Budget action begins in Harrisburg as Rendell proposal moves
Republican leaders say they will push the $21 billion budget with $1.6 billion in cuts, aiming for a quick vote. Rendell signals a proposed tax increase to fund upcoming initiatives, including education and economic revival, with a budget plan due March 25. A separate report urges a moratorium on executions to study race in death penalty sentences.
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House honors Fred Rogers for lifelong children's service
The House passed a 412 to 0 resolution honoring Fred Rogers who died last week in Pittsburgh at age 74. Rep. Michael Doyle wore a cardigan on the floor mirroring Rogers 33 years of hosting Mister Rogers Neighborhood from 1968 to 2001. Rep. Melissa Hart lauded Rogers as a writer in a world of dividers while displaying a model of his trolley.
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Federal appeals court stays pledge ruling pending Supreme Court review
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals stayed its ruling calling the Pledge of Allegiance unconstitutional, allowing Elk Grove Unified School District to seek Supreme Court review within 90 days. If not stayed, nine western states might have barred recitation starting Monday. Michael Newdow, Sacramento atheist, sued over his daughter's participation.
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Bus blast on Haifa bus kills eight and injures many
A deadly bombing on a No. 37 bus in Haifa killed eight people and injured dozens. The explosion occurred at 2 17 p m in the Carmelia hilltop area as the crowded bus stopped, possibly involving university students from the nearby University of Haifa. No immediate reaction from authorities.
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United States Eyes War Pressure on Iraq and Pledge Ruling
The Army's 1st Armored Division heads toward the Persian Gulf as the U N Security Council vote on force against Iraq stalls. A Bush official says a UN vote may not be necessary while the Ninth Circuit upholds a ruling barring schoolchildren from reciting the Pledge of Allegiance because of the words under God. White House officials consider a final ultimatum to Saddam next week.
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Drugs under fire threaten gains for rheumatoid patients
FDA advisers debate cancer and liver failure risks from four rheumatoid arthritis drugs Arava Enbrel Remicade and Humira amid calls for stronger warnings. The FDA weighs whether restrictions are needed as about 2 million patients face treatment choices. Separately in Allendale New Jersey the Today Sponge returns to sale after eight years, bought by Allendale Pharmaceuticals and set for possible U S distribution.
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Vanity Fair claims Jackson hired witch doctor curse plot
The article titled Losing His Grip alleges Michael Jackson paid a witch doctor 150000 to hex DreamWorks partners David Geffen and Steven Spielberg. It says an unnamed California prosecutor details Jackson befriending boys before they left, and notes a 1993 molestation allegation settlement with a teen.
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March 5 1770 Boston Massacre where British soldiers fired after taunts, five killed. 1933 Nazi win 44 percent to form Reichstag alliance. 1946 Churchill Iron Curtain speech in Missouri. 1953 Prokofiev dies in Moscow aged 61. 1963 Patsy Cline Copas Hawkins plane crash. 1970 NPT takes effect after 43 nations ratify. 1982 Belushi death in Hollywood at 33. Lottery numbers and draws follow for PA OHIO in mid-March.
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