Unemployment Dips to 6.2 Percent as Jobs Lag
The July unemployment rate falls to 6.2 percent while employers cut 44,000 jobs, extending a six month loss totaling 486,000 since January. Economists flag uneven rebound with cautious business sentiment amid slow hiring nationally. The rate's dip from 6.4 percent in June marks a two month low.
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Saddam daughters share affection for father in Amman interview
Raghad Saddam Hussein and Rana Hussein told CNN and Al Arabiya of their love for Saddam while saying they do not know his location and last saw him a week before the Iraq war. They spoke at a Jordanian palace where they reside with nine children after leaving Baghdad on April 9 as coalition forces entered the capital.
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United States may hold bilateral talks with North Korea
President Bush signaled possible one on one talks with North Korea as part of a six nation discussion on the North’s nuclear ambitions. He expects a coalition to pressure North Korea to dismantle programs verifiably. North Korea confirmed willingness to meet with the United States and four other nations.
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Blair to become longest-serving Labour prime minister
London AP reports Tony Blair will mark six years and 93 days in office to become the longest-serving Labour prime minister. The milestone comes amid Iraq War controversy and Labour infighting. Blair is expected to testify in the David Kelly inquiry, as critics clash over his legacy.
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Liberia's Taylor agrees to resign after peacekeeper arrival
Pressured by U S and West African leaders, President Charles Taylor pledged to resign on August 11 after peacekeepers arrive. He said power would transfer after a joint congressional session, with Nyundueh Monkomana or Moses Blah as possible successors.
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MJ styled suits loom for Japanese by Wakita Co
Wakita Co plans spring line of Michael Jackson inspired suits for Japanese men. Spokesman Jackson Junichi Ota says designs will be toned down for bulk retail and will require agent approval. logo and photos supplied by Singapore entity.
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Burglary yields $5,000 in coins paid back by suspects
Erie area man reports loss of a 30 year coin hoard valued at $5,000 from his North East home. He says two containers of change were taken through an unlocked back door but the money was returned days later by the youths he identified as suspects. No charges confirmed.
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