Fire damages Chaillot Palace and two museums in Paris
A fire swept through the Chaillot Palace across the Seine from the Eiffel Tower, damaging two museums the Museum of Cinema and the Museum of Monuments and injuring two firefighters. The blaze began Tuesday night and burned three hours, with heavy roof damage and water damage to the museums.
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Dormant accounts linked to Holocaust victims spark anger
Relatives of Holocaust victims accuse Swiss banks of secrecy as dormant accounts surfaced after 60 years. Madeleine Mouierac and others learned of funds from a 1,872-name list, with about $42 million traced across 67 banks. Critics say delays hurt heirs while officials push for fair claims under Paul Volcker led efforts.
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Republican unity follows failed coup and apologies
In Washington Republican leaders rallied after a session described as emotional, with Majority Leader Dick Armey, Tom DeLay, and John Boehner offering apologies for actions in a failed coup attempt. Gingrich called the palace intrigue closed, promising to look forward. DeLay conceded telling dissidents he would side with them in a bid to unseat Gingrich, citing fatigue after an 18 hour day and immediate regret. Bonilla said the meeting was heartfelt and vowed accountability from leaders.
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Troops Exposed to Gas From Gulf War Unknown Health Link
The Pentagon says 98 900 U S troops were exposed to trace amounts of poison gas from Iraqi weapons after the Gulf War but none received doses high enough to cause noticeable health effects. The exposure appears unrelated to Gulf War illnesses, with officials noting the higher figure but insisting no linked health impact.
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Jewell Sues New York Post Over Olympic Bombing Coverage
Richard Jewell seeks 15 million dollars in Manhattan federal court accusing the New York Post of libel and defamation. Lawyer Lin Wood says the tabloid created and fictionalized his client. The suit targets 5 million in compensatory and 10 million in punitive damages.
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O Dells executionilanes a warning to innocence in 1985 rape murder
O'Dell, 54, was executed in Jarratt Virginia after declaring joy at his marriage and his innocence as he faced execution. Gov. Allen denied clemency despite pleas from Mother Teresa and Pope John Paul II. Supreme Court rejected last-minute appeals. O'Dell claimed another inmate killed the victim. authorities dismissed the claim.
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Aiken Standard Contact and Pricing Information
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