EU fines Microsoft record 497.2 million euros for antitrust abuse
The European Union ruled Microsoft guilty of abusing its near monopoly with Windows to squeeze rivals and imposed a 497.2 million euro fine. The antitrust authority also demands changes within 90 days including a Windows version excluding the media player to curb ongoing illegal behavior.
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Hamas chief backs off threats against U S
Abdel Aziz Rantisi in Gaza said Hamas will focus militant activity inside Palestinian land and not target the United States. He spoke after Israel killed founder Sheikh Ahmed Yassin, saying resistance stays within their borders.
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Terrorism priority debate before 9/11 revealed by Clarke
Richard Clarke testified that the Clinton era treated terrorism as a priority and the Bush era saw it as important but not urgent. He said the administration did not act with urgency ahead of September 11, while a commission noted CIA authority confusion over killing or capturing Osama bin Laden.
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Court debates 'under God' pledge in public schools
Supreme Court hearing on the Pledge of Allegiance and the phrase under God centers on whether public school students may recite the oath without government endorsement of religion. Michael Newdow, an atheist parent, argues the phrase violates the First Amendment. the Bush administration counters it reflects religious heritage. Justices question arguments, with Scalia stepping aside amid concerns of bias.
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Diana gowns and treasures head to US exhibit in Fort Lauderdale
A Diana exhibition titled Diana, a Celebration will debut in October at the Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale. It will run Oct 10 to Dec 31 and feature her wedding gown, diamond tiara, 25 foot train, and family photographs as a look into her life and public connections.
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Springy chair incident halts Nebraska Senate debate humor
In Lincoln Sen John Synowiecki laughed when a chair spring snapped during a rural firefighting debate delaying measures.ANCHOAGE Alaska Perry Solmonson completes the 2004 Iditarod finishing 77th, after 15 days 2 hours 50 minutes 36 seconds, with winner Mitch Seavey reaching Nome earlier. A Nebraska textile scientist develops corn husk fibers for textile use, prototype sweater already made in Nebraska red.
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