Palestinian gunmen ambush Israeli car near Jerusalem
Palestinian gunmen fired on an Israeli car near Jerusalem injuring a mother and her 9 year old daughter. Two other children were treated at the scene for cuts. The attack followed Israel rejecting a Palestinian cease fire proposal. The Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigades claimed responsibility.
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Forces say they continue to close in on Saddam
U S forces report progress in the hunt for Saddam Hussein as Special Operations Task Force 20 raids yield four captured targets. Two of Saddam's close associates were seized in his hometown Tikrit, while the unit's involvement had not been made public before.
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Union win on job security sets stage for Verizon talks
Verizon bargaining between two labor unions covers job security for about 78000 workers in local phone service and wireless divisions. Workers report to duty despite a three year contract expiration as a federal mediator oversees talks on layoffs and transfers within the company.
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Vote on gay Episcopal bishop delayed amid allegations
In Minneapolis leaders postponed a decision on confirming Rev. V Gene Robinson, the Episcopal Church's first openly gay bishop candidate for New Hampshire. Allegations of touching and pornography were cited as details remained undisclosed. The General Convention face a division over homosexuality and potential schisms among Anglican bodies.
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U.S. plans logistics aid as Liberia crisis looms
U.S. warships off Liberia ready to support West African troops with logistics and communications while some American forces may ashore. Nigerian troops begin deployment, with Western allies urging ceasefire and Liberian cooperation. President Bush demands Taylor exit as UN and others push broader intervention.
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Eminem seeks dismissal of $1 million Bailey suit in Macomb County
Eminem and his attorney ask Macomb County Circuit Court Judge Debo rah Servitto to dismiss DeAngelo Bailey's 2001 $1 million lawsuit alleging the song Brain Damage harmed his reputation and music career. Bailey says the track named him as a bully and the motion argues he is cashing in on fame.
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Tai chi program helps Santa Fe offenders rethink violence
Santa Fe Judge Frances Gallegos runs a 12 week alterna tive sentencing class for offenders with tai chi meditation and tea service. Participants may choose tai chi or trash pickup as community service while teaching impulse control and nonviolent dispute resolution. In Des Moines an alleged burglar offered a $100 Bush bill to police officer Charles Lee to buy his way out of trouble. The suspect Michael Castiglione is charged with second degree burglary and held on $13,000 bond.
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