In Taiwan , the capital 's mayor and other officials handed out free thermometers in a islandwide ``take-your-temperature ' ' campaign Sunday , amid evidence that containment efforts were also paying off .

In Taiwan , officials handed out free thermometers in an island-wide ``take-your-temperature ' ' campaign amid signs containment efforts were paying off .


Lawtey is not the first faith-based program in Florida 's prison system .

But Lawtey is the first entire prison to take that path .


American forces here organized the elections , which officials say are important steps toward establishing democracy in Iraq .

U.S. forces organized the elections , which officials said were a step toward establishing democracy in the nation .


Negotiators talked with the boy for about an hour and a half , Bragdon said .

Negotiators talked with the boy for more than an hour , and SWAT officers surrounded the classroom , Bragdon said .


" If draining the ponds in Maryland will help further establish [ his ] innocence , we welcome it .

If draining the ponds in Maryland will further help establish Steve 's innocence , we welcome it . "


But Cruz resembled a police sketch of the suspect and had injuries consistent with what police expected from the struggle he had with the girl 's mother , Lansdowne said .

Cruz looked like a police sketch of the suspect and had injuries consistent with what police expected from the struggle he had with Jennette 's mother , Chief William Lansdowne said .


Passed in 1999 but never put into effect , the law would have made it illegal for bar and restaurant patrons to light up .

Passed in 1999 but never put into effect , the smoking law would have prevented bar and restaurant patrons from lighting up , but exempted private clubs from the regulation .


A number below 50 suggests contraction in the manufacturing sector , while a number above that indicates expansion .

A reading above 50 suggests growth in the sector , while a number below that level indicates contraction .


Half of the women were given a daily dose of the drug and half took a placebo .

Half the women received a daily tablet of the combination oestrogen plus progestin while the rest were given a placebo .


It would be difficult to overestimate the potential dangers of the Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) vulnerability .

The flaw involves the Remote Procedure Call ( RPC ) protocol , which deals with inter-computer communications .


Mr. Bloomberg later told reporters that the agreement " will be a compromise , like the real world requires . "

" It will be a compromise , like the real world requires , " he said .


The man , who entered the post office in Lakeside shortly before 3 p.m. , gave up to deputies about 6 : 30 p.m.

The man had entered the post office on Woodside Avenue at Maine Avenue shortly before 3 p.m.


Rock singer Ozzy Osbourne , recovering from a quad bike crash , is conscious and joking in his hospital bed , his daughter Kelly said tonight .

Doctors hope rock singer Ozzy Osbourne , who is recovering from a quad bike crash , will begin breathing unassisted again soon , they said today .


The New York senator 's new book , " Living History , " appears a certain bestseller .

Hillary Clinton , the New York senator and former first lady , has a book out Monday titled Living History .


IBM is also " pursuing membership in the group " and plans to be an active participant , according to the CELF statement .

CELF said IBM is pursuing membership and plans to be an active participant in the forum .


Through Thursday , Oracle said 34.75 million PeopleSoft shares had been tendered .

Some 34.7 million shares have been tendered , Oracle said in a statement .


The company 's chief executive retired and chief financial officer resigned .

A third executive , chief operating officer David Glenn was fired .


The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president ’ s staff first focused on Wilson and learned about his wife ’ s employment at the agency .

The FBI is trying to determine when White House officials and members of the vice president 's staff focused on Wilson and learned about his wife 's employment .


The tech-heavy Nasdaq Stock Markets composite index added 1.16 points to 1,504.04 .

The Nasdaq Composite index , full of technology stocks , was lately up around 18 points .


He will replace Ron Dittemore , who announced his resignation April 23 .

Dittemore announced his plans to resign on April 23 .


Pen Hadow , who became the first person to reach the geographic North Pole unsupported from Canada , has just over two days of rations left .

Pen Hadow became the first man last week to reach the geographic North Pole on an unsupported trek through Canada , a journey of about 770 km .


Many of the victims had been headed home for R & R or emergency leave when they were killed .

Many of the victims of Sunday 's attack were headed out of Iraq for R & R or emergency leave .


The face of President Saddam Hussein was added to Iraqi currency after the 1991 Gulf War .

Saddam 's portrait was added to Iraq 's currency after the Gulf War .


" It 's safe to assume that the Senate is prepared to pass some form of cap , " King said .

Its safe to assume the Senate is prepared to pass some form of a cap .... The level of it is to be debated .


He was also accused of masterminding bombings that killed 22 people in Manila in December 2000 .

During interrogation , he admitted that he helped organise and carry out near-simultaneous bombings that killed 22 people in Manila in December 2000 .


The Nikkei average ended trading down 1.83 percent at 10,310.04 , a four-week low .

The Nikkei average .N225 was down 1.83 percent or 192.25 points at 10,310.04 , its lowest close since August 28 .


That exploit works on unpatched Windows 2000 machines with Service Pack 3 and 4 .

Both Counterpane and iDefense contend that the exploit works effectively against Windows 2000 systems running Service Pack 3 and 4 .


The center has a budget of $ 45 million , most of which will be spent on research and testing , Bridges said .

The safety center has a $ 45 million budget for its first year , much of which will be spent on tests and analyses .


Out of the nearly $ 20 billion , $ 18.6 billion is earmarked for reconstruction of Iraq and $ 1.2 billion for Afghanistan .

The $ 87 billion budget includes $ 51 billion for military operations in Iraq , another $ 20 billion for reconstruction and about $ 11 billion for Afghanistan .


" For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " according to extracts released yesterday .

" For me , the Lewinsky imbroglio seemed like just another vicious scandal manufactured by political opponents , " Mrs Clinton writes .


Associated Press Writer Sara Kugler contributed to this report from New York City .

Associated Press Writer Michael Gormley contributed to this report from Albany .


That compares with a profit of $ 1 million , or breakeven , on $ 1.39 billion in revenue during the same period last year .

Total revenue for the second quarter was $ 1.48 billion , up 7 % from $ 1.39 billion in the same period last year .


The company reported quarterly revenue of $ 388.1 million , compared with $ 318.5 million in the same period a year ago .

That compared with a loss of $ 55.4 million , or $ 4.92 per share in the same period a year earlier .


The study was presented yesterday in Chicago at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America .

Both sets of findings were presented Monday at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America in Chicago .


Under the plan , Maine would act as a " pharmacy benefit manager " to lower the cost of prescription drugs .

Under Maine Rx , which state lawmakers approved in 2000 , Maine would act as a " pharmacy benefit manager " to lower the cost of prescription drugs .


" The impact of increased prices has only begun to be seen in the financial numbers of the company , " Noranda president and chief executive officer Derek Pannell said .

