Pope John Paul II’s blue Ford Escort sells for 690000
In Las Vegas a 1975 Ford Escort GL once owned by Pope John Paul II sold for 690000 to Houston lawyer John O QuNn who plans to display it in a hometown museum. Auctioneer Dean Kruse called the sale original papal condition with no hubcaps or radio.
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U S and Japan announce military pact to strengthen alliance
Washington and Tokyo unveiled a 14 page accord to streamline U S forces overseas. Seven thousand Marines will depart Okinawa over six years to Guam while Futenma air station closes and functions shift to Camp Schwab. Officials say the pact boosts alliance and shares regional security.
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California Capitol confrontations over immigration police plan
About 1,000 people gathered at the California Capitol in dueling protests over a proposed state immigration police force. Police on horseback separated groups to keep order as officers reported three arrests during the two hour standoff illustrating deep state divides on border security. Twenty five groups planned to participate, close to typical levels. Fat Tuesday is set for February 28 next year.
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Bush says progress being made in Iraq
President Bush in his weekly radio address says progress is being made in Iraq and calls for steadfast effort. He cites training Iraqi forces and supporting a new government as steps to complete the mission and win the war on terror. In West Jakarta another report notes a violence outbreak in Central Sulawesi where attackers killed three high school girls and seriously injured a fourth near Poso Kota.
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Danish police arrest two in alleged terror plot
Danish police detained a man and a woman in Copenhagen on suspicion of aiding four youths arrested Thursday for an imminent terror attack. A court ordered the pair held until November 16.
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Mardi Gras organizers plan festival for 2006 in New Orleans
New Orleans AP report says Mardi Gras organizers told city council there is no stopping the festival next year. They confirmed plans to proceed with the 2006 celebration despite concerns.
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