Conjoined twins die after surgery in Singapore
Saleh and Ladan Bijani, 29 year old conjoined twins from Iran, died after neurosurgeons separated them in Singapore on day three of the risky operation. Doctors cited severe blood loss and the difficult separation as factors as the twins remained in critical condition.
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White House retracts claim on Iraq uranium story
The White House said President Bush erred in stating Iraq sought uranium in Africa. Officials tied the correction to forged Niger documents and noted the January State of the Union claim rested on flawed intelligence. A British panel criticized Blair’s government for mishandling Iraq weapons material.
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Kansas red wheat earns high marks despite lower protein
Kansas wheat quality shines with strong testing and 11.5 percent protein, but this year lags 2002 and 10-year averages. Frey notes lower protein complicates marketing as Kansas City mills pay 20 cents more for high protein. About 92 percent harvested, northwest region trails at 81 percent.
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Kansas sales tax tweaks draw business and civic concern
Business and civic leaders worry about delaying penalties as Kansas reviews a remote retailer tax plan tied to the Streamlined Sales Tax Project. Officials cite implementation gaps, a rush to pass laws, and potential revenue shifts for cities like Garden City while stressing a wait-and-see approach.
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County budget talks hinge on 8-mill levy vote next week
County commissioners plan to debate the 2004 budget draft Monday as they consider a proposed 8-mill increase to fund requests across departments. The Register of Deeds seeks 121,235 and County Clerk 276,800, with notable rises in sheriff and appraiser budgets and a stable GIS allocation at 159,700.
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