Summit Amid Fortifications Sets Stage For FTAA Debate
The Americas summit in Quebec City focuses on a vast Free Trade Area of the Americas extending NAFTA from Arctic shores to Argentina. Leaders and contractors mobilize security, while unions warn of corporate power and environmental risks. President Bush seeks fast track authority amid mixed party support.
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Gulf Coast Casinos See Boost From Short Trips
Mississippi Gulf Coast casinos expect more local trips as gas prices rise. Visitors like Jerry and Rhetta Decker travel 140 miles from Century, Florida to Biloxi Isle of Capri for affordable gaming and shows. Casino operators say higher fuel costs favor nearby markets with 120 to 140 mile driving ranges.
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Audits Room for Select Few as IRS Audits Rise
The tax season ends for most but a small group faces potential audits months later. Audits fell to 0.49 percent of individual returns last year from 1.68 percent five years earlier. Experts warn both against cheating and careless filing as the IRS hires more auditors and increases face-to-face reviews. Budget issues, a slowing economy, and the tax cut may push more audits to recover revenue. Individual experiences highlight the anxiety of audits and the impact of deductions.
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