Forecasters' Isabel highlights progress in hurricane predictions
National Hurricane Center director Max Mayfield notes pride in warnings for the Carolinas Virginia and mid Atlantic states as Isabel tests forecasts. Improvements rely on better observations faster computers enhanced modeling and skilled forecasters with five day track forecasts showing gains over three day ones.
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Congress moves to defend do not call list against court ruling
Lawmakers move quickly to ensure the federal do not call list goes into effect next week for over 50 million numbers. A federal judge ruled the FTC overstepped authority, prompting bills to affirm FTC power to create and operate the registry. Lawmakers pledge quick action to keep the list intact and usable.
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Bush speech fails to sway Iraq critics in new brief
News brief from New York reports Bush’s postwar Iraq strategy faces stubborn opposition. U S resolution lags, countries decline contributions, talks with Iraq Governing Council continue, and Pentagon ponders more reserves amid 130,000 American troops in Iraq and allied peacekeepers. In Jerusalem, Israeli pilots protest airstrikes, prompting national debate over targeted killings and ethics. Nigerian appeals court overturns Amina Lawal’s death by stoning ruling, citing trial errors and upholding human rights concerns.
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