Bill tightens security with new federal standards
The bill, urged by the Sept. 11 commission and victims families, seeks to standardize information on driver licenses and improve interagency cooperation. Senators Collins and others praised the move as boosting intelligence quality and civilian safety while Congress faced a delayed vote and a post election lame duck session. A World Trade Center victim’s husband recalled the emotional House passage as he reflected on his wife.
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Senate bill standoff ends with clarified presidential control
House GOP leaders delayed action for two weeks over concerns that the new intelligence director could disrupt the chain of command. Negotiators reached agreement on Monday to reinforce the president's control, finalizing language in the bill.
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Israelis Palestinians UK agreement on election
Israel and the Palestinians agreed on election logistics to replace Arafat with January 9 polling in West Bank Gaza and east Jerusalem. Officials denied any broader peace deal, citing 1996 election procedures and assurances for voting rights in east Jerusalem, amid cautious warm ties after Arafat's death.
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Rail officials probing cause of derailment
Rail officials still investigating the derailment with Forsberg saying a final cause may take time. Crews expect one track to be cleared by 7 tonight and the second by Thursday morning as about 70 to 90 trains use the line daily.
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Biotech crops spread globally with rising value
Biotech crops total about 44 billion across five leading nations, led by the United States with nearly 28 billion in soybeans corn cotton and canola. Argentina China Canada Brazil follow, while experts see faster adoption, especially in Asia and Latin America, amid ongoing research and debate on safety and benefits.
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