President Bush briefly transfers power during colon screening
President Bush underwent a colonoscopy at Camp David with no polyps found. He transferred presidential powers to Vice President Dick Cheney for about two hours to undergo the routine screening and reassure the public about his health.
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Border clash escalates as North Korea and South trade blame
In a 21 minute Yellow Sea confrontation after Pyongyang sank a South patrol boat four sailors died and 19 wounded. President Kim Dae-jung convened an emergency NSC meeting as a 1 200 ton South Korean battleship and fighter jets moved to the border while defense officials demanded apology and punishment.
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North Korea Warship Clash Draws US South Korea Involvement
North Korea and South Korea fought at 10:25 a.m. as South Korean vessels repelled two North Korean navy ships and several fishing boats. Gen. Leon LaPorte said the attack violated the Armistice Agreement and US forces in South Korea remained in close contact with North Korea after the incident. A Northern warship was seen towed from the scene in flames. no casualty figures were immediately available. Pentagon spokesman Randy Sandoz said there was no heightened alert and no US request for aid.
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Pension funds keep course after WorldCom Enron losses
Across the nation public pension funds report millions in losses from WorldCom and Enron debacles but say no immediate strategy changes. Top funds like California Public Employees Retirement System and New York state face sizable WorldCom stock and bond losses, yet officials cite diversification and reliance on public information.
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