Senate OKs 23 Billion in Water Projects
The Senate authorized 23 billion for water projects including Louisiana coast restoration and Florida Everglades. Passed 81-12 after White House veto threat over cost inflation. Supporters predicted likely override if Bush vetoes.
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Congress weighs expanded children health plan in vote
Congress faces a fight over expanding the State Children’s Health Insurance Program with $35 billion more over five years to aid 4 million additional children. President Bush would veto. Democrats frame the vote as a contrast to support for the Iraq war.
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Iran president challenges 9/11 and Holocaust at Columbia
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad questioned the Sept. 11 attacks and defended doubt about the Holocaust during a tense Columbia University appearance. Columbia President Lee Bollinger denounced him as a petty dictator as he faced questions on Iran's human rights and foreign policy.
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UAW Strike Highlights Job Security at GM
UAW says the nationwide strike against General Motors centers on securing future job commitments for union members. About 73,000 workers at 80 plants walked out to force promises that future GM vehicles will be built in the U.S., protecting jobs and benefits amid corporate restructuring.
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International Leaders Attend U.N. Climate Summit
International members of the General Assembly attend the U.N. Climate Summit at United Nations headquarters on Monday to discuss global environmental policy and action.
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UN climate summit urged to push urgent action
At the United Nations climate summit world leaders pressed for action to reduce warming emissions. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger urged action while the Bush administration signaled no move toward mandatory cuts, amid fears of rival talks. Myanmar civilians joined monks in a protest against the military government in Yangon.
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Monks Lead Largest Myanmar Protests in Two Decades
Myanmar's military government warned on Monday at monks who led a 100000-strong march in a major city. The protests mark the strongest challenge to the regime in 20 years and echo the 1988 uprising as authorities face mounting pressure.
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