Six African Embassies Closed Over Security Concerns
The United States temporarily closed six African embassies Gambia Togo Madagascar Liberia Namibia Senegal as a prudent security measure after suspicions of surveillance by unknown individuals. Officials cited Osama bin Laden’s network as the context and said closures may extend through Sunday with security upgrades ongoing at all sites.
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House approves doubling aid for aging foster youths
The House passed 380 to 6 a bill to double federal spending on independent living for aging foster children and extend Medicaid to age 21. It would also let states raise the child savings limit to 10 000 and tighten SSI rules to cut fraud. Clinton supports the measure, which faces Senate approval and an estimated 500 million cost over five years.
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Witnesses attack Jones testimony in Cisneros case
The defense called three Texas attorneys to challenge Linda Jones's credibility on day five of Cisneros trial proceedings. Prosecutors seek to use taped statements to support claims that Henry Cisneros conspired to hide payments to Jones, while Cisneros denies any improper annual sums.
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