Congress moves to ban partial birth abortion
Washington AP reports eight years of opposition culminate as the House aims to approve a partial birth abortion ban by a strong margin. After Senate tweaks, the bill goes to President Bush for signature, with abortion rights groups threatening immediate court challenges. The measure would prohibit a specific abortion procedure for the first time since 1973.
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Manilow Hurt in Bedroom Collision in Palm Springs
Palm Springs AP report says Barry Manilow walked into a bedroom wall, broke his nose and joked about his prominent nose. He may need surgery, noting he veered left instead of right and hit the wall, keeping his humorous tone.
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Murder suspect confesses to paper from jail
William Wells called The Florida Times-Union from jail and said he planned to plead guilty and be executed for five killings after an accidental shooting of his wife. Jail officials could not confirm the call, but the paper cited Wells’s personal details to authenticate the confession.
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Sharon Abbas Bush meet in Aqaba to pursue Middle East peace
Israeli Prime Minister Sharon pledged to dismantle unauthorized settlements in Palestinian areas while Palestinian leader Abbas vowed to end terrorism and incitement. Bush supported a restructured Palestinian security service and a U.S. on-the-ground mission to monitor progress as Abdullah II hosted a three-way summit.
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Miss Dominican Republic crowned Miss Universe 2003
Amelia Vega, 18, from the Dominican Republic, won Miss Universe 2003 at a Panama City ceremony. The 6-foot-1 aspiring singer is Juan Luis Guerra’s niece and accepted the crown from Justine Pasek. Vega spoke of strength from God and faced 70 contestants, with Cindy Nell of South Africa as second runner up and Mariangel Ruiz among finalists.
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