Japanese Leader Blames U S Workers Drive for Trade Tensions
A Japanese Foreign Minister remark likens U S workers focus to a coach stirring a team, amid debate on curbing Japanese auto imports for trade surplus. Lawmakers cite U S backlash and study productivity gaps while discussing Monday to Friday work habits and weekend leisure.
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Yoshio Sakurauchi
America
United States
Kabun Muto
Governors Spar Over Bush Economic Plan
Governors clash with President Bush over an economic plan to fight recession, arguing for higher taxes, closing bases, and job cuts while Congress faces a March 20 deadline. Bush reacts as Romer challenges the room’s quiet exit after remarks.
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Construction Spending Drops 9.3 Percent
A report notes that construction spending declined by 9.3 percent. The data highlight weaker activity across sectors and point to slower demand in the building industry during the period analyzed.
Defense portrays Noriega as ally in drug war
Noriega’s defense opened with claims he cooperated with the United States in major drug investigations and helped curb the Medellin cartel. Attorney Jon May argued Noriega was unprecedentedly cooperative and an ally in the war on drugs.
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Scientists warn of accelerating ozone depletion risk
Scientists report signs of ozone layer thinning extending to New England and France in January. NASA satellite data indicate depletion could reach 30 to 40 percent, with area expansion beyond remote regions. Kurylo notes the threat now affects populated areas and requires urgent attention.
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NASA
New England
France
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