White House opposes turning Iraq aid into loans
The Bush administration restated opposition to converting the $20.3 billion Iraqi rebuilding aid into loans, while Congress weighs $87 billion for Iraq and Afghanistan. A loan would slow regional stabilization and burden Iraq with debt, the White House letter argued. Separately, a Staten Island ferry crash left at least 10 dead or injured as emergency crews treated victims, with investigators probing pilot Richard Smith's actions and possible medical factors.
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Security Council backs broader Iraqi aid mandate
The United States and key allies won a late push for a UN resolution granting a broader multinational mandate for postwar troops in Iraq. France Germany and Russia supported the measure after intense diplomacy, but no immediate funds or troops were pledged. The pact aims to foster reconstruction while observers note costs and casualties will rise.
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Tragic school bus crash kills child injures four
A collision near a rest area involved a school bus and a tractor trailer. One child died and four others were injured, with emergency crews and local officials detailing the scene and community impact. The incident prompted district delays and counselor support for students.
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Attack prompts warnings as Gaza bombing evades effort
Arafat and Palestinian PM Ahmed Qurein condemned the Wednesday bombing. The attack may push U S disengagement and deter international aid. Israeli raids in Rafah search for weapon tunnels, killing a Palestinian security member and wounding 14. FBI and Israeli police began investigation with FBI basing work on Israeli evidence.
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SCCC president Grote dies after DUI arrest
Grote, longtime Seward County Community College president since 1994, died amid an alleged DUI arrest. He cooperated with authorities and showed no signs of crisis. Funeral Mass set for Friday at the college gym with campus closed and classes canceled. Grote is survived by daughter Stephanie and son Curtis. services handled by Kitch Brenneman Funeral Home.
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Emporia State University
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