Philippine leader vows no deals with Abu Sayyaf
Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo pledged there will be no negotiations with Abu Sayyaf rebels who abducted three Americans from Palawan and threaten beheadings. Military officials doubted Sobero was killed and reported others murdered by the group while two Americans remain in captivity along with two missionaries.
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Truce Begins Amid Suspicion in Israel Palestine
A U S brokered cease fire between Israel and the Palestinians opens with mistrust as both sides back away from early commitments. Tenet and Bush urge deeds over words while security steps and talks continue to shape the fragile pause.
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Republicans back right to sue health plans in bid for patient protections
Several House Republicans supported a plan to expand patients rights against health maintenance organizations. They joined Democrats and urged action as Senate Democrats prepare similar legislation. Advocates say stronger rules would empower patients and doctors against denied care while Bush warns of a veto. Norwood Barr and others emerged as key supporters and potential lead sponsors.
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Portillo enters race for Conservative leadership
Michael Portillo, the party's No. 2 official, announced his bid to lead the Conservatives. He urged a centrist shift to regain public respect after a landslide defeat and said the party should moderate its tone and focus on pragmatic issues while keeping the euro issue in perspective.
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