Campaign cash questioned in Colombian bid
A report cites a non profit foundation run by President Ernesto Samper's wife used to raise funds for city parks and alleged to have aided his 1994 campaign. Investigators probe possible drug money and underreporting of contributions.
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Iraq spurns Kuwait Israel monitors for referendum
Iraq says it will invite 20 000 foreign lawmakers and journalists to observe the referendum on Saddam Hussein’s seven year presidency none from Kuwait or Israel invited. Typhoon Oscar hits Japan causing deaths and missing persons as it veers off. Israel and PLO discuss Hebron sovereignty and broader Palestinian autonomy ahead of a White House ceremony.
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Secession Referendum Tightens In Quebec Nearing Oct Ballot
The AP notes a close race as Quebec moves toward an independence referendum in six weeks. About 4.9 million voters, largely French speaking, prepare to vote October 30 with English Canada uneasy over a possible Yes victory and organizers voicing growing concern.
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Hong Kong Voters Back Democracy as Beijing Allies Lose
Hong Kong's Sunday elections produced a decisive win for democracy allied independents and the Democratic Party over the pro Beijing DAB. Democratic leader Martin Lee held strong with about 79 percent, signaling a near rout of pro China candidates amid vows to dismantle the legislature.
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Independent candidate assassinated in Algiers region
Abdel Magid Ben Hadid, 50, an independent presidential candidate, was shot dead in Boudouaou, east of Algiers, amid ongoing political violence. The election date remains disputed as opposition groups claim the vote is a military-backed ploy. Explosions and reported massacres by Islamic militants add to the turmoil.
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