Israelis and Palestinians resume high level peace talks
In Jerusalem, Israeli and Palestinian delegations met for five hours as Dennis Ross prepared new proposals to bridge gaps. Arafat, in Indonesia, signaled a possible reassessment of a unilateral state declaration if no permanent peace by September. US opposition and regional pressure keep talks ongoing three weeks after Camp David collapse.
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Pie attack on Prime Minister Chretien in Charlottetown
Prime Minister Jean Chretien was greeted at a Charlottetown convention center when a protester tossed a cream pie at him. Evan Brown, 23, identified as in the Prince Edward Island Pie Brigade, said he targeted the PM over trade and welfare policy. He was charged with assault and released on bail.
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Laser project budget soars amid fraud and delays
Congressional auditors say the world's most powerful laser at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory has ballooned to 22 billion dollars, while GAO reports a more accurate total near 3 billion. Mismanagement, technical problems, unexpected expenses, and scheduling delays are cited, with costs and timeline spiraling beyond 1995 projections.
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Justice Dept backs Louisville anti bias ordinance
The Justice Department supports Louisville Kentucky in court over a local anti discrimination ordinance protecting gays from employment bias. Dr J Bar ret t Hyman a Louisville physician challenged the measure claiming his religious beliefs prohibit hiring gays. The brief was filed Tuesday as the city fights the lawsuit.
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