" The impact of increased prices has only begun to be seen in the financial numbers of the company , " president and CEO Derek Pannell said in a statement .


In exchange , North Korea would be required to end its nuclear weapons program .

" In return we expect North Korea to give up nuclear weapons . "


Nine years ago , they were married by a justice of the peace .

His wife , married to Moore by a justice of the peace , started planning her dream wedding .


Thousands of people in the South of England caught a glimpse of a lunar eclipse as they gazed up at the sky on Saturday night .

Thousands of people in the South of England caught a glimpse of the lunar eclipse as they gazed up at the night sky early today .


The rats that consumed the tomato powder had a 26 percent lower risk of prostate cancer death than the control rats , researchers found .

Rats on the tomato powder diet had a 26 percent lower risk of prostate cancer death than the control rats , allowing for diet restriction .


It is a national concern that will touch virtually every American , " Abraham said .

The impact of natural-gas shortages " will touch virtually every American , " Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham warned yesterday .


It will also unveil a version of its Windows Server 2003 operating system tuned specifically for storage devices .

It also unveiled an update to its Windows Server 2003 operating system , which is tuned specifically for storage devices .


At 12 , Lionel Tate was charged with first-degree murder over the death of Tiffany Eunick .

Tate was 12 when he was charged with beating Tiffany Eunick , 6 , to death in July 1999 .


About 1,417 schools statewide receive Title I money .

That applies only to schools that get federal Title I money .


Now , nearly two years later , Mallard prepares for trial on charges of murder and tampering with evidence .

Chante Jawaon Mallard , 27 , is charged with murder and tampering with evidence .


In Nairobi , Kenya , the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of All Saints Cathedral , said the U.S. Episcopal Church " is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion . "

The Episcopal Church ' ' is alienating itself from the Anglican Communion , ' ' said the Very Rev. Peter Karanja , provost of the All Saints Cathedral , in Nairobi .


Recall backers say they have collected 1,600,000 signatures , approaching twice the 897,158 needed to force an election .

Recall proponents say they have turned in nearly twice the number of necessary signatures .


The book , called " Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them : A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right , " hits stores this weekend .

Fox was seeking an injunction to halt distribution of " Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them : A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right . "


Selenski had previously spent seven years in prison on a bank robbery conviction .

Selenski had served about seven years in prison for bank robbery .


The decision was among the most significant steps toward deregulation undertaken during the Bush administration .

The decision is among the far-reaching deregulatory actions made during the Bush administration .


" For us , that doesn 't make a difference - the sexual orientation , " Archbishop Tutu said in the black urban centre of Soweto .

" For us that doesn 't make a difference , the sexual orientation , " Tutu told Reuters Television in South Africa 's sprawling Soweto township .


Around 9 : 00 a.m. EDT ( 1300 GMT ) , the euro was at $ 1.1566 against the dollar , up 0.07 percent on the day .

Against the Swiss franc the dollar was at 1.3289 francs , up 0.5 percent on the day .


Sony 's portfolio gives subscribers a variety of personalized services including the ability to download and experience images , ring tones , music videos and other music entertainment services .

Sony Music 's portfolio of products and services currently enable carriers to offer subscribers the ability to download images , ring tones , music videos and other entertainment services .


He said the local organized crime police were investigating a suspect , but he would not confirm if it was the 24-year-old cited by Bitdefender .

He said the local organized crime police were investigating a suspect , but he would not say if it was Ciobanu .


Previously , it had reported a profit of $ 12 million , or 0 cents a share , for that period .

Previously , it had reported a small profit of $ 12 million , or break-even on a per-share basis , for the period .


The life expectancy for boys born in 2001 was 74.4 years , up two years since 1990 .

According to the report , average life expectancy has increased by nearly two years since 1990 .


Big Blue says the SEC calls the action a fact-finding investigation and has not reached any conclusions related to this matter .

The SEC specifically advised IBM that this is a fact-finding investigation and that it has not reached any conclusions related to this matter .


They were held under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000 on suspicion of involvement in the commission , preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism .

Badat was arrested under section 41 of the Terrorism Act “ on suspicion of involvement in the commission , preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism , ” Scotland Yard confirmed .


Starting on Saturday , every computer infected with MSBlast is expected to start flooding Microsoft 's Windows Update service with legitimate-looking connection requests .

Starting on Aug. 16 , every computer infected with MBlast will start flooding Microsoft 's Windows Update service with legitimate-looking connection requests .


" We see the First Amendment to protect religious liberty , not crush religious liberty , " said Patrick Mahoney , director of the Christian Defense Coalition .

" We put the call out , " said the Rev. Patrick J. Mahoney , director of the Christian Defense Coalition .


Florida 's Third District Court of Appeal saidon Wednesdaythe original proceedings were " irretrievably tainted " by misconduct by lawyers representing the class .

Florida ’ s Third District Court of Appeal said on Wednesday the original proceedings were “ irretrievably tainted ” by misconduct by attorneys for the class .


Courant Staff Writers Matt Eagan and Ken Davis contributed to this story .

Courant Staff Writer Jeff Goldberg contributed to this story .


In addition , the committee noted , " while spending is firming , the labour market has been weakening " .

" The evidence accumulated over the intermeeting period confirms that spending is firming , although the labor market has been weakening .


Nigeria and other African oil producers are increasingly important in U.S. plans to lessen dependence on Middle Eastern suppliers for its energy security .

Nigeria and other African producers are increasingly important in the former Texas oilman 's plans to lessen dependence on Middle Eastern suppliers for energy security .


Appeals had kept him on death row longer than anyone else in the U.S. , AP said .

Isaacs had been on death row longer than anyone in the nation .


While many likely now will quit – as millions of women already have – Soltes said she likely will continue to prescribe the supplements for relief of change-of-life symptoms .

While many likely now will quit - as millions of women already have - Soltes said she is likely to continue prescribing the supplements for relief of change-of-life symptoms .


The federal and local governments remained largely shut down in the aftermath of Hurricane Isabel , as were schools , and much of the region 's transportation network was slowed .

In the aftermath of Hurricane Isabel , federal and local governments remained shut down , as did schools and many businesses .


Ursel Reisen confirmed it operated the coach , but gave no details other than to say the passengers were of mixed ages .

Ursel Reisen confirmed it had been operating the coach , but declined to give details of the passengers other than to say they were of mixed ages .


But he is the only candidate who has won national labor endorsements so far , picking up his 11th union on Tuesday when the United Steelworkers of America endorsed him .

But he is the only candidate who has won national labor endorsements so far , picking up his 11th on Tuesday .


The judge also refused to postpone the trial date of Sept . 29 .

Obus also denied a defense motion to postpone the Sept . 29 trial date .


