Muslim nations urged to back U S led Iraq occupation
Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari urged Muslim nations at a Putrajaya meeting to accept the long term occupation and contribute peacekeeping forces and funds. He said withdrawals would be gradual and that other countries were cool to deploying troops. Organiza tion of Islamic Conference members pressed for eviction of U S troops, which Zebari said would not occur soon.
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California extends partner benefits for state contractors
California becomes the first state to require large contractors to offer domestic partner benefits equal to those for spouses. Gov. Gray Davis signed the bill, with the measure set to take effect in 2007. Equality California called the move incredibly significant as Democrats hailed a civil rights victory and Republicans objected.
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Texas to gain congressional seats after redistricting map
After six months and multiple sessions, the Texas Senate approved a new congressional redistricting map sending it to Gov. Perry for signing. Officials estimate Republicans could gain up to six seats, possibly seven, in Texas 32 member delegation currently split 17-15 Democrats to Republicans.
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Washington
Texas Senate
Rick Perry
China Names likely astronaut for Shenzhou 5 mission
Three finalists for China's first manned space flight reached the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Gobi Desert amid tight security. Xinhua cited informed sources and indicated only one candidate will fly aboard Shenzhou 5, the No 1 astronaut.
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Saddam linked to Iraqi insurgency fuels Tikrit clashes
U S military says Saddam Hussein may have been hiding in Tikrit, the insurgency intensifies across central Iraq with attacks that killed three soldiers and wounded five. Maj. Troy Smith notes possible recent presence as 4th Infantry Division contends with mine blasts near Beiji and ambushes near Jalyula. Basra and Diyala also see violence, while arrests follow Baghdad car bombing.
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Diyala
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Unofficial Palestinian Israeli peace plan proposes state and wall
Two years of talks yield an unofficial settlement offering a Palestinian state covering 98 percent of the West Bank and Gaza plus parts of Jerusalem. It envisions a bulwark glass wall around Jerusalem and leaves most refugees out, with options for settlement in Palestine or third countries. The plan, not legally binding, was rejected by Israel's government and has drawn mixed reactions from Palestinian and Israeli negotiators.
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Twin Cities
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Rehn to wed in strapless Badgley Mischka gown
Trista Rehn announced she will marry Ryan Sutter wearing a strapless Badgley Mischka wedding gown with a full skirt and toned with Pilates tanning and facials before ABC broadcasts the ceremony in November. Rehn, Modern Bride cover model, says she is in change mode and brunette.
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Modern Bride
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Outhouse Races Deck Virginia City and Other Global Oddities
Virginia City hosts the annual Outhouse Races with 22 entries vying for the Royal Flush Trophy. Visitors describe the quirky event as bizarre yet entertaining blending humor and local history in Storey County.
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Brett Coleman
Seattle
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