Bush faces world split over US foreign policy stance
Five months into his term President Bush has drawn sharp criticism from European allies over unilateralism on issues from missile defense to climate change and the death penalty. He plans a major international trip, pledging consultation while maintaining firm positions on key disputes.
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Hydrilla control backed by sterile grass carp effort
Hydrilla is being managed with sterile grass carp imported by Gastonia and Charlotte authorities. The fish mow aquatic plants but require long term commitment as fragments can regrow. hydrilla appeared in Lake Wateree in 1994 and later in Lake James, Lake Norman, and Mountain Island Lake. Duke Power and city utilities will monitor effects on Mountain Island Lake this summer. Marine Commission expects an update at their November meeting.
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First blind climber atop Everest shatters stereotypes
Golden Colorado AP reports Ellie Weihenmayer messaged her husband from Mount Everest as bad weather loomed. Erik Weihenmayer, 33, reached the summit May 25 becoming the first blind climber to top the 29,035 foot peak with support from the National Federation of the Blind. He missed time with his 11 month old daughter Emma and emphasized the experience was about fun and breaking perceptions rather than proving others wrong.
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Small Claims Court hearing over duct damage and rent items
In Gaston County Small Claims Court, Dale Punch sued Donald Bradford over unpaid cleaning costs for ductwork after Punch claimed ducts were damaged by Bradford, who argued Punch caused the damage and stopped payment. Judge Brown noted improper conduct during the phone threat and discussed courtroom decorum and case handling.
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Platinum Gas Saver touted to boost mileage 22 percent
Boston company National Fuelsaver Corp markets the Platinum Gas Saver claiming a 22 percent fuel efficiency gain by introducing platinum into the air fuel mix. Independent testing reportedly shows greater savings, with government study notes and patents for carbon cleaning and octane enhancement. Call 1-800-LESS-GAS for details.
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