Saddam daughters flee to Jordan amid hunt for Saddam
Saddam Hussein's daughters Raghad and Rana sought refuge in Jordan as the U S approves a 30 million payoff to the informant who led troops to Odai and Qasai, amid intensified raids and ongoing search for Saddam. Jordan's King Abdullah II offered asylum, while U S commanders cautioned on progress and noted continued combat deaths. Bremer forecast elections by mid 2004 and transfer of power to a sovereign Iraqi government.
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North Korea open to six nation talks on nuclear issue
North Korea has dropped insistence on one on one talks with the United States and is ready for six nation negotiations involving China South Korea Japan Russia to resolve Pyongyangs nuclear program. The move follows outreach from China and confirmation from President Bushs administration.
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Teamsters to Back Gephardt for President Endorsement
The Teamsters union plans to endorse Democrat Dick Gephardt for president, a move that would give him a major boost in the 2004 race. The 1.4 million member union is expected to vote via conference call by 22 vice presidents, with events set for Des Moines Manchester and Detroit.
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Senate approves free trade pacts with Chile and Singapore
The Senate approved landmark free trade agreements with Singapore and Chile, marking a milestone as the first South American and first East Asian nations to gain such deals with the United States. Votes were 66-32 for Singapore and 66-31 for Chile, with critics citing worker, environmental, and foreign professional-worker provisions. The pacts, backed by the administration and House, take effect Jan 1, aiming to expand American exports and economic ties globally.
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Agency suspends business with MCI
The General Services Administration suspended federal business with MCI after an investigation found the bankrupt telecommunications grant lacked internal controls and ethics. MCI's government contracts exceed $1 billion annually. The action does not affect existing contracts. Chairman Michael Capellas said the company is rebuilding its ethics program and acknowledges further work.
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