Kim Jong Il Moves to Run for Presidency in North Korea
North Korean leader Kim Jong Il designated the district for his parliamentary run signaling a move toward the presidency. Analysts say the step signals intent to assume top executive post as the Supreme People’s Assembly could elect the president. The regime notes the shift amid a long tenure as supreme military commander and party head.
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Quake off Acapulco. no damage reported
A 5.4 magnitude quake struck southern central Mexico at 3 11 a m with epicenter offshore from Acapulco. No damage or injuries were reported. In Brazil a Datafolha poll shows Cardoso leading Lula 40 to 28 with a 2 point margin of error. Berlin hosts Love Parade drawing about 500 000 attendees amid heavy rain and criticism over trash and cleanup.
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Godzilla fans split over Hollywood makeover in Tokyo
In Tokyo's Ginza district early Saturday Masato Kasuya and others witnessed the American Godzilla move from beloved monster to a four footed fast CGI reptile. Fans fear the new design departs from Toho's upright man in a monster suit, affecting cultural icon status created since 1954.
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Mandela vows to stop sinister forces in security services
President Nelson Mandela promised to combat sinister elements within the security forces amid reports that police may be involved in political violence that killed 23 people. He spoke at a Richmond funeral after a weekend of slayings linked to a tavern bombing during World Cup viewing, urging swift action against killers.
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