Pokemon Faces Furby Battle For Christmas Top Spot
London shoppers weigh Pikachu and friends against Furby Babies in a seasonal rush. The British Association of Toy Retailers tracks sales with Pokemon figures and cards leading, while Furby Babies rank high in October market research.
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Turkey-EU talks face kokorec hurdle amid reform push
Turks shrug at EU rules on street kokorec a roasted tripe sandwich versus reforms to end torture reform courts and curb inflation. The EU's candidacy demands heavy changes with watchdogs noting strict food safety and traffic rules alongside human rights and deficit reductions.
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A Magic Machine Brings Hope to Mali Village
In Balanfina Mali the UNDP backs a 10 horsepower diesel powered tool called the magic machine. It supports grinding maize pressing oil charging batteries pumping water and more. Villagers plan investment costs and training with aims to reach 500 villages by 2003.
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Centrist gains in Russia's parliamentary elections
With 98 percent counted, Communist Party leads with 24.3 percent but centrists led by Unity at 23.2 percent surge in the new Duma. Unity's showing backs Putin, aiding his presidential bid. centrists vie for speaker, a key to limiting Communist influence and advancing tax reform.
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