Inquiry into rand collapse heightens in South Africa
The coming week centers on testimony from Kevin Wakeford and Deutsche Bank officers as the rand collapse probe reaches a critical point. Wakeford has claimed institutional collusion behind the currency drop, while Deutsche Bank faces reputational damage amid the inquiry and broader questions about South Africa’s post 1994 economy.
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Israel’s War Against Terrorism Echoes Bush Disputed Editorial
A guest editorial in Frankfurter Allgemeine argues Sharon’s labeling of Arafat as an enemy and Israel’s anti terrorism drive mirror U.S. language after 9 11. It says the Israeli push won t end attacks and may deepen isolation, questioning the political rationale amid international reactions.
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Shame on Roswell chamber for dropping RSVP volunteers
Letter writer criticizes the Roswell chamber of commerce for cutting ties with the Retired Senior Volunteer Program. Rita Kane Doerhoefer argues volunteers support 65 local sites and benefits tourism, business pride, and community, urging the chamber to sustain RSVP and community backing.
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Roswell
Shawn Hughes
Roswell ISD budget predicts large rise in energy costs
The 1977-78 proposed district budget in Roswell calls for 12.9 million dollars amid a 36 percent jump in natural gas and electric costs. Natural gas prices have tripled and electric heat costs have nearly doubled in recent years.
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Bill Richardson Alone on New Mexico Democratic Ballot
Bill Richardson is the sole remaining Democratic gubernatorial candidate in New Mexico after Ray Powell Jr. and Gary King withdraw to avoid split funds. GOP chatter centers on Rep. John Sanchez as a likely challenger, with negative campaigning seen as a potential key to defeating Richardson.
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California
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Powell Faces Tough Middle East Test as Secretary of State
As secretary of state Colin Powell is sent to the Middle East to halt violence and push Israelis and Palestinians toward peace. President Bush praises his stature while noting the task’s enormity and questions of Arab readiness and U.S. pressure. Powell’s cautious, multilateral approach contrasts with hard line aides.
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Bush must spell out U S Middle East policy now
A 2002 NAB column argues for a clear U S stance in the Middle East. It criticizes Arafat and Sharon while urging President Bush to declare two-state support and insist on Israel's right to exist alongside Palestinian statehood. It calls for rejecting stall tactics and upholding shared homeland rights.
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