Balkan tinderbox sparks fears of new war
Fragmentary report from Tetovo and surrounding areas in Macedonia describes Albanian rebels near the Kosovo border and government forces exchanging mortar fire on Mount Sar Piamna. Police cite heavy fighting as both sides press for leverage amid demands for rights and independence.
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Palestinians push UN for new security force vote
Palestinian UN envoy Nasser ALKodwa urged the Security Council to back a peacekeeping force for Israel’s occupied territories. He cited deteriorating conditions, changes in Israel’s government, and five new council members as reasons for a fresh vote despite U.S. and Israeli opposition. The December bid failed 9–0.
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Armies pull back to revive Congo peace talks in Gemena
The Congolese army rebels and allies began a 10 mile withdrawal from front lines as leaders said a step toward reviving stalled peace talks. Rebel chief Jean Pierre Bemba said his troops completed the pullback ahead of schedule after the United Nations agreed to deploy observers in key towns. Bemba heads the Congolese Liberation Front and is backed by Uganda's army, part of a six nation force in the Congo conflict.
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Explosions Hit Brazil Major Oil Rig Killing Worker
Three blasts and a raging fire struck Brazil’s largest offshore rig in the Campos Basin near the southeastern coast. At least one worker died as 12 ships fought the blaze and 151 of 175 aboard were moved to another platform. Petrobras reported the platform could sink after damage to a supporting pillar.
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Rangers win approval to wear beret badges division wide
Army brass backed a plan to let Rangers adopt tan berets with exclusive unit badges. The decision follows months of push from personnel on Capitol Hill and among active troops seeking a distinctive insignia.
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Bush selects veteran official to coordinate Northern Ireland policy
President Bush named Fehara Haas a former Brookings scholar to coordinate policy on Northern Ireland, signaling continued support for the peace process. Haas, who has served in multiple administrations, will work within the State Department and hold ambassadorial responsibilities while pursuing broader policy aims.
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Warner pushes defense budget above Bush plan
Senate Armed Services Chair John Warner proposes a 333 billion defense budget for next year, three billion more than President Bush's request. He cites aging gear, rising costs, and spare parts shortages as factors threatening current and future readiness, noting the proposed total would exceed this year's 311 billion by twenty seven billion toward overlapping defense and energy defense work.
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Energy secretary warns California power blackouts likely
Energy Secretary Spence Abraham told a Senate hearing that blackouts appear inevitable in California this summer and may extend to neighboring Western states. He said the administration is seeking ways to increase Western power supplies, opposed price controls, and offered no specific measures to ease the electricity crunch.
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State Grades CNY High Schools Find Out How Your School Compares
Statewide school performance grades released for Central New York high schools show rankings across districts. Data highlights include graduation rates proficiency scores and comparisons among schools such as Syracuse City School District Baldwinsville and Fayetteville Manlius.
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