Census Bureau names Hispanics largest U S minority group
The Census Bureau on Wednesday declared Hispanics the nation’s largest minority group, a milestone reflecting rapid growth. Figures show Hispanics at 38.8 million in July 2002, up about 10 percent from 2000, while African Americans reach 38.3 million and Asians 11.6 million.
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Israel says Jesus ossuary inscription a forgery
Israel’s Antiquities Authority announced that the inscription on the James ossuary is a modern forgery. The 20 by 11 inch burial box is ancient but the words James son of Joseph brother of Jesus are not authentic.
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Bombing in Israeli Village Leaves Attacker Dead
A bomber blew himself up in Sde Trumpt village in the Jordan River valley early Thursday, killing himself and wounding a restaurant owner. The assailant's action came as police described the attack and noted the broader context of security incidents in the region.
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Jordan River Valley
Sde Trumpt
IRS warns parents on child tax credit scams
The IRS cautions parents about scams offering faster refunds on the child tax credit to 25 million families this summer. Some calls demand a $39.99 credit card charge and parents report being charged without receiving the promised speedier refund.
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Washington
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AMA to Seek Stronger Tobacco Warnings
Chicago. The American Medical Association voted to pursue stronger tobacco product warnings with pictorials and larger, sharper messages. The policy also urged greater awareness of underage drinking and supported higher excise taxes on alcohol and tobacco.
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American Medical Association
74 Arrests Tied to 9/11 Credit Union Fraud
Nearly 30 city employees are among 74 suspects in a scheme using a malfunctioning ATM after the 11 September attacks to steal millions from 4187 government employees’ accounts. Officials seek 44 more arrests as $15 million is traced to withdrawals exceeding balances.
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Federal agencies criticized for biotech oversight in crops
SAN FRANCISCO. Coors Brewing Co Frito-Lay and H J Heinz were among USS companies dabbling in genetically modified crops in recent years even as consumer acceptance of such products remained in doubt.
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More wiretapped calls found in Peterson case
An investigator in the Scott Peterson case says 176 calls were recorded without his knowledge. The discovery could complicate prosecutions as defense claims misconduct over other taped conversations surface in court papers.
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Fugitive rapist Andrew Luster captured in Puerto Vallarta
Andrew Luster, 39, heir to the Max Factor fortune and convicted rapist, was arrested by Mexican police in Puerto Vallarta after a chase by bounty hunters from California. He was dragged from his car following a struggle and taken toward the United States as authorities stopped the group outside town.
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