UN conference seeks rules on greenhouse gases but treaty eludes
Negotiators at a United Nations climate conference in Milan press for stronger rules on greenhouse gases to curb disasters like last summer's heat waves. Russia and the United States oppose binding targets, while a credits scheme for Kyoto nations through forest projects advances amid costly natural disasters.
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EU negotiators race to forge new constitution ahead of expansion
The summit in Brussels faces stiff lines as Poland resists losing voting power, Sweden and Denmark oppose majority foreign policy decisions, and Britain defends veto rights on tax and social security. With 10 new members joining in May the talks stress an effective union.
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NASA to embed shuttle wings with sensors to detect debris strikes
NASA plans to install sensors in the wing leading edges of the remaining shuttles to flag debris hits, aiding inspections in orbit. The tool detects impacts but not damage. full assessment requires in‑orbit inspection with a boom, cameras, and lasers.
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Pilgrims to Have Access to Holy Sites During Christmas
Israel foreign minister Silvan Shalom met Pope John Paul II in Vatican City and pledged to ensure free access for pilgrims to holy sites during Christmas. The talks addressed restarting the stalled peace process and easing pilgrim arrivals to Bethlehem.
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McCain pushes faster Guantanamo prisoner trials
Senator John McCain voiced concern over delays in moving forward with detainee trials at Guantanamo Bay. He cited bureaucratic inertia after touring the base and noted about 660 prisoners remain awaiting disposition. The visit followed plans for Australian attorney Stephen Kenny to meet with detainee Davie Hicks amid ongoing legal questions.
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