House blocks FDA from approving RU-486 amid abortion fight
The House voted 223 to 202 to bar using federal funds to regulate or approve the French abortion pill RU-486, an amendment by Rep. Tom Coburn. The move aims to derail expected FDA action, with the White House opposing it. A related floor fight over contraceptive coverage by federal employee plans was delayed.
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Two Mexican Nationals Arrested at White House Gates
Immigation officials report two Mexican nationals, employees of HDO Productions, were stopped at the White House grounds Tuesday after presenting fake alien registration cards. They were not authorized to work in the United States and face federal charges for possession of fraudulent documents. Secret Service detained them and the U S attorney for the District of Columbia has authorized prosecution.
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Israel, Lebanon plan largest swap in two years
Israel begins unearthing 40 Shiite guerrillas and 66 live prisoners to swap for one Israeli sergeant. Channel 2 TV says the exchange will occur tonight with the body of Sgt. Itamar Ilya arriving from Beirut then to Lebanon. A second stage is planned Friday with 16 Lebanese prisoners freed.
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Gingrich seeks deeper cut in capital gains tax
House Speaker Newt Gingrich proposes lowering the top capital gains tax to 15 percent and reducing lower-tier rates, arguing it will unleash investment and boost revenue. GOP leaders haggle over paying for broader tax relief while Senate Democrats resist scaling cuts via domestic programs.
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E coli outbreak hits kids at Cobb water park in Georgia
In Marietta Cobb County nine children contracted an extremely dangerous E coli strain at White Water Park after a child with diarrhea exposed swimmers. Two remained in critical condition as health officials urged cautious behavior while noting the outbreak is a rare public pool case. The park limited attendance for under fours, required sealed pants in kiddie pools, and set up a helpline for worried parents.
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Clinton veto on private school tax break bill advances
The Senate passed a private school tax break bill 59 to 36, but short of the two thirds needed to override a presidential veto. Supporters say it would spur private savings and aid 20 million students. opponents flag misaligned benefits and GOP cuts to federal education funding.
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Bruce Willis Demi Moore end Hollywood marriage in public
Publicist Pat Kingsley disclosed the end of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore’s decade long marriage while noting no custody decision or divorce filing appeared in Los Angeles on Wednesday. The couple, married since 1987, faced questions about separation custody and public roles in Planet Hollywood.
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Nicholson visits Partagas factory in Havana for cigars
Our man in Havana Jack Nicholson's trip to Cuba sparked talk of a quest for expensive cigars. Cuban media says he visited the Partagas factory and promised to return with some of the priciest cigars for the United States. He arrived Monday and replied to questions with films. Today’s birthdays include Sidney Lumet at 74, June Lockhart at 73, and Carly Simon at 53.
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Phil Wilke Reports From J W Wire Dispatches
Phil Wilke compiles J W Wire Reports detailing ongoing developments, noting key actions, statements, and outcomes from events across regions. The brief summarizes official comments and outcomes as reported by wire service sources.
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