Regardless , its first quarter saw a profit of $ 721 million , or 29 cents , on revenue of $ 17.9 billion .

Analysts expected earnings of 27 cents a share on revenue of $ 17.7 billion , Thomson First Call says .


Under the proposal , Slocan shareholders will get 1.3147 Canfor shares for each common share .

Under a proposed plan of arrangement , Slocan shareholders will receive 1.3147 Canfor shares for every Slocan share they own .


BellSouth also added 654,000 net long-distance customers in the third quarter .

BellSouth added 111,000 DSL customers during the quarter to reach a total of 1.3m subscribers .


The day after Wilkie resigned , Howard said in a televised address that Iraq possessed " chemical and biological weapons capable of causing death and destruction on a mammoth scale " .

In a televised address back in March , Mr Howard declared Iraq had weapons capable of " causing death and destruction on a mammoth scale " .


The Dow Jones industrial average .DJI slipped 9.54 points , or 0.1 percent , at 9,558.92 .

The blue-chip Dow Jones industrial average eased 44 points , or 0.47 percent , to 9,543 , after scoring five consecutive up sessions .


Earlier on Monday , Grant Thornton SpA repeated previous statements that it was " a victim of fraudulent action " .

Grant Thornton claims that it too was the “ victim ” of a fraud .


The winner of this year 's Most Popular New Talent Logie , Goodrem first went to a specialist on Monday feeling tired and unwell .

She first went to a specialist for initial tests last Monday , feeling tired and unwell .


All three were studied for fingerprints , DNA and other traces of evidence , but prosecutors have not yet testified to what , if anything , they yielded .

All three were studied for fingerprints , DNA and other traces of evidence , but there has been no testimony yet about what the tests might have yielded .


Cambone said U.S forces found the tractor-trailer April 19 at a Kurdish checkpoint near the city of Mosul in northern Iraq .

Kurdish forces at a checkpoint near Mosul in northern Iraq seized the trailer on April 19 .


Sony Ericsson also said it would shut down its GSM / UMTS R & D center in Munich , Germany , to increase profitability .

Sony Ericsson also said it plans to close its R & D site in Munich , Germany , for GSM and UMTS handsets .


J.D. Edwards shareholders will receive 0.86 of a share of PeopleSoft for each share of J.D. Edwards .

Shareholders will get 0.86 PeopleSoft share , or $ 13.11 , for each J.D. Edwards share , based on recent trading prices .


That failure to act contributed to September the 11th and the failure to act today continues ( to put ) Americans in a vulnerable circumstance , " Graham said .

" That failure to act contributed to September 11 and the failure to act today continues [ to put ] Americans in a vulnerable circumstance , " said Graham .


The Intel C + + Compiler for Platform Builder for Microsoft .NET is available for the suggested list price of $ 1,499 and is intended for OEM and system integrator use .

The Intel C + + Compiler for Platform Builder for Microsoft Windows CE.Net is available for $ 1,499 and is intended for use by device manufacturers and systems integrators .


" There were , " said board member and Nobel-prize winning Stanford physicist Douglas Osheroff , " some extremely bad decisions .

Board member Douglas Osheroff , a Nobel-prize winning Stanford physicist , said : " There were some extremely bad decisions .


He later learned that the incident was caused by the Concorde 's sonic boom .

He later found out the alarming incident had been caused by Concorde 's powerful sonic boom .


Zulifquar Ali , a worshiper slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers first targeted the mosque 's guards .

Witness Zulfiqar Ali , who was slightly wounded by shrapnel , said the attackers had focused on the mosque 's guards .


He said the problem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet is cleared to fly again .

He said the prob lem needs to be corrected before the space shuttle fleet flies again .


Doctors would face fines and up to two years in prison for performing the procedure , except as a lifesaving step .

Physicians who perform the procedure would face up to two years in prison , under the bill .


" We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " Barbara Comstock said .

" We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " said Barbara Comstock , Ashcroft 's press secretary .


Since March 11 , when the market 's major indices were at their lowest levels since hitting multi-year lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 per cent .

Since March 11 , when the markets major indexes were at their lowest levels since hitting multiyear lows in October , the tech-laden Nasdaq has climbed nearly 20 percent .


The two men , whose names were not released , both were using Pakistani passports and were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , police said .

The men had Pakistani passports and reportedly were seen together at the airport earlier in the evening , law enforcement sources said .


" We 've put a lot of effort and energy into improving our patching progress , probably later than we should have .

" We have put a lot of energy into patching , later than we should have , " he said .


Rebels sought to consolidate their grip on a troubled northeastern Congolese town Tuesday after a week of fighting that killed at least 112 people .

Rebels consolidated their grip on a troubled northeastern Congolese town Tuesday as residents identified at least 112 dead after a week of fighting .


This was around the time Congress was debating a resolution granting the President broad authority to wage war .

Within four days , the House and Senate overwhelmingly endorsed a resolution granting the president authority to go to war .


After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into Blaine , Wash . , from Canada last month , two sources said .

After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into the United States from Canada last month .


But Adora Obi Nweze , the NAACP state president , said the state only tried to prove its conclusion of suicide , rather than consider the possibility of murder .

Adora Obi Nweze , the NAACP state president , said the state has refused to consider the possibility of murder .


" We can 't change the past , but we can do a lot about the future , " Sheehan said at a news conference Wednesday afternoon .

" We can 't change the past , but we can do a lot about the future , " Sheehan said hours after arriving in Phoenix .


Subsequently , some bondholders have filed suit to block the exchange offer .

Bondholders of Mirant Americas Generation subsequently filed suit against Mirant seeking to block the exchange offer .


Officer Evans did not respond to requests for an interview last week .

Officer Evans had declined written and telephone requests for an interview .


Sixty players and five coaches from the school attended the training camp in August in Preston Park , about 125 miles north of Philadelphia .

Sixty players and five coaches from Mepham High School in Bellmore , Long Island attended the training camp in August .


The official would not name the leakers for the record and said he had no indication that Mr Bush knew about the calls .

The official would not name the leakers for the record and would not name the journalists .


In his new position , Dynes will earn $ 395,000 , a significant increase over Atkinson 's salary of $ 361,400 .

Dynes will be paid $ 395,000 a year ; Atkinson 's salary is $ 361,400 .


Schering-Plough shares fell 72 cents to close at $ 18.34 on the New York Stock Exchange .

The shares fell 72 cents , or 3.8 percent , to $ 18.34 Monday on the New York Stock Exchange .


Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld and other top Pentagon officials downplayed Wallace 's comments .

The Defence Secretary , Donald Rumsfeld , and other top Pentagon officials played down his comments .


One , Fort Carson-based Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was on his way home to attend his mother 's funeral in Pennsylvania , relatives said .

