Pataki won't seek fourth term as New York governor
Governor George Pataki said on Wednesday he will not seek a fourth term next year and plans to follow a new path in 2007. Republicans and aides noted his focus on a possible 2008 presidential run, while Democrats commented he could have won re election if he tried. Pataki cited last decade's difficulties since 2001 as reason to step aside.
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GM to end employee vehicle discount program next week
National roundups note GM plans to end next week the employee discount program that boosted June sales. Ford and Chrysler offered similar incentives this month. The discount had been in place since June 1 and was extended from an initial July 5 end date. In related tech news, Microsoft released Beta 1 of Windows Vista to select developers and professionals, including Internet Explorer 7 as part of the update package.
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Windows Genuine Advantage targets pirate Windows users
Pirated Windows fix Corp. launches Windows Genuine Advantage to detect counterfeit OS during updates. Users submitting piracy reports with proof of purchase and counterfeit media may receive Windows Home Edition or Windows Professional free or at half price, depending on eligibility.
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Maggot-eaten man dies in squalid Yonkers home
A 63-year-old man, Michael Link, died a day after emergency workers found him in a home filled with debris and feces, maggots eating his flesh. Paramedics were called after his brother Adam Link reported trouble breathing. the fire department surgeon noted open wounds and severe neglect.
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