Britain proposes new terror powers with curfews and house arrest
British Prime Minister Tony Blair's government unveiled sweeping anti terror measures including electronic tagging, curfews, and house arrest for suspects without trial. The plan, to be enacted soon, drew civil libertarian opposition and warnings of eroding rights.
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Rice confirmed as secretary of state amid Democratic backlash
The Senate confirmed Condoleezza Rice as secretary of state 85 to 13, the largest no vote for a secretary since 1825. She was sworn in by Andrew Card, with Stephen Hadley holding the Bible, as Bush planned a Friday ceremony at the State Department. Critics cited misstatements and accountability for Iraq planning and lack of WMD evidence, while Durbin and other Democrats opposed the nomination. Rivers of party lines marked the vote.
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Murder Inc Chief Gotti Charged in Drug Profits Case
Federal prosecutors say hip hop label Murder Inc and founder Irv Gotti laundered over 1 million in drug profits from Kenneth McGriff’s multistate operation. McGriff and associates face racketeering and murder charges while Ja Rule and Ashanti are not charged.
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Philip Johnson dies at 98 influential modernist architect
New York noted architect Philip Johnson has died at age 98 at his New Canaan home. Johnson shaped 20th century design from the glass box to landmark buildings like the AT&T Building in New York and the Crystal Cathedral in California. Colleagues hailed him as a towering force who defined modern architecture and its public monuments.
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House votes to tighten rules for congressional awards
The House passed a rule tightening process for the congressional gold medal, arguing current awards dilute meaning. It would bar bipartisan joint awards to Reagan and King families, restrict posthumous honors, and limit awards to five years after death, potentially ending many high profile recognitions.
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