WTC plans redesign cuts cost of transit hub dome
Port Authority chief Christopher Ward announced a major design change at the World Trade Center hub, removing the retractable dome wings to save hundreds of millions. The decision aims to keep the project within a 2.2 to 3.4 billion budget while avoiding impacts on nearby memorial and office structures. Calatrava’s office did not comment.
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White House calls Iraq progress satisfactory on most benchmarks
The May 2008 White House assessment to Congress says 15 of 18 benchmarks in Iraq are satisfactory. Only two, disarming militias and oil revenue distribution, are unsatisfactory. Baghdad has enacted amnesty laws and pension rights for former Baath party members.
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Gas prices shift U S views on energy priorities
A Pew Research Center survey of 2,004 adults from June 18 to 29 finds 47 percent rank energy exploration and new power plants as top priority, up from 35 percent five months earlier, while conservation drops 10 points to 45 percent. Alaska drilling support rises with overall demand for more energy supplies.
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Zimbabwe Mugabe refuses to step down amid stalled talks
Mugabe's spokesman issued a defiant denial of any resignation plan and mocked Western critics as talks for a coalition government faltered. Opposition says Mugabe's runoff win ends negotiations after a campaign marked by violence against foes. In Peru, President Garcia retorts to Morales after a clash over a US trade pact and Morales in turn attacks Peru.
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