Sgt. Ernest Bucklew , 33 , was coming home from Iraq to bury his mother in Pennsylvania .


And " although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , " it said the prospects for British exports were " weaker than previously expected . "

" Although the preconditions for recovery remain in place , the prospect for external demand for UK output is weaker than previously expected . "


Israel 's defense minister on Sunday raised the specter of an Israeli invasion in the Gaza Strip , where Palestinian militants already face a deadly air campaign .

Shaul Mofaz , Israel 's Defence Minister , raised the prospect of a ground offensive into the Gaza Strip , in addition to a growing air campaign to assassinate Hamas militants .


The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX eased 7.57 points , or 0.76 percent , at 990.94 .

The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index was down 25.36 points , or 1.53 percent , at 1,628.26 .


The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries defied expectations on Wednesday and lowered its output ceiling by 900,000 barrels a day to 24.5 million barrels starting in November .

The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries decided yesterday to lower its output ceiling by 900,000 barrels a day to 24.5 million barrels starting in November .


Though that slower spending made 2003 look better , many of the expenditures actually will occur in 2004 .

Though that slower spending made 2003 look better , many of the expenditures will actually occur in 2004 , making that year 's shortfall worse .


But Odette is the first to form over the Caribbean Sea in December , the Center said .

It is the first named storm to develop in the Caribbean in December .


Announced last week , Apple 's iTunes Music Store has sold over 1 million songs in the first week , the company announced on Monday .

Apple Computer 's new online music service sold more than 1 million songs during its first week of operation , the company said Monday .


" Such communication will help adult smokers make more informed choices , " company vice president Richard Verheij told a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee at a separate hearing .

" Such communication will help adult smokers make more informed choices , " company vice president Richard Verheij told a separate hearing , before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee .


The dollar was last at $ 1.1149 to the euro , close to its strongest level since April 30 .

The dollar pushed as high as $ 1.1115 to the euro in early trade , extending Tuesday 's one percent rally to hit its strongest level since April 30 .


After their arrests , the men told investigators they paid to be smuggled into the United States from Canada last month .

After their arrests , sources said the men admitted they were smuggled into Washington state from Canada in July .


The Production Index rose by 1.4 percentage points from 51.5 percent in May to 52.9 percent in June .

The production index rose to 52.9 percent from 51.5 percent in May .


Germany , another opponent of the war currently on the U.N. Security Council , has moved closer to the United States , and did not insist on a timetable Monday .

Germany , another opponent of the war currently on the U.N. Security Council , in recent weeks has moved closer to Washington and did not insist on a timetable .


Power5 , like Power4 , includes two processor cores in a single slice of silicon .

Like the Power4 , the Power5 contains two processor cores on one chip .


She said in 2003 , not one U.S. state had an obesity rate below 15 percent .

She said in 2003 , not one American state had an obesity level less than 15 percent of the population .


Special , sensitive light sensors pick up the telltale glow , he said .

A sensitive light detector then looks for the telltale blue glow .


The federal government is approving new pesticides without basic information such as whether they harm children , says Canada 's environment commissioner .

The federal government is approving new pesticides without even knowing whether they pose a threat to children , Canada 's environment watchdog warned yesterday .


In September 2002 , the nearby Gard region was hit by similar floods .

In September 2002 , floods in the Gard region killed 23 people .


Overall , 83 percent of women washed up , compared with 74 percent of men .

But in San Francisco , 80 percent of men and only 59 percent of women washed their hands .


Analysts had expected 53 cents a share , according to research firm Thomson First Call .

Home Depot is expected to report earnings per share of 46 cents for the third quarter , according to Thomson First Call .


The number of people in the UK infected by HIV , the virus that causes Aids , increased by almost 20 per cent last year to nearly 50,000 .

The global epidemic of HIV , the virus that causes Aids , is tightening its grip on Britain with a record number of new cases diagnosed last year .


But stocks have rallied sharply over the past 3-1 / 2 months amid hopes for an economic rebound later this year .

But stocks have roared higher in the past 3-1 / 2 months amid hopes for an economic rebound .


" Spring has arrived in Estonia -- we 're back in Europe , " Prime Minister Juhan Parts told a news conference on Sunday .

" Spring has arrived in Estonia - we 're back in Europe , " Juhan Parts , prime minister , told a news conference last night .


AMD will own a 60 percent interest in the new company and Fujitsu owns 40 percent .

Fujitsu will own 40 percent of the company , which will be headquartered in Sunnyvale , Calif .


He was then given leave to appeal against the sentence to the Supreme Court of Appeal .

He was given leave to appeal against part of his conviction and sentence .


Songs can be burned to CDs , but the same playlist can only be burned up to five times - Apple 's puts the limit at ten burns .

Tracks can be burned to CDs , but the same playlist may only be burned up to five times .


SSE shares were little changed , up 0.3 percent at 654 pence by 1018 GMT , but analysts welcomed the move .

SSE shares were unchanged at 652 pence by 0835 GMT but analysts welcomed the deal .


Shares of EDS gained $ 1.49 , or 6.6 percent , to $ 23.999 early Wednesday on the New York Stock Exchange .

Shares were off 30 cents , or 1.3 percent , at $ 22.58 on Tuesday on the New York Stock Exchange .


The deficit is still expected to top $ 500 billion in 2004 -- even with an improving economy .

But Mr. Bolten cautioned that the deficit was still likely to exceed $ 500 billion in the 2004 fiscal year .


" As a responsible leader we feel it necessary to make these changes because online chat services are increasingly being misused , " Microsoft told the BBC .

" As a responsible leader we felt it necessary to make these changes because online chat services are increasingly being misused , " stated Gillian Kent , director at MSN UK .


We have already found two trailers , both of which we believe were used for the manufacture of biological weapons .

We have already found two trailers that we and the Americans believe were used for chemical and biological weapons . "


America Online last quarter lost 846,000 dial-up subscribers .

No wonder AOL lost 846,000 subscribers last quarter .


Governor Gray Davis estimated yesterday that the fires could cost nearly $ 2 billion .

State officials estimated the cost at nearly $ 2 billion .


None of the Prairie Plant Systems marijuana can be distributed until the document is made available , she said .

None of Prairie Plant 's marijuana can be distributed until the Health Canada 's user manual is made available , she said .


He left the ship after the collision , went to his home , and attempted suicide .

Captain Smith left the ferry terminal after the crash , went to his home and attempted suicide .


He reportedly claims Prime Minister Sir Allan Kemakeza had made a deal with him to keep his guns while Harold Keke 's group was armed .

He was reported as saying Prime Minister Sir Allan Kemakeza had made a deal with him to keep his guns while notorious warlord Harold Keke 's group was armed .


