Lingh seeks commutation for Taliban war sentence
John Walker Lingh asks President Bush to commute his 20 year term for aiding the Taliban in Afghanistan. His lawyer James Brosnahan says Lingh fought against the Taliban and was not a terrorist, while another American, Deumuse Yaser Kaan Hamej, is being released after three years as an enemy combatant.
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Blair Looks Ahead as Labour Conclave Opens Amid War Fears
Prime Minister Tony Blair dismissed resignation talk and pledged a strong domestic agenda at Brighton as Labour gathers for its annual conference. Delegates faced violence and Kabul hostage tension while ministers plan reforms on employment rights paternity pay and elder care. Discontent over the war shadowed the event.
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Italians Freed From Baghdad Kidnappers Bring Joy
Two Italian aid workers Simona Torretta and Sion Pari were released after being abducted on Sept 7 in Baghdad. They appeared with veils lifted and thanked supporters before flying to Rome. Also freed were four Egyptian telecom workers and four Iraqis. negotiations reportedly involved a ransom claim later denied by authorities.
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New colorful fifty dollar bill rolls out
Authorities announced a switch to redesigned currency with new color schemes on the fifty dollar note and a future rollout plan. Officials expect the $10 and $50 bills to enter circulation, highlighting security features and replacing older greenbacks amid broader currency modernization efforts.
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New U S Currency Redesign Details Unveiled
The Treasury reveals design updates for new ten, fifty, and other U S notes. Ulysses S Grant remains on the front of revised bills with Capitol on back. Subtle color shifts replace traditional green. security features include color-changing ink, watermarks, microprinting, and ultraviolet responsive elements to deter counterfeiting.
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Moderate quake strikes central California near Parkfield
A preliminary magnitude 5.8 earthquake centered 7 miles southeast of Parkfield rattled Central California on Tuesday, felt from Paso Robles to San Francisco and Santa Ana. No injuries or damage reported. aftershocks followed, as residents described items swaying in Paso Robles.
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Hamas to challenge Arafat in Palestinian elections
Hamas signals bid to oust Yasser Arafat as Palestinians mark the uprising anniversary. Despite Israeli military blows, Hamas ads urge support for municipal ballots and hint at entering future presidential race as the Palestinian Authority weakens under violence.
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