Militias Back in Najaf Patrolling Amid Security Controversy
In Najaf, Shiite fighters with black Badr Brigade armbands patrolled with Coalition Authority approval amid the post bombing security debate. Bremer acknowledged licensed groups but insisted no single militia existed while Rumsfeld urged Iraqi forces to assume responsibility and rejected expanding troops.
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Protesters in Taipei call to rename Taiwan from Republic of China
Tens of thousands gathered in Taipei led by former president Lee Teng-hui demanding the Republic of China’s name change to Taiwan as a step toward independence. Organizers estimate 150,000 marched to the Presidential Office, chanting for recognition as a free, democratic Taiwan separate from China.
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Bermuda rocked by Fabian hurricane devastation
Bermuda faced the most powerful storm in 50 years as Fabian delivered 120 mph winds. Four people were missing, 26 000 homes without power, and many roads blocked or flooded. Divers searched for missing officers and civilians amid damaged shelters and hotel power reliance.
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Poll finds most Americans see Saddam linked to Sept 11
A Washington Post poll shows 69 percent believe Saddam Hussein was personally involved in the Sept 11 attacks. Majorities across Democrats Republicans and independents share the view despite lack of proven ties. The question persists after the 2003 invasion discourse by Bush administration.
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Bush pushes education plan in weekly address
President Bush urged focus on his education initiative amid Middle East events, saying the law raises the bar for student achievement. He called for every child to perform at grade level in reading and math, while critics argue the plan demands more than it funds.
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Ridge urges Europe to loosen passenger privacy rules
Tom Ridge, U S homeland security secretary, urged EU leaders at a Cernobbio conference to share airline passenger data including names and birth details. He argued privacy protections must be balanced with safety and noted health or religion information is not requested.
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Northern Ireland IRA suspect charged in Omagh attack
Electrician Sean Hoey was arraigned on explosives charges tied to 13 suspected IRA attacks, including the Omagh bombing of August 15, 1998. In politics, David Trimble survived a fractious Ulster Unionist Party vote, preserving the Good Friday peace accord course amid internal revolt.
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