Congress eyes cuts to food aid amid deficit drive
The article reports early in Congress a potential reduction in farm subsidies tied to Bush deficit fears. Republicans hint at small cuts in both houses, aiming to trim subsidies from 8860,000 to 201,000 per farm operation while closing loopholes that let growers collect millions in subsidies.
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U S and Europe push Iran nuclear talks amid sanctions threat
The United States signals willingness to work with Europe on Iran, offering economic incentives to curb its nuclear ambitions while warning Tehran to move quickly or face possible UN Security Council action. Rice and Bush stress a unified stance as EU negotiators press Tehran to halt enrichment and reprocessing.
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Spain observes five minute vigil for Madrid bombing victims
Madrid marked the anniversary of the 2004 rail bombings with a five minute silence across stations and streets. King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia led memorials as wreaths were laid, and crowds listened to Casals cello music in a solemn ceremony.
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Unfriendly staff cited as barrier to adoption progress
The Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute reports that fewer than one in 16 adults who inquire about adoption actually proceed, blaming a hostile, bureaucratic system. It urges state agencies to create hotlines with trained staff, immediate friendly responses, and clear background checks to keep prospective parents engaged.
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Mosul Funeral Attacks Leave Dozens Dead at Tent Vigil
Angry, crying relatives bury victims killed in a strike at a funeral tent in Mosul. Shiite and Kurdish leaders in Baghdad edge toward a new coalition as crowds mourn 47 dead and over 100 wounded from Thursday’s blast. Victims’ kin vow vengeance as morgue workers struggle with the influx.
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