Thousands of antigovernment protesters circle Thai Parliament
Riot police shielded the Parliament as thousands of demonstrators surround the building in Bangkok. The rally marks a final bid to oust the administration amid tense street confrontations and calls for political change.
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APEC Leaders Declare 18 Months to End Global Crisis
In Lima the 21 Pacific Rim economies say the financial crisis can be quelled within 18 months and pledge no new protectionism for a year while pushing WTO talks. They back a Washington Declaration and cite IMF estimates as skeptical observers doubt the timeline.
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Detainee Dilemma Puts Pressure on Iraq Security Pact
U S military rushes to build criminal cases against about 5000 detainees deemed dangerous amid talks on a security pact that could end the right to hold prisoners without charge. The report notes the ongoing Iraq war toll and related headlines from the Gazette.
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Lotteries Reported Draw Results and Jackpots
Lottery results listed for Iowa and Illinois Sunday and Saturday drawings. Powerball numbers 17 19 26 32 45 with Powerball 14. jackpot 57.6 million and Power Play 4. One ticket won. Wednesday jackpot 15 million. Hot Lotto results show 19 22 34 38 with daily 18. Local notes include Little Lotte entries 46 1831 39.
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Gazette Communications Inc publishes The Gazette Cedar Rapids IA
The Gazette, established 1883, is a daily Cedar Rapids newspaper with mail and carrier subscription options. It lists prices for Morning Editions and Sunday issues, motor route delivery, and long-form subscriptions. The AP provides local news for republication.
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Cedar Rapids Gazette Directory Contacts
Directory style text lists Cedar Rapids and Iowa City phone numbers for circulation and contact options. It includes multiple local area codes and a concluding note about the GazetteOnline.com directory.
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Obama team pushes large two year recovery plan
President elect Obama urges swift passage of a two year stimulus plan to create or save 2.5 million jobs by inauguration. Aides warn against dithering and signal a bold push, with possible tax cut pauses and a demand for a big package, potentially far exceeding 175 billion dollars.
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Obama picks Bill Richardson for commerce secretary
New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson is selected by President-elect Obama to head the Commerce Department. The nomination is expected to be announced after Thanksgiving amid discussions with Democratic officials. Richardson, 61, has served as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and energy secretary and was a former House member.
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Vilsack Declines Ag Secretary Position
Former Iowa governor Tom Vilsack says he will not become United States agriculture secretary. In an email he notes he has not been contacted by Obama aides about the post or any other role in the new administration. His name had been linked in reports, though Obama staff did not confirm.
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