Oil climbs to new record above seventy one dollars a barrel
Oil prices settle at a record above 71 dollars as supply threats from Iran and Nigeria overshadow weaker demand. Analysts say bullish sentiment may persist until geopolitical tensions are resolved, with U S inventories and consumption slowing but unable to counter the rise.
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Moussaoui Mental Health Questioned in Trial
Defense psychologist Xavier Amador testified that Zacarias Moussaoui shows paranoid schizophrenia diagnosed after observing his behavior and writings since 2002. He described delusional beliefs including belief that President Bush will free him and that his lawyers are plotting to kill him.
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Freddie Mac to pay record 3.8 million in campaign fine
Freddie Mac agrees to a record 3.8 million settlement with the Federal Election Commission over illegal campaign contributions. The FEC says the size deters future violations and will halt further action against corporate officials. Commissioner Ellen Weintraub urges caution to others.
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Bush reshuffles key economic aides in White House
President Bush names Rob Portman to head the Office of Management and Budget and promotes Susan Schwab to lead U S trade negotiations. Joshua Bolten moves to chief of staff prompting changes as Rumsfeld keeps defense post amid calls for new energy. Portman and Schwab bring Capitol Hill experience as Iraq war and poll dips press for farm team refresh.
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Two Duke Lacrosse Players Arrested On Rape Charges
Two Duke University lacrosse players, Reade Seligmann and Collin Finnerty, were arrested on first degree rape, sexual offense, and kidnapping charges over an alleged March 13 off campus party assault. A third player could face charges. Bail set at 400000 each.
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Iraqi civilians and police hit by Baghdad cafe bombing
In Baghdad a bomb exploded in a cafe used by police in eastern Saleikh district. Clashes continued in Azamiyah between Iraqi forces and local militiamen amid fears of Shiite death squads, with 13 dead over two days. Separate report from Moscow notes Western diplomats failed to agree sanctions on Iran.
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Mexican tourist bus plunges into ravine killing 57
A crowded bus returning from a religious festival veered off a highway ramp and crashed through a metal barrier, dropping over 650 feet into a ravine in Veracruz. Fifty-seven dead, 60 aboard, two in critical condition and one 8 year old girl stable. The bus owner was detained for questioning.
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