federal appeal
After bitter exchanges, the 11th US Circuit Court of Appeals in Atlanta is asked to stay a ruling blocking Elian Gonzalez's removal. The case centers on reuniting the 6 year old with his father Juan Miguel Gonzalez in Washington, amid Miami relatives’ asylum bids and protests outside the Little Havana home.
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Forty percent of LIFE scholars lose scholarships in SC
An analysis by The State finds 41 percent of LIFE scholars from 1996 lost them for dropping below a 3.0 GPA, with 88 percent of technical college recipients affected. Clemson cites a 2.6 average GPA. SAT thresholds shift to 1050 this fall. private colleges and USC show varied retention, while Georgia reports similar HOPE outcomes.
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Lawrence Ray
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