Rice Praises Miers As A Probing Justice Candidate
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice defends Harriet Miers, praising her probing intellect and potential as a great justice. She argues critics misread her as unqualified and notes Miers’ work on wartime powers. Senate Democrats caution hearings will probe values and beliefs to form an informed judgment.
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Bird flu fears prompt CDC guidance and tips
U S officials answer readers questions on safety of bird feeders dead birds home flocks Tamiflu and vaccines and eating poultry amid fears of a possible global outbreak. The CDC reports a flood of inquiries with extensive media interest and stockpiling debates while health experts urge standard flu precautions and proper cooking to stay safe.
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Tropical Storm Wilma Could Threaten Gulf Coast
A tropical depression near Grand Cayman is expected to become Tropical Storm Wilma by Monday, possibly becoming the 21st named storm of the season. Forecasters say it could move west then north into the Gulf, with a Cayman Islands warning in effect.
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DeLay Raises Record Funds Ahead of Indictment
Cash in Rep. Tom DeLay’s campaign coffers reached 1.2 million over the last three months, with about 920 thousand raised July 1 to September 30 ahead of a March primary. His Democratic challenger is expected to be former Rep. Nick Lampson, who lost his seat in 2004 after redistricting.
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Explosion at Lyondell-Citgo Plant Injures Worker in Houston
A contractor at the Lyondell-Citgo refinery in southeastern Houston suffered minor burns to the hands and arms after an explosion around 12:15 p.m. Sunday. Firefighters contained the blaze and cooled the plant while assisting the company. The injured worker was taken to Memorial Hermann Hospital. no names released.
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