Putin wins Russian election outright signals new era
Vladimir Putin wins Russia's presidential election and vows to restore order and revive the economy while fighting corruption. He says no quick improvements are promised, aiming to stabilize politics, raise living standards, and boost international standing as he selects a prime minister and outlines reforms. Gore unveils campaign finance reform plan including a Democracy Endowment, stricter disclosure, and free rebuttal airtime to sever money from influence.
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Man fights hate crimes sentence in high court challenge
Charles Apprendi Jr. argues his 1994 shooting of a black family's home in a white Camden neighborhood was not racially motivated. A judge sentenced him under New Jersey hate crimes law as a bias-driven crime, now challenged before the U.S. Supreme Court.
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OPEC consensus nears rise in output to curb oil prices
OPEC ministers in Vienna inch toward boosting crude output by up to 1.7 million bpd to cool prices and ease U.S. pressure. Kuwaiti oil minister al-Sabah cites possible 1.5 to 1.7 million bpd increase, with Brent around 25 dollars. Analysts warn even big gains may be offset by quota cheating and inventories. American drivers face higher gasoline costs as summer approaches.
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DaimlerChrysler to buy 34 percent of Mitsubishi Motors
DaimlerChrysler AG agrees to acquire 34 percent of Mitsubishi Motors Corp for about $2 billion, creating a 6.5 million vehicle capacity alliance to boost Asian footholds. The deal gives DaimlerChrysler board seats, veto rights reportedly possible, and aims to lift Mitsubishi from heavy debt as both firms pursue growth in Asia.
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DaimlerChrysler to buy 34 percent Mitsubishi stake
DaimlerChrysler announced it would acquire 34 percent of Mitsubishi Motors Corp., gaining control over Japan's fourth-largest automaker and forming the world's third-largest automaker. Consolidated figures note Mitsubishi’s fiscal year ends in March.
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TV News Helicopter Crashes Near Oscars at Van Nuys
A KTTV pilot and KCAL-TV photographer were injured when their news helicopter, after signaling hydraulic trouble, crashed during an emergency landing at Van Nuys Airport shortly after 10 p.m. The craft, supporting Oscar coverage near Shrine Auditorium, burned at the airfield. both victims were hospitalized.
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