OPEC leaves output ceiling unchanged amid high oil prices
In Vienna the 11 nation group kept its daily quota at 27 million barrels and suspended its $22 to $28 price band. Kuwaiti oil minister al Sabah said a teleconference is planned before the March 16 Iran gathering to adjust output if needed.
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Bomb Explodes at Port Denia Hotel After ETA Warning
A bomb in a backpack detonated in the Hotel Port Denia courtyard around 3:15 p.m. after a Basque ETA warning. One person injured as authorities investigated the Mediterranean resort town in Alicante province. The caller signed off with Gora ETA.
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Government study finds lean years spur shared ideas
A nationwide analysis by the Government Performance Project warns states faced ailing tax systems and aging infrastructure during downturns yet spurred innovation and efficiency. Utah and Virginia earned A minus grades, while Alabama and California scored C minus. report highlights six year financial plans, modernized tax systems, and workforce strategies.
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Israel plans transfer of five West Bank cities to Palestinians
Israel signals transfer of security control for five West Bank cities to Palestinian authorities in coming days as a step toward resuming peace talks. The move follows easing gestures including a Palestinian cease fire and Gaza patrol deployments, while sparking skepticism and domestic opposition in Israel. A key summit with Mahmoud Abbas and Ariel Sharon, with Condoleezza Rice arriving, aims to yield results rather than a photo op.
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Kuwait forces kill three in raid on suspected militants
In Kuwait City security forces stormed a residential building, exchanging gunfire with suspected terrorists. Three people died including a high-value wanted militant Nasser Slaif al Enezi, plus a security officer and an innocent resident. Four police were wounded and two suspects were arrested as the Interior Ministry reported.
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