" The woman was taken to New Charing Cross Hospital by ambulance and her condition is critical .

She was taken to Charing Cross Hospital , where she remained critically ill last night .


If sufficient evidence exists at the end of what is expected to be a five-day hearing , Peterson will be held for trial on the charges .

If the judge decides that is so at the end of what is expected to be a five-day hearing , Peterson will be held for trial on the charges .


They returned in 1999 after rebel raids on a neighboring Russian region and a series of deadly apartment-building bombings that were blamed on the rebels .

In 1999 , troops returned after rebel raids on a neighbouring Russian region and a series of deadly apartment-house bombings in Russian cities that were blamed on the rebels .


Tropical Storm Claudette continued its slow churn toward the Texas coast early Sunday , with forecasters expecting the plodding storm system to make landfall as a hurricane by early Tuesday .

Tropical Storm Claudette headed for the Texas coast Saturday , with forecasters saying the sluggish storm system could reach hurricane strength before landfall early Tuesday .


" Everything is going to move everywhere , " Doug Feith , undersecretary of defence for policy , said in an interview .

" Everything is going to move everywhere , " Douglas J. Feith , undersecretary of defence force policy , is quoted as saying .


According to Sanmina-SCI , Newisys , based in Austin , Texas , will become a wholly-owned subsidiary .

Newisys , an Austin , Texas , startup headed by former IBM and Dell execs , will become a wholly-owned subsidiary .


Several black Democratic leaders were attempting to arrange a meeting with DNC chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs .

Black Democratic leaders were trying to arrange a meeting with Democratic National Committee Chairman Terry McAuliffe to discuss the layoffs of 10 minority staffers at party headquarters .


The company 's shares fell 3.6 percent to close at $ 66.89 on the Nasdaq .

Shares of Express Scripts ESRX.O fell about 4 percent to $ 66.73 on the Nasdaq in late morning trade .


The Emeryville-based toy company filed suit Friday in federal court in Wilmington , Del . , claiming Fisher-Price is violating its 1998 patent on interactive learning books for toddlers and preschoolers .

The Emeryville-based toy company filed suit Friday claiming Fisher-Price is violating its 1998 patent on interactive-learning books for toddlers and preschoolers .


They also drafted a non-binding priorities list specifying that a quarter of it may be used to reduce planned 5 percent cuts in fees paid to health-care providers .

They also drafted a nonbinding priorities list specifying that one-quarter may be used to reduce planned cuts of 5 percent in fees paid to health care providers .


The Thomson First Call consensus was for earnings of 19 cents a share .

Analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call had expected earnings of 19 cents per share in the third quarter .


Mr Hadley , who has a new partner and child , said : " I am absolutely delighted .

In a statement issued by his solicitors , Mr Hadley said : " I am absolutely delighted with the outcome of proceedings .


" I love the Catholic Church with all my heart , mind , soul and strength , " said Troy , who spoke quickly but in a steady voice .

" I love the Catholic Church with all my heart , mind , soul and strength , " he said .


A divided Supreme Court ruled that Congress can force the nation 's public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters .

The Supreme Court said Monday the government can require public libraries to equip computers with anti-pornography filters , rejecting librarians ' complaints that the law amounts to censorship .


Under NASD regulations , Mr. Young can file a response and request a hearing before an NASD panel .

The analyst , already let go by Merrill , can request a hearing before a NASD panel .


" We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attacks , " said Barbara Comstock , Ashcroft 's press secretary .

" We make no apologies for finding every legal way possible to protect the American public from further terrorist attack , " said Barbara Comstock , Justice Department spokeswoman .


One man died and 15 others were hospitalized after drinking tainted coffee following the April 27 worship service at Gustaf Adolph Lutheran Church in New Sweden .

The victims drank tainted coffee after the April 27 worship service at Gustaf Adolph Lutheran Church in New Sweden .


The Dow Jones industrial average < .DJI > rose 98.74 points , or 1.12 percent , to 8,949.00 .

The city index outperformed the Dow Jones industrial average , which rose 2.9 percent during the four-day trading week .


Analysts ' consensus estimate from Thomson First Call was for a loss of $ 2.08 a share , excluding one-time items .

The estimate of analysts surveyed by Thomson First Call was for a loss of $ 2.75 a share .


He blamed guerrillas from the Taliban regime ousted in late 2001 and said it was possible the bomber died in the blast .

He blamed the blast on guerillas from the Taliban regime overthrown in late 2001 and said it was possible the bomber was killed in the blast .


Responding later , Edward Skyler , a spokesman for the mayor , said , " The comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts .

Jordan Barowitz , a spokesman for Republican Mayor Michael Bloomberg said : " The Comptroller 's statements , while noteworthy for their sensationalism , bear no relation to the facts . "


Hannum was five and a half months pregnant when her mother died .

In her testimony , Kate Hannum said she was 5 1 / 2 months pregnant when her mother was killed .


Goold said reporters ' calls to Peterson may have been monitored .

Prosecutors said interviews Peterson gave reporters may have been monitored in case the fertilizer salesman confessed .


The state 's population was 6,080,485 in 2000 , according to the U.S. census .

Between 1960 and 2000 , however , the state 's population grew by 30.4 percent to 6,080,485 .


The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said .

The other 18 people inside the building - two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend - escaped unharmed , Aaron said .


He also accused royal courtiers of poisoning the brothers ’ “ little minds ” .

He said the royal family has poisoned the princes ' " little minds . "


The total for the Johnny Depp swashbuckler rose to $ 232.8 million .

Its cumulative total is $ 232.8 million , heading for $ 275 million .


I would like to congratulate Russia on the successful World Climate Change Conference last week .

Momentous happenings at the World Climate Conference in Moscow last week .


At least seven other governments have signed agreements , but have asked not to have them publicized .

Egypt , Mongolia , the Seychelles , Tunisia and at least three other governments have signed unpublicized agreements .


The G + J executive was testifying in Manhattan 's State Supreme Court where O 'Donnell and G + J are suing each other for breach of contract .

He spoke in Manhattan 's State Supreme Court , where O 'Donnell and G + J sued each other for breach of contract .


By 10 p.m. , Claudette was centered about 320 miles east of Brownsville , with maximum sustained winds of 65 mph , 9 mph shy of hurricane strength .

Early Monday , the center of Claudette was about 300 miles east of Brownsville , with maximum sustained wind blowing at 65 mph , 9 mph shy of hurricane strength .


Jim Furyk celebrated his first Father 's Day as a father by winning his first major golf championship .

His first Father 's Day as a dad , his first major as a champion .


" We must not engage in borough warfare , " Thompson testified at a budget hearing by the City Council 's Finance Committee .

