Florida evacuees flee as Rita nears Keys storm watch declared
Thousands of tourists jam Florida highways after authorities urge evacuations from the lower Keys as Tropical Storm Rita approaches. Gov. Jeb Bush declares a state of emergency. hurricane watch covers the Keys and residents in mobile homes are told to prepare. Rita, the 17th named storm, could become a hurricane moving west into the Gulf toward Texas, with potential impact on areas already hit by Katrina and Dennis.
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Merkel Builds Lead but Needs Coalition in Tight German Vote
Angela Merkel claimed a mandate to form a new German government after the elections, with her Christian Democrats leading Schroeder's Social Democrats but short of a majority. Schroeder argued his party remains a force, while coalition options with the Free Democrats were also discussed. In global diplomacy, Chinese proposals on North Korea’s disarmament stirred talks, with U S officials signaling cautious openness as six-nation talks convened.
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U S presses Syria at UN amid mid East talks
At the United Nations Condoleezza Rice leads U S efforts to keep pressure on Syria labeling it a middlesome neighbor and a holdout against democratic reforms in the Middle East. She holds high level Lebanon talks and a gathering of mediators aiding Israel and the Palestinians after Israel’s Gaza withdrawal. No major peace announcements are expected from the Mideast peacemakers meeting.
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Emmy Favorites Grab Emmy Trophies in Early Awards Show
A trio of past Emmy favorites won early awards at the ceremony in Los Angeles. Brad Garrett and Doris Roberts of Everybody Loves Raymond and William Shatner of Boston Legal earned supporting actor honors, with Garrett joking about dedicating the win to Britney Spears and their baby. Blythe Danner won best supporting actress in a drama for Huff. The night included tributes to Johnny Carson and Hurricane Katrina relief calls, as the TV industry celebrated renewed buzz for broadcast networks.
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Lee Maroon topple Dobie 45 29 in wild varsity clash
Lee Maroon offense rolled to 382 total yards as they defeated Dobie 45 29 in a game highlighted by Tim Jirrell 7 of 10 passing for 209 yards and four touchdowns. Anthony Little caught two TD passes including a 40 yard strike while Taj Burns added a 70 yard score and Steven Banuelos led rushers with 64 yards on seven carries.
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