Asia Pacific leaders back long term free trade push
At a summit of 18 Asia Pacific nations led by Clinton, leaders pledged a long term goal of free and open trade and investment in the region with 2010 for major economies and 2020 for others, aiming to boost U S exports and address dollar weakness. A final communique commits to reducing trade barriers and promoting goods and services flow while detailing a follow up Osaka summit.
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Murder trial opens in Jones over deputy fiance death
A Sampson County deputy is accused of killing his fiance Julie Peterson, 30, in a Sept 26 1993 shooting before their planned wedding. Prosecutors call a single shot to her back. defense says she shot herself. Alton Glen Hunter 29 of Keener faces second degree murder in Jones County court.
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Havelock limits sites for porn businesses in city ordinance
City commissioners adopted a new zoning rule effective today restricting adult businesses to specific Highway Commercial zones. The ordinance requires two such sites to stay at least 1,000 feet apart and at least 400 feet from schools churches day care centers playgrounds and residential zones. Over 100 residents backed the measure as Havelock becomes the fourth local government this year to regulate adult venues.
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US commander rejects call for withdrawal in Haiti
Gen. John J. Sheehan, commander in chief of the U S Atlantic Command, says fulfilling a Republican demand to pull troops home by Thanksgiving would undo progress in Haiti. He advocates maintaining enough forces to support democ racy after three years of military rule.
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Clinton Maintains No to Drug Legalization
The Clinton administration says no to legalizing narcotics, insisting the policy would harm children. Fred Garcia of the White House drug control office leads a news conference with law enforcement and community reps to oppose legalization and emphasize public support against it.
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Fed faces India-style pressure on rate hikes amid economy
Washington coverage notes the Federal Reserve's plan to meet behind closed doors as critics press for restraint. Economists expect another half point rise in the federal funds and discount rates to curb inflation, with Clinton urging actions to sustain growth while observers warn of recession risks if rates rise too far.
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