" We must not engage in borough warfare , " the Comptroller William Thompson told the Council , according to his written testimony .


The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index slipped 3.14 points , or 0.29 percent , to 1,071.99 .

The Standard & Poor 's retail index < .RLX > was up more than 1.5 percent .


He took batting practice on the field for the second time Tuesday since his opening-day injury .

Jeter , who dislocated his left shoulder in a collision March 31 , took batting practice on the field for the first time Monday .


The redesigned Finder also features search , coloured labels for customized organization of documents and projects and dynamic browsing of the network for Mac , Windows and UNIX file servers .

It also supports coloured labels to better organise documents , and dynamic browsing of the network for Mac , Windows and Unix file servers .


But to see those pages , users would be required by Amazon to register , and Amazon plans to limit the amount of any single book a customer can view .

But to see those pages Amazon would require users to register , and it plans to limit the amount of any single book a browser can view .


Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors - three non-industry representatives and three industry representatives .

Also Thursday , the NYSE 's board elected six new directors to the board and re-elected six others .


Between 1993 and 2002 , 142 allegations of sexual assault were reported .

From 1993 to 2002 , there were 142 reported sexual assaults at the academy .


" Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these superannuation payments irrespective of ... ( how ) he left the company , " Mr Argus said .

" Mr Gilbertson would have been entitled to these ( pension ) payments irrespective of the circumstances in which he left the company , " Mr Argus said .


Five Big East schools , Connecticut , Pittsburgh , Rutgers , Virginia Tech and West Virginia , filed the lawsuit June 6 .

Pittsburgh , West Virginia , Rutgers , Connecticut and Virginia Tech filed the lawsuit this month in Hartford , Conn .


Graham said the surgery was not exactly the way to begin a campaign , but he is recovered .

Graham acknowledged that surgery was not exactly the way to begin a campaign , but he said he feels strong and has the go-ahead from his doctors .


As temperatures soar above 50 degrees ( 120 Fahrenheit ) , fridges and air conditioners have stuttered to a halt in Basra .

As temperatures soar above 120 Fahrenheit in Basra , fridges and air conditioners have stuttered to a halt .


Chief merchandising officers oversee the buying and development of merchandise , deciding the merchandising direction of the company , or basically what it should stand for .

He or she decides the merchandising direction of the company , or basically what it should stand for .


" September and third-quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " George Scalise , the SIA 's president , said in the statement .

" September and third quarter data confirm that demand in the global semiconductor market is rising briskly , " stated SIA President George Scalise , in a statement .


The ISM noted that " with the exception of March 2003 , growth in business activity has been reported by ISM members every month beginning with February 2002 . "

" With the exception of March 2003 , growth in business activity has been reported by ISM members every month beginning with February 2002 , " the Arizona-based group said .


That investigation closed without any charges being laid .

The investigation was closed without charges in 2001 .


Officials at Mortazavi 's office and the judiciary declined to respond to Reuters ' requests for comment on the accusations .

Judiciary officials did not immediately respond to Reuters ' requests for comment on the criticism of Mortazavi 's appointment .


Beagle 2 is attached to Mars Express by what is known as a Spin-Up and Ejection Mechanism ( Suem ) .

A command is sent to Mars Express to release Beagle 2 by what is known as a Spin-Up and Eject Mechanism .


Gary Nicklaus , the 34-year-old son of Jack Nicklaus who is playing on a sponsor 's exemption , birdied five of his first nine holes before faltering to a 69 .

Gary Nicklaus , the 34-year-old son of the Golden Bear who is playing on a sponsor 's exemption , birdied five of his first nine holes before shooting 69 .


The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was up 3.41 points , or 0.35 percent , at 967.00 , also its highest close so far this year .

The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX was down 0.04 points , or 0 percent , at 971.52 .


" There is no conscious policy on the part of the United States to move the dollar at all , " Snow said .

" There is no conscious policy of the United States , I can assure you of this , to move the dollar at all , " he said .


" Events on our system , in and of themselves , could not account for the widespread nature of the outage , " FirstEnergy Chief Executive Peter Burg told the House panel .

" Events on our system , in and of themselves , could not account for the widespread nature of the outage , " Burg said .


Kinsley , for example , wrote in the Post Monday : " Sinners have long cherished the fantasy that William Bennett , the virtue magnate , might be among our number .

" Sinners have long cherished the fantasy that William Bennett , the virtue magnate , might be among our number , " Michael Kinsely wrote .


He projected Vanderpool will be available within the next five years .

Products featuring Vanderpool will be released within five years , he said .


The ambassador said it was up to the Americans to press the Iraqis to make the invitation , which he said the United States appears unwilling to do .

The ambassador said it was up to the Americans to press the Iraqi council to make the invitation - a move he said the United States appears unwilling to make .


In afternoon trading in Europe , France 's CAC-40 advanced and Britain 's FTSE 100 each gained 0.7 percent , while Germany 's DAX index rose 0.6 percent .

In Europe , France 's CAC-40 rose 1.3 percent , Britain 's FTSE 100 declined 0.2 percent and Germany 's DAX index gained 0.6 percent .


The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite index fell 3.99 , or 0.2 percent , to 1,682.72 , following a two-day win of 55.93 .

The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC eased 8.52 points , or 0.51 percent , to 1,670.21 .


He was released on $ 3-million bail and immediately returned to Las Vegas , where he had been filming a video .

After posting $ 3 million bail , Jackson flew to Las Vegas , where he had been working on a video .


Florida 's primary isn 't until March 9 - following 28 other states .

Florida 's primary will be March 9 , after 28 states ' primaries or caucuses .


" It still remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " Sprayregen said .

" It remains to be seen whether the revenue recovery will be short- or long-lived , " said James Sprayregen , UAL bankruptcy attorney , in court .


Dividends are currently taxed at ordinary income tax rates of as much as 38.6 per cent .

Under current law , dividends are taxed at standard income tax rates up to 38.6 percent .


Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of Defense for health affairs , said the vaccine poses little danger .

" We stand behind this program , " said Dr. William Winkenwerder , assistant secretary of defense for health affairs .


There was no way the man could hear him , but he turned in the rescuers ' direction , forlorn , hopeless .

There was no way the man could hear him , but he turned and mouthed something .


Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist , a Tennessee Republican , said he intended to work to get the loan provision removed from the final bill .

Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist , a Tennessee Republican , said he intended to work to see that the loan provision was not in the final bill .


A final decision on his fate , including the power of the death penalty , lay with President Bush .

A final decision on his fate would lie with US President George Bush .


" And about eight to 10 seconds down , I hit .

" I was in the water for about eight seconds .


