Surge in Katrina death toll drives door to door searches
In New Orleans authorities intensified searches by breaking through doors to reach flooded homes. The death toll in Louisiana rose to 799, with officials warning the total across the Gulf Coast could exceed 1,000 as operations continue for four to six weeks and more children are found.
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Retailers fear slow holiday spending amid soft fashion sales
New fall fashions sit on racks as hot weather high gasoline prices and Katrina ripple keep shoppers away. A AP Ipsos poll shows rising food and gasoline prices fueling consumer concern and merchants warning of cut fall orders if sales don’t improve.
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Roberts gains cautious Democratic support for Roberts confirmation
President Bush faces a fractured Senate as John Roberts edges toward confirmation. Senator Patrick Leahy endorsed him, adding bipartisan weight, while leaders like Harry Reid and Edward Kennedy oppose. Some Democrats remain undecided or leaning, signaling a split view on the next Supreme Court balance.
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Oil prices jump as Rita nears Gulf Coast facilities
Oil futures rose as Rita strengthened to a Category 5 hurricane and threatened Texas refineries. BP, Marathon, and Shell began shutting Texas City and Houston area plants while Gulf production fell sharply and inventories showed mixed signals ahead of possible price spikes.
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Basra protest over British jail raid demands apology
In Basra civilians and police gather with pistols and AK-47s to denounce British aggression over the jail raid that freed two British soldiers. The Basra governor warned of halting cooperation unless Tony Blair offers an apology. In London officials minimize harm to bilateral ties.
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