Turkey to toughen building standards after deadly quake
ISTANBUL Turkey promised stricter building rules to curb shoddy construction blamed for last week's earthquake. Officials reported rising death tolls and widespread displacement with 200000 survivors in parks and lots. Tens of thousands lack shelter as rains fall. international aid flows in as rescue winds down and recovery shifts to refugee assistance.
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No-Pay Law Tests Legislature and Governing Powers
Albany reports lawmakers sue Gov Pataki over no budget no pay rule that kept 14 Democrats unpaid 126 days. Lawyers argue the statute pressures the Legislature while the governor collects salary, raising separation of powers concerns and possible economic coercion. Judges hear arguments as the state defends the policy.
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