New leader in Japan must keep coalition intact
Lom Hata, veteran negotiator, chosen as prime minister to stabilize a fragile six party coalition after Morihiro Hosokawa's resignation over a financial scandal. Hata, 58, former foreign minister and deputy prime minister, faces budget deadlines and deep ideological rifts as he forms a cabinet to preserve the belated fiscal plan.
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Finney signs death penalty bill despite opposition
Kansas Governor Joan Finney allowed a capital punishment bill to become law without her signature. She opposed the penalty yet cited following a campaign pledge and avoiding claims she broke it, contrasting with former Gov. Carlin who wavered and changed positions.
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Bad Girls Tops Box Office Ahead of Four Weddings
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