Census privacy sparks protest over 53 question form
In Virginia Beach and nationwide, residents like James Snead push back against the Census Bureau’s 53 question form. Snead mailed back only his name and address citing privacy concerns, while officials insist full answers are needed to properly distribute federal funds and services.
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Evacuations intensify as Mount Usu erupts in Hokkaido
Thousands flee as Mount Usu in Hokkaido erupts with ash and lava fragments. Evacuees endure days in shelters while authorities urge continued cautious relocation to avoid dangerous pyroclastic flows and further damage to crops and homes.
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Russians Find 33 Missing After Chechen Ambush
Russian troops recovered 33 bodies after a Chechen ambush on a convoy in Vedeno district. six soldiers remained missing. Of the 32 bodies located, 19 were retrieved, 13 left behind due to mines. four soldiers died, six retreated to base. United Nations rights chief Mary Robinson visited the region to assess abuses and refugee conditions.
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Chechnya
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North Caucasus
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Clinton urges Congress to renew oil reserve authority
President Clinton chides Congress for failing to renew his authority to tap the strategic oil reserve amid rising gasoline prices. He calls for unfettered access to emergency stockpiles and swift passage of energy measures, while House Speaker Dennis Hastert attacks administration policies.
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Dennis Hastert
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Taxpayer privacy protection proposed by House Republicans
Rep. Bill Archer announced three days of hearings starting April 11 on options to reform the tax system. The plan aims to shield sensitive tax data and offer relief on interest and penalties as lawmakers consider a national sales tax or flat tax proposal.
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House
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Ways and Means Committee
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