Families Celebrate Release of 7 POWs in Iraq
In Lithia Springs Georgia Ronald Young Sr and Kaye Young celebrate at home after learning that son Ronald D Young Jr and six other U S soldiers were freed from captivity in Iraq The Apache helicopter pilot had been listed missing since March 23 neighbors delivered food and flowers as the flag flew outside their home and there was shouted joy and relief across the area
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Allied forces question Iraqi officials amid pursuit of government control
U S Marines curb looting as top Iraqi officials are detained and questioned. Bush praises a Red Oak officer for maintaining peace as POW families celebrate the return home with cheers, flags, and hugs.
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Bush Warns Syria Over Harboring Fugitives
President Bush warns Syria against harboring fugitives and stresses cooperation on border security while Congress debates policy. In related remarks, former official Franks reveals possession of Saddam Hussein DNA samples as part of wartime intelligence efforts and evidence collection.
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Seven U S POWs Rescued Near Tikrit Amid Slow Push
U S forces press toward Tikrit with limited resistance as seven missing American soldiers are freed from a house south of Tikrit after weeks in Iraqi custody. Marines moved through bypassed villages while DNA analysis aids search for Saddam remains and weapons of mass destruction.
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Grassley Warns Bush on Tax Cut Vote Realities
News from Washington where Sen. Chuck Grassley as Finance Committee chair says tax cut advocates lack votes including the president. He notes more bad news than good in town and warns Bush that ending the stock dividend tax cut would be hard to sell.
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Use of HIV law fuels debate over fairness and health
In Johnson County Iowa the rare 1998 HIV transmission law faces criticism and support as prosecutors consider more charges. Assistant County Attorney Anne Lahey argues for a clear statute despite national controversy, noting advances in treatment but stressing accountability.
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