Senate moves to revive four year ban on Internet taxes
Senate action aims to reinstate a four year prohibition on taxes for Internet connections after last year’s setback over potential revenue loss for state and local governments. McCain leads negotiations to define covered technologies, with debate set for Monday and industry voices urging no tax increases.
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Iraq upbeat on reforms as security worsens in war torn economy
Iraq's Finance Minister Muhdir al-Gailani and Central Bank President Sanan al Shabibi told U S officials that reforms are bearing fruit and will last beyond the transition, even as security deteriorates. Treasury Secretary Snow and Fed Chair Greenspan discussed progress ahead of IMF World Bank meetings. World Bank leader Wolfensohn noted limited Iraq access until security improves. G 24 ministers urged stronger action by rich nations to spur sustainable growth and called for ECB rate cuts to bolster sluggish Europe.
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Manhole Steam Blast Injures Two Near White House
A blast of superheated steam escaped from an underground line in front of the Executive Office Building near the White House. Two workers were seriously burned and hospitalized, a third person had lesser injuries, and investigators had not yet determined the cause.
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