" I ´ m very proud of the citizens of this state , " Gov. John Baldacci said after votes from Tuesday ´ s referendum were counted .

" I 'm very proud of the citizens of this state , " said Gov. John Baldacci , a casino foe .


The two blond opponents appeared almost identical in matching powder-blue outfits – to their dismay .

The two blond opponents appeared almost identical because they wore matching powder-blue outfits - to their dismay . "


The decision unnerved voting officials who already have been warning that they have barely enough time to organize the election before the balloting is scheduled to begin .

The decision unnerved voting officials who already have been warning they have barely enough time to organize the election .


The House Government Reform Committee rapidly approved the legislation this morning .

The House Government Reform Committee passed the bill today .


The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index < .SPX > edged down 9 points , or 0.98 percent , to 921 .

The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index shed 5.20 , or 0.6 percent , to 924.42 as of 9 : 33 a.m. in New York .


The seizure of the money was confirmed by a US Treasury official assigned to work with Iraqi financial officers in Baghdad in rebuilding the country 's banking and financial system .

The seizure of the money was confirmed by a United States Treasury official assigned to work with Iraqi financial officers here to rebuild the country 's banking and financial system .


That was a reversal from a loss of $ 35 million , or 20 cents , a year earlier .

Net income was 12 cents a share , compared with a net loss of $ 35 million , or 20 cents , a year earlier .


The lawsuit , filed after a 19-month investigation by the Employee Benefits Security Administration , names Lay and Skilling among others .

The lawsuit , filed after a 19-month investigation by the Employee Benefits Security Administration , names former Enron Chairman Kenneth Lay and former chief executive Jeff Skilling , among others .


We can make life very difficult for terrorist elements , we can scatter them , we can cut off one head here and one tentacle there .

We can scatter them , we can cut off one head here and one tentacle there , but often the beast survives .


Overall , students are most likely to be taught by a 15-year veteran with a growing workload and slightly eroding interest in staying in teaching , the work-force portrait shows .

The average teacher is a 15-year veteran with a growing workload and slightly eroding interest in staying in teaching , the work force portrait shows .


Carnival Corp. stock was trading at $ 31.29 during midday trading Wednesday , down 72 cents or 2.25 percent .

Carnival Corp. stock was down 2.5 percent , or 81 cents , at $ 31.20 on the New York Stock Exchange .


According to the 2000 Census , Long Beach 's Hispanic or Latino population was listed at 35.8 percent .

According to the Census Bureau , the Hispanic population increased by 9.8 percent from the April 2000 census figures .


Lewis , the WBC champion , can still fight June 21 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles against another opponent .

With Johnson 's injury , the fight card at the Staples Center in Los Angeles is in question .


With 2.3 million members nationwide , the Episcopal Church is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member global Anglican Communion .

The Episcopal Church , with 2.3 million members , is the U.S. branch of the 77 million-member Communion .


BEA Systems Inc . BEAS.O on Thursday said second-quarter profits rose 28 percent , as revenues grew amid a contracting overall market for business software .

BEA Systems Inc . BEAS.O said on Thursday second-quarter profits rose 28 percent , as revenues grew slightly more than Wall Street expected amid a contracting overall market for business software .


It will appear in the next few weeks on the Web site of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences .

Details of the research will appear in a future issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences .


The market 's broader gauges also posted big gains , having climbed higher for four consecutive weeks .

The broader market also retreated , having climbed higher for four consecutive weeks .


Mr. Geoghan had been living in a protective custody unit since being transferred to the prison on April 3 .

He had been in protective custody since being transferred to Souza-Baranowski in April , officials said .


WinFS will require that applications be rewritten to exploit such capabilities .

However , applications will have to be rewritten to take advantage of such capabilities .


The pilot decided to fly to Kennedy , which has longer runways than Newark Airport .

" Realizing this , the pilot changed course and diverted to Kennedy , which has longer runways . "


The number of probable cases dropped to 64 on Tuesday from 66 on Monday in and around Toronto , a city of four million people .

As of Monday , there were 66 probable cases in and around Toronto , a city of 4 million people .


Despite their differences , U.S. and EU leaders said there were areas of agreement .

Despite these and other differences , U.S. and EU leaders insisted they were working well together .


Bolland told the News of the World : “ I was astonished at Sir Michael ’ s question .

Mr Bolland said : " I was astonished at Sir Michael 's question .


Symbol 's former chief accounting officer , Robert Korkuc , is expected to plead guilty in a federal court in Long Island later Thursday , according to reports .

The Securities and Exchange Commission announced that Robert Korkuc was expected to plead guilty Thursday in federal court on Long Island to securities fraud charges .


Two partners in Grant Thornton 's Italian business were arrested last week and questioned by magistrates investigating the collapse of Parmalat , the Italian dairy company .

Two partners in Grant Thornton 's Italian business have been arrested and are being questioned by magistrates over the collapse of the giant food group .


But Senate criticism of the House plan Tuesday came on several fronts .

And several Senate Republicans are cranky about the House map .


He proposed a system under which it would take fewer and fewer votes to overcome a filibuster .

Frist proposed a process in which it would take gradually fewer votes to overcome filibusters preventing final votes on judicial confirmations .


The industry censor forbade the sexual innuendo contained in the play and would not allow the characters to sleep together .

The industry censor forbade the sexual innuendo of the play and would not allow Ewell 's character to sleep with Monroe 's .


A month ago , the Commerce Department estimated that GDP had grown at a 7.2 percent rate in the third quarter .

A month ago , the Commerce Department said GDP grew at a 7.2 percent rate .


Mark Kaiser , vice-president of marketing , and Tim Lee , vice-president of purchasing , were dismissed last week .

Mark Kaiser and Tim Lee , respectively US Foodservice vice-presidents for marketing and purchasing , have been dismissed .


The transaction will grant Handspring stockholders 0.09 of a share of Palm--and no shares of PalmSource--for each share of Handspring common stock .

Under the proposed terms of the transaction , and following the spinoff of PalmSource , Palm will exchange 0.09 shares for each share of Handspring .


Shares of San Diego-based Jack In The Box closed at $ 21.49 , up 78 cents , or 3.8 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange .

Shares of Tampa-based Outback Steakhouse Inc. closed at $ 44.50 , up $ 1.78 , or 4.2 percent , on the New York Stock Exchange .


It doesnt appear the children struggled , Prowers County Coroner Joe Giadone said Saturday .

The cause of death is drowning , and the manner of death is homicide , Prowers County Coroner Joe Giadone said .


The most recent was in 1998 , when Dr Barnett Slepian was killed in his home in Amherst , New York .

The most recent killing was in 1998 , when Dr. Barnett Slepian was shot and killed in his home in Amherst , N.Y.


