Iraq oil law debate pits investment needs against Kurdish fears
Iraqi officials say a proposed oil law aims to attract foreign investment and expertise while resisting U.S. favoritism. The plan, seeking product sharing with firms taking major revenues originally, faces Kurdish objections and unresolved differences within the Oil Ministry as Parliament delays vote before a monthlong recess.
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Insurgents Hit Market as U S toll Mounts in Iraq
Insurgent bombers struck a market in a Shiite-dominated area of Baghdad killing at least 13 and injuring many as U S and Iraqi forces prepare a crackdown. Seven American service members died on Saturday, part of a week ending in over 150 deaths nationwide amid sectarian violence.
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City of Aiken Public Hearing on HUD CDBG Grants
The City of Aiken will hold a public hearing to discuss allocation of funds for 2007 2008 CDBG grants from HUD. Two sessions are scheduled February 1st at 11 00 a m and 6 00 p m in the Smith Hazel Meeting Room 400 Kershaw Street NE Aiken SC. Call 642 7606 for more information and notify 48 hours prior for special assistance.
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