Iraq fears more strikes bar inspectors front page editorial
Iraq rejects U S threats to resume UN inspections. Al Iraq denounces UNSCOM as a dream and vows to block access as tensions rise over dismantling Iraqs weapons programs. In other reports a Kurdish rebel bombs a military bus in Van Turkey killing a civilian and injuring 22.
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Primakov threatens resignation over budget approval in Russia
Prime Minister Yevgeny Primakov urged Parliament to swiftly pass a 1999 budget and warned he and his Cabinet will resign if it is rejected. He argued the lean budget is needed to secure IMF loans and stabilize Russia’s shrinking economy, despite some lawmakers criticizing reliance on foreign aid.
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Israel set for minister elections amid rising regional tension
Jerusalem faces a pivotal election on how to shape security into the next century as ties with the Palestinians fray and border hostilities rise. Retired generals run as candidates while Lebanese rockets strike northern towns in retaliation for a recent Israeli air raid. Hamas leader Sheik Ahmed Yassin is freed on house arrest amid accusations of Palestinian and Lebanese bad faith.
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FBI probes Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics bid
The Justice Department and the FBI announce a formal investigation into Salt Lake City's bid for the 2002 Winter Olympics. Officials review allegations that local officials used scholarships and other gifts and favors to influence IOC voting. FBI agent David M. Tubbs vows a thorough examination.
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MacLaine sells Atalaya Mountain parcel to forest plan
Santa Fe residents opposed a massive home atop Atalaya Mountain and lobbied against the project. Congress approved 1 million dollars to join the site with Santa Fe National Forest, with Santa Fe and Santa Fe County contributing 280000 and 100000 respectively while the deal moves forward.
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Editors Reach Details for Local News and Features
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Last Minute Shopping War Between Men and Women
A 1000-person Inter national Mass Retail Association survey shows 17 percent of men had not started their gifts while 8 percent of women had yet to begin. In Boston, men flocked to stores during lunch hours as holiday shopping nears.
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