Democratic Candidates Pour Money Into TV Ads Ahead of Primaries
Four Democratic presidential hopefuls have spent about 6 million on television commercials as the first votes approach. Iowa and New Hampshire are the primary targets with Howard Dean leading in fundraising and ad buys at around 2 million, followed by John Edwards and John Kerry. Dick Gephardt trails.
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China Celebrates First Space Trip Hero Yang Liwei
China lauds Yang Liwei as a space hero after Shenzhou 5 lands in Inner Mongolia at 6 23 a m Beijing time. Yang said the 21 and a half hour mission left him fatigued yet satisfied and eager for a longer flight. State media and front pages hailed the achievement as a major national milestone.
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Iraq reconstruction plan overcharges petroleum purchases by $200 million
The Bush administration's Iraq reconstruction bill could cost taxpayers about $200 million more than necessary for buying and importing liquefied petroleum gas propane gasoline kerosene and diesel fuel. A Congressional Research Service report says the bill requests 900.6 million for fuel in the fiscal year starting October 1 while purchases could total 704 million.
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Consumer prices rise 0.3 percent as production rebounds
The Labor Department reports a 0.3 percent September rise in the CPI driven by higher gasoline prices, easing deflation concerns. Factory output rose 0.7 percent led by autos, while mining output stayed flat and utilities fell 2.2 percent.
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Security Council backs Iraq aid push with broad support
The United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution to attract more troops and funds for Iraq's reconstruction. China, Pakistan and Syria backed the measure, while France Germany and Russia joined as critics of the war but refused new military or financial pledges. The plan envisions a U.N. authorized multinational force led by the United States and a Madrid donors conference on Oct 23 24 to secure pledges and troops.
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Pope John Paul II marks 25 years as pope in Vatican
An ailing Pope John Paul II celebrates his 25th anniversary as pontiff in St. Peter’s Square with tens of thousands in attendance. He appears weary yet speaks with resolve, urging prayer and continued service to Christ, while Cardinal Ratzinger commends his endurance and care for the poor and vulnerable.
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Lennon Legend and Yao Ming in legal and security news
Yoko Ono previews Lennon Legend a mix of restored clips new animation and unseen footage ahead of its October Britain and November U S release. Yao Ming nears settlement with Coca Cola over use of his photo in Shanghai with an apology likely. Bruce Kulick shot in the leg outside Rainbow Bar and Grill in West Hollywood. suspect detained amid brave bystanders.
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Crockett weighs which governor to invite for bridge opening
Officials in Crockett debate whether Gov. Gray Davis or Gov.-elect Arnold Schwarzenegger should attend the Carquinez Bridge ribbon cutting set for Nov. 15. Davis cleared the date with his office before recall results were certified.
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