Blair’s Labour suffers shock third in UK local polls
British local elections deliver a crushing blow to Prime Minister Tony Blair’s Labour Party as results show Labour third behind the Conservatives and Lib Dems with Labour losses across northern England. Deputy PM Prescott notes Iraq clouded the vote as Conservatives gain ground and Lib Dems increase seats.
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South Koreans Split Over U.S. Troop Pullout Plan
South Koreans weigh reduced U.S. forces as Washington plans to withdraw 12,500 soldiers by end of 2005. Lawmakers fret security gaps while many civilians fear job losses and altered defense dynamics amid North Korea’s nuclear push. Opinions split by age and views on sovereignty and alliance ties.
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Iraqis blame US led rebuilding as power fails rise
Insurgents target bridges pipelines and power plants as Baghdad endures a brutal summer with electricity under half prewar levels. Attacks cripple Musayyib and Beiji facilities while engineers from Russia and Germany pull out, delaying repairs and fueling Iraqi anger at the U.S. reconstruction effort.
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Rodman sells Newport Beach home after wild parties
Dennis Rodman sold his pinkish-brown beachfront house in Newport Beach for 3.8 million to an Arizona developer paying cash. Rodman bought the five story home in 1996 for 825 thousand. Speculation persists on his California moves amid his divorce proceedings and a restraining order involving his third wife.
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Stolen Virgin Mary statues hit Waite Park town
In Waite Park Minnesota four Virgin Mary statues have been stolen over recent weeks. Joe Fautsch found his lawn statue missing after five years and says the crime may wake others up. Each statue can be worth up to 400 dollars according to Investigator Ben Theisen.
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