Farrakhan ban likely extended in Britain
Britain leans to extending a 12 year ban on Louis Farrakhan from entering the country but grants a last chance to appeal. Home Secretary Jack Straw had weighed lifting the ban after a pledge not to attack whites Jews or homosexuals. An inquiry into Stephen Lawrence’s 1993 killing was disrupted by Farrakhan supporters this week.
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Philippines leader blesses palace room after chandelier fall
New Philippine president Joseph Estrada ordered holy water sprinkled in the palace music room where a chandelier fell on his first day in office. He joked about a haunted palace and noted his luck charms as he prepared to induct Cabinet members.
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South Korea to grant amnesty without contrition pledge
South Korea will grant special amnesty to political prisoners even if they do not sign a statement abandoning ideological beliefs, following President Kim Dae-jung's order for Aug. 15 liberation anniversary amnesty. The move ends the prior demand for a "conversion letter" criticized by Amnesty International and rights groups. In The Hague, police found a nearly four year old girl confined at home in an attic with rotting refuse, sleeping as a child with a two year old developmental level. The mother, hospitalized for psychiatric evaluation, gave no details about the father. the child was placed under protection and undergoing medical assessment.
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Albanians Press Strategy for Kosovo Independence in Pristina
Ethnic Albanian political leaders from sixteen parties met in Pristina to plan a joint strategy with the Kosovo Liberation Army. They adjourned without a decision on blending guerrilla action with nonviolent efforts as U.S. support for Rugova persists amid ongoing clashes with Serbian security forces.
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Hong Kong marks handover anniversary amid mixed signals
On the first anniversary of the handover, pro democracy figures join a toast with Beijing backed leaders, signaling no dramatic crackdown yet. Tung Chee Hwa and Jiang Zemin vow no interference while Hong Kong focuses on economic concerns amid a regional downturn.
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Guinea-Bissau capital hit by grenades and gunfire
Gunfire and rocket grenades ripped through Bissau as clashes between government troops and renegade forces intensified after peace talks were canceled. Civilians fled, at least three civilians died and 12 were wounded as fighting spread toward Mansoa. ECOWAS discussed peacekeeping options in Abidjan.
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Needle exchange urged at AIDS meeting
Delegates at the World AIDS Congress urged expanding needle exchange programs worldwide to curb HIV spread from drug injection. Poverty, falling drug prices, trafficking, and harsh government attitudes hinder progress. Experts noted rising infections among drug users in Malaysia, Vietnam, Russia, and Nigeria.
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