Four Die in Mihama Nuclear Plant Accident
MIHAMA Japan four workers died and seven were injured when a ruptured cooling pipe caused a steam explosion at Mihama nuclear plant. No radiation release occurred as Prime Minister Koizumi ordered a full investigation amid safety concerns at Japan’s 52 reactors.
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Lawyers condemn handling of detainees
The American Bar Association denounced the U.S. handling of foreign detainees amid concerns over Abu Ghraib abuses and the treatment of about 600 terrorism suspects. Some members warned the stance risks discrediting the United States and fueling terrorism. The group’s position drew objections from those who viewed it as politically charged ahead of the presidential election.
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Bush faces tough choice over economy turning corner
President Bush confronts a faltering jobs outlook and rising fuel costs that threaten to sap support for his economic plan. With rival Kerry accusing the recovery of stalling, aides weigh new campaign themes while Bush insists the economy is improving. Economists are split on whether the slowdown signals a soft patch or a worsening trend ahead of Election Day.
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Al-Sadr refuses to quit amid Iraq violence and oil disruption
Muqtada al-Sadr vowed to fight to the last drop of blood as his Mahdi Army battle raged across Iraq, halting Basra oil flows and threatening the nation’s main export. U.S. and Iraqi forces pressed operations in Najaf and Basra while Sunni attacks persisted near Baghdad. Prices surged near 45 dollars as output faced security-linked shutdowns and Yukos worries fueled market fears.
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Las Vegas tapes show al Qaida casing casinos but alerting public was debated
Internal memos reveal Justice Department obtained video tapes from Detroit and Spain showing al Qaida operatives casing MGM Grand Excalibur and New York New York in 1997 while Las Vegas officials debated warning the public. Mayors and casinos feared tourism harm and civil liability, with few local authorities viewing the footage.
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First lady defends stem cell stance in campaign clash
Laura Bush defended President Bush's embryonic stem cell policy in Langhorne Pa calling Kerry criticisms ridiculous. She noted uncertainties about cures and cited limits to 78 existing stem cell lines while opponents urge broader access. She dismissed Kerry's portrayal of a ban and urged voters to see the issue as a science policy matter.
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