Estrada widens lead in Philippine presidential race
Vice President Joseph Estrada broadened his lead as about 62 percent of votes were counted, with 37 percent support. Jose de Venecia trailed with 16 percent and Raul Roco had 14 percent amid concerns over slow tallying and potential fraud.
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Sinn Fein official shot in church during First Communion
Dublin Sinn Fein figure and his son were shot at St. Joseph's church during First Communion services. Both were hospitalized in stable condition after a gunman fired at close range and fled, scattering about 70 children. The attack occurred in Ballymun, central Dublin.
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Argentina recalls Iran diplomats over bomb attacks
Argentina recalls all diplomats from Iran except the charge d affaires in a move linked to two deadly bombing attacks on Jewish targets in Argentina. The foreign ministry said relations were cut to the minimum amid growing certainties of Iranian involvement. Iranian TV offered no details.
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Americans flee Jakarta amid riot crisis with chartered flights
Hundreds of Americans try to leave Indonesia as U S Embassy arranges three extra Boeing 747s to airlift 800 to Singapore and Bangkok after earlier departures. Police escort buses to airports as fear and chaos persist in Jakarta and other cities.
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World leaders rebuked over weak India stance at G eight
At the G eight summit in Birmingham Pakistan condemned the response to India's five nuclear tests as very weak. Leaders worried about an arms race in Asia urged stronger action and pledged to crack down on high tech crime. Clinton hinted at easing sanctions if India restrained explosions.
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Sunny Monday Forecast for South Carolina Midlands
The sun returns on Monday with sunny skies and highs in the 90s for the South Carolina midlands. Upstate areas will be slightly cooler by a few degrees, and CSRA overnight lows will remain in the 60s.
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NBC to rerun Seinfeld finale during sweeps period
Los Angeles AP reports NBC will air a Seinfeld finale rerun on Wednesday to cover the rating sweeps. The episode drew about 76 million viewers on Thursday as Jerry and the gang face trial over a good Samaritans law after filming a fat carjacking victim. In Miami, Norland High School riot leads to seven arrests for fighting and disorderly conduct amid a protest against the first-year principal, with no injuries reported.
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Peaceful walkout targets Miami principal in 2300-student school
A peaceful walkout protests Principal Carroll Williams of a 2300-student Miami-Dade school. The event highlights local tensions as communities question leadership during a formative year.
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Aiken Standard Circulation and Delivery Details
The Aiken Standard dates back to 1867 and is published weekday afternoons plus weekend editions. Home delivery costs 9.30 monthly, 27.90 quarterly, 111.60 yearly. county mail 11.55 monthly. delivery by 5 p.m. weekdays and 7 a.m. weekends with a customer service line for issues.
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