North Korea cites carelessness in deadly train blast
North Korea said a mishandling during wagons with ammonium nitrate fertilizer caused the Ryongchon railroad explosion that killed hundreds and injured many. The government expressed thanks for international aid offers while U.S. officials weighed possible humanitarian support and access for relief workers.
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SARS deaths prompt Beijing lab sealoff and hospital cases
China sequestered a SARS research facility in Beijing after two lab workers contracted the disease and a nurse suspected of infection. the mother of one worker died, marking the year’s first fatal SARS case. Officials warned of travel fever screenings as authorities monitor potential exposure.
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Sharon recants vow to spare Arafat sparks U S rebuke
President Bush warned Prime Minister Sharon against harming Yasser Arafat after Sharon said he was no longer bound by a pledge to spare the Palestinian leader. The White House stressed the pledge remained binding and urged restraint amid Arab anger.
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Bush moves to restart Libya trade after disarmament
President Bush initiates steps to restore normal trade and investment ties with Libya, permitting resumption of oil imports and most commercial and financial activities as a reward for Muammar Gaddafi dismantling Libya's biological chemical and nuclear programs. Sanctions remain to pressure remaining issues.
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Four detainees linked to Iraq bombing plot and plotters identified
Prosecutors say four terror suspects arrested this week are linked to Iraq bombings and killings in Irbil that killed 109 people. Identified are Ferman Abdulla Ali Berzengi Shaba Shabab and Bilal Ramadan, held on terrorism suspicions after Monday raids.
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Unions Back Rule to Cut Retiree Health Benefits
Labor unions join employer groups in support of a new EEOC rule allowing companies to reduce or end retiree health coverage when they become Medicare eligible. The rule passed 3-1 along party lines and faces further review. AARP opposes it as retirees ring Capitol Hill with objections and lawmakers weigh the political stakes ahead of next year.
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