Putin pledges democracy drive and new premier in inaugural
Vladimir Putin vowed to finish building democracy in Russia and restore world power status in his Kremlin oath. He named Mikhail Kasyanov, 41, as prime minister, signaling market reforms and a generational shift with Yeltsin by his side. Parliament expected to swiftly confirm the Cabinet choice.
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Russia
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Earthquake in Indonesia Leaves 35 Dead
A 6.5 magnitude quake struck eastern Sulawesi and offshore Peleng Banggai, damaging hundreds of homes. Army spokesman Sgt. Sarifudin Arifat said 35 total deaths, 148 injuries with 43 serious, as rescuers and soldiers provide food and erect tents for survivors.
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Rebels halt violent advance in Sierra Leone clash
In Sierra Leone the rebel Revolutionary United Front melted into the jungle after skirmishes with U.N. forces and a government helicopter gunship near Rogberi. U.N. Brig. Gen. Mohammed Garba called the troop movements a confidence-building mission while Sankoh appeared to order a halt to the advance. Hundreds of peacekeepers remain unaccounted for, with rebels denying hostage claims.
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Campaign to pressure German firms over Nazi slave labor fund
Jewish groups push for publicizing reluctant German companies to compel contributions to the $4.6 billion fund for Nazi-era slave and forced laborers. The fund, split evenly between industry and government, has raised about $1.3 billion, with organizers vowing intensified efforts and possible public naming of holdouts to boost pledges.
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