North Korea urges UN council to stay neutral on nuclear program
North Korea pressed the United Nations Security Council to take a neutral stance on its nuclear program. U.N. ambassador Pak Gil Yon planned to brief July 1 after visits to council members including Spain's Inocencio Arias. Lower-ranking North Korean diplomats delivered the message to Britain and other nations last week.
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Bush could decide soon on troops to Liberia
Secretary Colin Powell said West African peacekeeping forces should lead the way into Liberia with the United States providing initial support. Powell, with President Bush in Africa, said a final U S decision on enforcing the cease-fire could come within days as a team of U S military experts analyzes Monrovia’s security and humanitarian needs.
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Moscow bombing tied to terror ring using women
An early morning blast outside a central Moscow restaurant killed a security agent and was described as the work of a terrorist ring training women to die for national strikes. The attack followed a rock concert bombing that killed two female attackers and 14 others, raising fears of Chechen-led violence in the capital. Interior Minister Gryzlov said the events were coordinated by a unit with a common leadership but did not name ringleaders.
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Volkswagen unveils last edition of Beetle in Mexico
In Puebla Mexico Volkswagen unveiled a final retro edition of the Beetle as the company moves to cease production later this summer. Factory worker Armando Pasillas who began in 1967 drove the car to mark the farewell ceremony. The car remains similar to its 1934 prototype, with minor updates over the decades.
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House votes to proceed with overtime rules
The House approved proceeding with Bush administration overtime rules by a 213 to 210 vote. The proposed changes could strip at least 644,000 white collar workers of overtime pay though a Senate block effort appeared unlikely. Labor Secretary Elaine Chao called it a victory for workers and employers.
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Iraqi police fear crossfire as U.S. troops stay in Fallujah
Iraqi police marching on Fallujah mayor’s office demand American troops relocate their station within 48 hours amid fears of crossfire. The report details U.S. soldier deaths near Mahmudiyah and Baquba, mortar strikes in Ramadi, and a perilous security backdrop in multiple cities including Balad and Majar al Kabir.
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Busey plots reality show with writer amid critics gathering
Gary Busey signs on to a TV project with Adam de la Pena after a pitch at the Television Critics Association summer gathering. They plan a show called I'm With Busey featuring adventures from romance tips to driving school and self defense. Macy Gray recalls booed anthem moment in Canton. She says she would not sing the national anthem again.
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Connelly says Oscar win doesn’t boost job offers
Jennifer Connelly states that winning the Academy Award for A Beautiful Mind has not significantly improved her job offers. She notes a remaining hierarchy and says she is not at the top, in Harper’s Bazaar July issue. She is expecting a child with Paul Bettany and expresses excitement about The Hulk.
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Singapore Allows Gum Sales in Pharmacies Under Trade Pact
Singapore to permit sale of dentist recommended chewing gum in pharmacies once the US Singapore free trade agreement takes effect by year end. The ban previously outlawed import and sale since 1992 to keep streets clean amid concerns over gum litter.
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