U S and Chile reach free trade accord agreement
The United States and Chile adopt a free trade pact after more than a decade of talks. Tariffs on over 85 percent of goods will be lifted in year one, with remaining duties ending within four years. Congress and Chilean parliament must approve before signing early next year.
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Lott regrets remarks at Thurmond birthday event
Senate GOP leader Trent Lott apologized for remarks praising Strom Thurmond and the Dixiecrat era. He called the words a mistake of the head not the heart and faced criticism from black leaders and conservatives.
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Surge in heat bill relief as LIHEAP faces cuts
Ronald Evans, 66, in Philadelphia spent hours without heat until an emergency grant covered his $225 overdue bill. Across the country charities utilities and governments report rising need for heating assistance while the Bush administration proposes trimming LIHEAP to 1.4 billion dollars from 1.7 billion. Critics warn over 500 000 residents could lose aid or see reduced benefits if the cut stands.
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