First lady visits Terezin camp and pope marks sainthood event
Laura Bush places lilies at the Terezin fortress cemetery now a Nazi camp where 140000 suffered with 1600 children among the dead. Prime Minister Dzurinda calls the site a symbol of xenophobia reborn in Europe. John Paul II, at 82, leads a frail Mass and receives prayers for his continued papacy.
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Slovakia
Europe
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John Paul
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Uribe cancels campaign event after office bombing
Anti guerrilla candidate Alvaro Uribe halted a final public appearance and teleconference after two small bombs ripped through a campaign office in Valledupar, causing damage but no injuries. Polls show Uribe with a strong lead heading into the May 26 election. Policemen reported the threats and security concerns prompted the cancellation.
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Uribe
Colombia
Bagata
Valledupar
Thousands protest globalization in Madrid march
Tens of thousands demonstrated in Madrid in peaceful protest against capitalism and war as part of weekend actions linked to the European Latin America summit. Organizers claimed about 200,000. police placed lower figures amid flags from Palestine Cuba and Colombia. The three-day protests culminated after the EU Latin America gathering ended.
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Latin America
Europe
Colombia
Malaysian bikini controversy tests Terengganu tourism
Nawal Abdul Rahman and sister Ily observe locals in Terengganu clinging to Islamic norms as debates over banning bikinis mount. Officials hint at segregated pools or a beachwear code while Kuala Lumpur reservations warn of tourist losses. locals and foreigners discuss enforcement and impact on Malaysia s $8 billion tourism sector.
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Terengganu
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Kuala Lumpur
Abdul Kadir Sheikh
Mahathir Mohamad
Wan Hassan Mohamad Ramli
Associated Press
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Islamic Party
EU agrees on dispersal of 13 Palestinian militants exiles
The EU settled how to distribute 13 Palestinian militants exiled after the Bethlehem siege. Spain and Italy will take three each, Greece and Ireland two each, Portugal and Belgium one each, with Cyprus hosting one temporarily. Belgium seeks guarantees on status and security.
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Koen Vervaeke
Brussels
Vervaeke
Associated Press
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Mediterranean
Samir Abu Ghazaleh
Foreign Ministry
FSA Seeks Comments on Draft PEIS Scope
The Farm Service Agency invites public comments on the scope of a Draft PEIS for CRP GREP and ECP. Comments must be received by close of business May 30, 2002, to ensure consideration. Late submissions will be considered to the extent possible as the Agency expedites new CRP regulations.
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