Smooth transition in China signals stable leadership shift
The peaceful transfer of power in Beijing marks a new phase as Hu Jintao, age 59, assumes the helm amid a reoriented party toward pragmatic modernists. The younger technocrats face banking and unemployment challenges while pursuing continued reform and steadier relations with the United States.
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North Korea’s Hidden Weapons Beyond Nuclear Arms
A South Korean defense white paper cites eight chemical plants and 2500 to 5000 tons of chemical weapons, plus capabilities in biological weapons. Japan seeks to include chemical and biological programs in normalization talks and security briefings, urging Pyongyang to abandon them while readying for possible armed threats and strengthening national defense and contingency laws.
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Roswell Teachers Honored for RISD Middle School Orchestra
A Roswell parent thanks RISD orchestra teachers Ms Carlander Dr Montgomery and Mr Mann for coordinating music across 21 schools. The note praises their hours of extra practice and guest conductor Eileen MacNaughton in enriching students’ education and self esteem.
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Roswell Officials, Service Members Mark Local Milestones
Twenty five years ago on November 25 1977 Robert R Drobel made the first Roswell contribution to a Salvation Army holiday collection bucket. Dr Bervin O Caswell pastor of the First United Methodist Church was elected president of the Chaves County Ministerial Association. James E Stewart of Roswell arrived for duty at MacDill Air Force Base as an administrative specialist for the Tactical Air Command.
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Greens on Verge of Regaining Major Party Status
Greens near major party status after David Bacon's likely 5.4 percent share in the November 26 results. The 5 percent threshold, long contested by the Greens, hinges on past reinterpretations and court battles, with Bacon noting the gain is more about ballot access than inner party power.
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Bush weighs quick tax cuts to spur economy
President Bush weighs a rapid tax cut plan for individuals and businesses once Congress convenes in January. Advisors are split on modest relief versus broader cuts, with Grassley urging limited steps and Bush seeking to secure enough Democratic votes to avoid a filibuster amid a growing deficit and Iraq war concerns.
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Tough women governors face voters bias and appearance tests
The White House Project reports that voters react differently to women candidates for governor. Dial groups show immediate reactions to ads, with women often losing perceived toughness before speaking. Focus groups reveal trust gaps in nontraditional skills and attire.
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