Government weighs safe or cheap drug imports
The Bush administration argues that legalizing prescription drug imports from Canada would yield little savings for consumers and face safety concerns. Yet many Americans already buy cheaper brand-name medicines from Canada, and lawmakers from both parties push for imports amid rising drug prices. The report notes ten million illegal shipments worth 1.4 billion dollars entered the U.S. in 2003, about half from Canada, while advocacy groups stress real-world demand and political support for import legislation.
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Idaho among fastest growing states in Census rankings
The Census Bureau lists Idaho in fourth place for fastest growth as the West proves most dynamic. Planners in Kootenai County scramble to update plans and fix zoning, while residents note expansion along highways and new retail. Excerpt cites Nevada Utah New Mexico Arizona Florida Georgia Texas Delaware North Carolina as top grow states.
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WorldScope Highlights From Iraq to France
Najaf bombings killing over sixty five may aim to disrupt Iraq elections. Yushchenko and Yanukovich debated on live TV in the disputed election. Several senators voiced no confidence in the Secretary of Defense. France inaugurates the world’s tallest structure designed to ease regional traffic.
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U.S. sprinter sues BALCO owner for defamation over drug claims
A renowned female sprinter, multiple Olympic gold medalist and world champion, denies PED use amid widespread accusations. She sues the BALCO founder for defamation and seeks a lie detector test, asserting false claims from an accuser. The case follows prior allegations including from her ex-husband.
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Women soccer star barred from men's pro team
Maribel Dominguez, renowned women’s footballer, was blocked from signing with a men’s professional squad. The incident underscores ongoing gender barriers in top-tier soccer and highlights disputes over equal opportunities in the sport.
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