Gasoline and energy prices rise amid market jitters
Washington analysts warn high energy costs threaten consumer spending and risk a recession if oil stays expensive. Saudi Arabia plans to boost supply next summer, but effects reach the U.S. later, with refiners and transport sectors already raising prices.
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U.S. forces storm Kufa mosque in first incursion
U.S. and Iraqi troops raided a Kufa mosque amid clashes with al Sadr loyalists. Army said 32 militiamen were killed and seized weapons including a machine gun, mortars and RPG rounds. Nine U.S. soldiers were wounded around Baghdad as fighting spread to Najaf and Karbala.
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Young readers fuel love of books at Bowie Elementary
James and Carol, second and third graders, turn reading into a daily habit beyond class. James, with asthma and hospital time, helps his mother read and now reads aloud during drives. Carol, a self starter at Bowie, collected 700 accelerated reading points by reading 126 thick books, earning field trips and bragging rights while pursuing higher levels.
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Bees sting trio as student helps sick classmate
Phleps stayed to aid the ill Blaha while Beekeeper teammates Advincula and Phelps fought off a swarm. Blaha, stung six times, was taken to Ben Taub Hospital. Phelps endured about 35 stings but returned to class soon after.
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Bee Precautions Quick Steps After Sting
Advice for sting victims urges moving to a safe area promptly. Do not squeeze the stinger. Remove it with a fingernail blade or credit card. Wash the area with soap and water. Apply an ice pack a few minutes to ease pain and swelling.
Beekeeping Precautions and Bee Attack Incident
General precautions warn of buzzing indicating nests in sheds and outbuildings and advise examining areas before mowing entering pens or tied animals. A Fort Bragg incident described Advincula and Phelps with bees, county workers extracting honey from a rotted stump as bees remained active and avoidance of stings.
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Nader suggests Edwards Gephardt as Kerry running mates
Independent candidate Ralph Nader said Kerry should consider North Carolina Senator John Edwards and Missouri Representative Dick Gephardt for vice president. He advised Kerry during a Washington meeting while Kerry stays firm on his own campaign and ignores calls to drop out. Kerry joked about Nomar Garciaparra as a potential running mate amid Sox mania and World Series hopes.
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Bush Prompts Iraqi Military Handover Ahead of Speech
Lawmakers urge prompt transfer as Bush faces polls showing low approval amid Iraqi unrest. Senator Lugar demands concrete plans while Hillary Clinton warns outcomes hinge on June 30 choices. UN envoy Brahimi to propose interim leadership as Powell notes ministries handed to Iraq cabinet. Gen Abizaid says multinational force extends without a time limit. Bush to address at 7 p.m.
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