Regulators Question Mutual Fund Trading Abuse
Senate hearing criticized the response of federal regulators to alleged widespread trading abuses in the mutual fund industry. Senator Susan Collins pressed the SEC and related officials, noting practices favor a few at the expense of most investors and calling for stronger detection and penalties.
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Maine
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Senate Governmental Affairs Committee
Foreign fighters heading to Iraq elusive from Syria
US officials warn foreigners may still slip into Iraq to fight coalition forces. An old Arab volunteer gathering point near Damascus at Yarmouk has been abandoned, with faded posters of Palestinian martyrs in a refugee camp. About 300 volunteers reportedly left from the area in the spring.
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Congress approves $87.5 billion for Iraq and Afghanistan
The Senate and House approved an $87.5 billion package for Iraq and Afghanistan. President Bush is expected to sign soon as critics argue the plan reflects ongoing policies. White House spokesperson Scott McClellan defended the measure amid security concerns.
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America
Death toll in California wildfires rises to 22
The death toll from Southern California's wildfires increased to 22 as crews near containment. Frigid weather brought rain and snow aiding efforts yet fatigue lingered among firefighters who were sent home while remaining teams watched hotspots. Bush planned a San Diego County tour with Davis and Schwarzenegger.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger
Mortar attack hits Green Zone as Spain pulls diplomats
Guerrillas fired multiple mortars into the Baghdad Green Zone injuring four people. Spain withdrew 25 of its 29 diplomats amid escalating violence while other coalition partners moved staff to Jordan.
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Governors and Mayors Race Headlines Across States
Mississippi tight race between Gov. Musgrove and Haley Barbour. Barbara Blackmon loses bid for first black woman lieutenant governor to Amy Tuck. Kentucky elected Ernie Fletcher over Ben Chandler. Richie Farmer defeats Alice Baesler for agriculture commissioner. Louisiana to hold November runoff between Kathleen Blanco and Bobby Jindal. New Jersey Democrats gain control of both houses. Virginia Republicans keep majorities. Philadelphia mayoral race sees John Street win reelection amid controversy. Houston field narrows behind Bill White. Gavin Newsom leads in San Francisco mayoral race to replace Willie Brown.
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Roddick to star in reality show The Tour next summer
Andy Roddick the world’s top ranked tennis player and US Open champion will headline a reality show The Tour tracking his life on tour next summer. He says the show will show fame fans and fellow players with unlimited access except his bedroom.
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Mandy Moore
Andy Roddick
Tam
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Final Matrix film released this week in Sydney
Keanu Reeves says The Matrix Revolutions, filmed largely in Sydney, marks the final chapter of the trilogy. Producer Joel Silver touts Sydney as the perfect setting and calls the story a complete three part arc ending the series.
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Larry Wachowski
Paganini Violin Debuts in U S for Regina Carter
Regina Carter became the first non classical and first black artist to play Paganini s famed violin in a U S debut at Lincoln Center Alice Tully Hall The 18th century instrument last appeared on U S soil a decade ago Carter led a quintet and orchestra performing a fusion of classical influenced and jazz tunes on the Genoa crafted violin.
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Flowers land man in jail as part of probation
In Memphis David Alan Waters pleaded guilty to vandalism over $1,000 and received a two year suspended sentence with two years probation. To fulfill terms he planted 10 chrysanthemum flowers in Minnie Becton’s yard, though Becton disputes the deed. The judge revoked part of the probation and Waters faces about seven months additional jail time. Separately in Kerrville Texas officials clash with a Christmas decorating nonprofit over how early decorations appear, with a proposed policy to curb pre Halloween displays.
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