Bush and House clash over base closings plan
The House rejected an amendment to a 422 billion bill 259 162 that would delay the next BRAC base closing round by two years Defense Secretary Rumsfeld has suggested 20 to 25 percent of 425 major installations may be excess capacity White House supports Cuban democracy on Independence Day Bush marked Cuba's 102nd anniversary in Washington while a Detroit jury acquitted eight officers on civil rights conspiracy charges and a Miami SWAT officer for a fatal shooting based on a toy gun planted in a yard.
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FDA imposes screening rules for tissue and gamete donors
The FDA finalized key donor eligibility rules requiring infectious disease screening for donated tissues and gametes. Donor selection will exclude those with recent high risk behavior and mandate tests for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, and Creutzfeldt Jakob disease with future disease checks possible. Exceptions cover self transplanted tissues and reproductive cells used in IVF.
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Chalabi offices raided by Iraqi police with U S support
Iraqi police backed by American soldiers raided the home and offices of Ahmad Chalabi, a Pentagon favored Iraqi politician. Several arrests were made as documents and computers were seized, with chalabi's supporters claiming political motive amid U S concerns over oil-for-food and power transfers.
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Defense of superior orders eyed in Abu Ghraib case
Experts say the defense may shield Army guards if they prove there were orders and identify the giver. The phrase cannot excuse clearly illegal acts, as officials noted the key question is whether the orders were obviously illegal. One guard admitted guilt while others claim they followed intelligence officers and civilian contractors.
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Iraq Occupation Officials Warn of Worsening Insurgency
U S officials warn violence in Iraq could escalate after the June 30 political power handover. Gen. Tommy Franks signals possible need for more troops as Bush meets with Congress and outlines post transfer training and stability plans. Powell aims for a U N endorsement to legitimize the interim government ahead of the 42 day deadline.
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New prime minister sketches vision for India's future
New Delhi Reuters report says Manmohan Singh, named India's next prime minister, vows to restore religious harmony, keep investment friendly, and seek peace with Pakistan. He would be the first Sikh and non Hindu PM, urging unity and tolerance while Congress aims for secular governance amid Gujarat riots history.
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Barghouti Convicted in Palestinian Uprising Murder Totals
Tel Aviv court finds Marwan Barghouti guilty on five murders one attempted murder and terrorist group membership for role in attacks that killed four Israelis and a Greek monk. Sentencing set for June 6 as Gaza clashes continue and West Bank deaths rise.
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