Ashcroft pledges to enforce laws amid abortion debate
Attorney General designate John Ashcroft told the Senate confirmation hearing he would uphold all laws and enforce federal protections for abortion access while denying personal bias. Protesters shouted as four people were charged with disrupting Congress during the session.
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Congo President Laurent Kabila Assassinated Amid Coup Attempt
Congolese President Laurent Kabila died after being shot during a coup attempt, officials said. US spokesman John Aycoth confirmed the death from Durham, North Carolina, and noted an official Congo announcement was expected at 6:00 a.m. Congo time. The event risks accelerating turmoil in a nation long riven by civil conflict and rebel incursions.
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Saddam revisits gulf war anniversary with apocalyptic tone
In a 25 minute televised address Saddam Hussein marked the Gulf War's 10th anniversary by calling the conflict a glorious moment in Iraqi history. He praised allies lining up against Iraq while ignoring the economic devastation and sanctions that impoverished the country after the six week war that expelled Iraqi forces from Kuwait.
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22 year old musician dies after El Salvador quake rescue
Sergio Moreno, age 22, who survived 31 hours under rubble after El Salvador quake, died in hospital. His rescue had inspired hope as Salvadorans faced continuing hunger and disruption. Despite revival attempts and amputation, his heart and kidneys failed post rescue. Local TV aired coverage as daily life slowly returned in the capital while rural areas remained in mourning.
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