Convictions thrown out in New York torture case
A 2nd U.S. Circuit panel unanimously vacated the convictions of three white officers in the Abner Louima case, citing inadequate defense and tainted juror exposure. The ruling leaves Justin Volpe, the main assailant, serving 30 years, while Schwarz faces a new trial, and Wiese and Bruder are acquitted on obstruction charges. Civil rights leaders criticized the decision as a setback for police abuse victims.
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Hindus blamed for deadly unrest in Gujarat city
In Ahmadabad, vast Hindu mob violence targeted Muslims after a train fire in Godhra. Fire crews were blocked for hours as 58 people died and hundreds injured. Police and security forces struggled to quell the riots amid fears of wider spread.
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EPA official resigns citing White House curb on pollution rules
EPA enforcement chief Eric Schaeffer resigns accusing the White House of weakening anti pollution efforts at power plants. He cites White House review of the new source review rule and talks of settlements with oil refiners and utilities affected by enforcement actions.
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Bush plan updates private drug discount proposal
The Bush administration unveils a revised plan to promote private drug discount cards for seniors to save on prescriptions. Critics call it a rehash, while drug chains and pharmacists oppose it. Medicare chief Scully calls the revision creative. The plan aims to provide lower costs and better information with a small enrollment fee up to 25 dollars. The White House estimates an average 15 percent senior savings.
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