Meanwhile , Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst alluded to an interparty political struggle : " Sounds like the Republican primary started early this year . "

Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst suggested a political motive for the report , saying : " It sounds like the Republican primary started early this year . "


In Washington on Sunday , FBI spokesman John Iannarelli said the bureau will join the investigation in An-Najaf .

In Washington , FBI spokesman John Iannarelli said Sunday the bureau will provide forensic analysis of the wreckage .


Jason Giambi capitalized with an RBI single to center .

Jason Giambi contributed a two-out RBI single .


Cabrera was called up to help in left field because Todd Hollandsworth has not been productive .

Cabrera was called up Friday from Double A Carolina and started in left field .


Months later , another clinic doctor , Dr. Wayne Patterson , was killed away from the clinic .

Months later , an unknown shooter killed Dr. Wayne Patterson , who ran Gunn 's clinic .


" Although some firms show BPO savings , vendors overstate their current offerings , " John C. McCarthy , Forrester Group director , said .

" Although some firms show BPO savings , vendors overstate their current offerings , " McCarthy said in a statement .


Bloodsworth was ultimately cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties .

In 1993 , after nine years in prison , Bloodsworth was cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties .


Rescue workers had to scrounge for boats to retrieve residents stranded by high water .

Wagner and Wolford both said that rescue workers were scrounging for boats to retrieve residents stranded by high water .


Advancing issues outnumbered decliners nearly 2 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange .

Declining issues outnumbered advancers slightly more than 3 to 1 on the New York Stock Exchange .


In the year-ago period , Pearson posted a 26 million pre-tax profit .

A year ago the firm posted a profit of 26 million pounds .


World Airways Inc. and North American Airlines Inc. also have filed applications seeking authority to provide service to Iraq .

Cargo carriers World Airways Inc. and North American Airlines Inc. have also applied for permission to fly to Baghdad , Mosley said .


When the manager let him in the apartment , Brianna was in her mother 's bedroom lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and watching cartoons .

When a manager let him into the apartment , the youngster was lying in a baby 's bathtub , covered with a towel and was watching a TV cartoon channel .


DeVries did make one stop in town Wednesday - registering as a sex offender at the Soledad Police Department .

Convicted child molester Brian DeVries spoke out in response to community outrage Wednesday afternoon after registering as a sex offender at the Soledad Police Department .


Inflation-index bonds are carrying an interest rate of 4.66 percent .

The interest rate on Series EE savings bonds for May through October is 2.66 percent .


The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near the village of McGrath .

The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near McGrath to establish a moose nursery of sorts .


Air Transport Association spokeswoman Diana Cronan said that travel was down in May through July and that she also expected it to be off over Labor Day .

ATA spokeswoman Diana Cronan said travel was down in May through July , and she also expects it to be down some over Labor Day .


" NASA 's organizational culture and structure had as much to do with this accident as the ( loose ) foam . "

" The NASA organizational culture had as much to do with this accident as the foam , " the report said .


Durst was acquitted this week in the murder of his elderly neighbor , 71-year-old Morris Black .

Durst , a millionaire , pleaded self-defense in the death of his neighbor Morris Black .


Civil liberties groups protested and a US district judge ruled that the monument was an unconstitutional promotion of religion .

Civil liberties groups filed suit , and U.S. District Judge Myron Thompson ordered the monument moved last October , calling it an unconstitutional promotion of religion by government .


They are due to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court today .

The men will appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court on Monday .


Jordan Green , the prelate 's private lawyer , said he had no comment .

O 'Brien 's attorney , Jordan Green , declined to comment .


Shares closed on NASDAQ just below their 52-week high , at $ 32.17 , up $ 1.54 .

Trading of EchoStar 's stock closed Tuesday at a 52-week high of $ 32.17 , up $ 1.54 .


Some state lawmakers say they remain hopeful Bush will sign it , though they acknowledge pressure on the governor to do otherwise .

Some state legislators behind the bill say they remain hopeful Bush will sign the legislation , though they acknowledge pressure is building on the governor to do otherwise .


A total of 114 soldiers were killed in the active combat phase that began March 20 .

A total of 114 U.S. soldiers were killed between the start of the war March 20 and the end of April .


Gillespie sent a letter to CBS President Leslie Moonves asking for a historical review or a disclaimer .

Republican National Committee Chairman Ed Gillespie issued a letter Friday to CBS Television President Leslie Moonves .


" Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands , " Heyer said in a statement .

In a statement , Heyer said , " Dan brings to Coca-Cola enormous experience in managing some of the world 's largest and most familiar brands .


However , official statistics published this week showed a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August .

The ONS this week reported a surprise 0.6 per cent fall in manufacturing output in August .


Printer maker Lexmark International Inc. spurted $ 3.95 to $ 63.35 , recouping some of the $ 14.10 it lost Monday .

Other gainers included Lexmark , which rose $ US3.95 to $ US63.35 , recouping some of the $ US14.10 it lost Monday .


Representatives of abuse victims were dismayed by the development .

Representatives of abuse victims expressed dismay at the possibility .


Bloodsworth was ultimately cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's underwear .

In 1993 , after nine years in prison , Bloodsworth was cleared with evidence gathered from a semen stain on the victim 's panties .


He said the issue of disclosing classified information about a C.I.A. officer was " a very serious matter " that should be " pursued to the fullest extent " by the Justice Department .

The White House said that leaking classified information was a serious matter that should be " pursued to the fullest extent " by the Justice Department .


Unemployment across the state fell a half of a percentage point last month to 6.1 percent from August 's mark of 6.6 percent .

The unemployment rate in San Joaquin County dipped last month to 8.5 percent , down nearly a full percentage point from August .


Under the U.S. Constitution , the other chamber of Congress , the House of Representatives , does not vote on foreign alliances .

The U.S. House of Representatives , the other chamber of Congress , does not vote on treaties .


Shares in Wal-Mart closed at $ 58.28 , up 16 cents , in Tuesday trading on the New York Stock Exchange .

Wal-Mart shares rose 16 cents to close at $ 58.28 on the New York Stock Exchange .


" And they will learn the meaning of American justice , " he said to strong and extended applause .

" The U.S. will find the killers and they will learn the meaning of American justice , " Bush told the crowd , which burst into applause .


Two of the Britons , Sandy Mitchell from Glasgow and Glasgow-born William Sampson , face the death penalty .

Sandy Mitchell , 44 , from Kirkintilloch , Glasgow , and William Sampson , a British citizen born in Glasgow , face beheading in public .


During a period of nearly a decade , Telemarketing Associates raised more than $ 7 million .

Telemarketing Associates , hired by VietNow , raised $ 7.1 million from 1987 to 1995 .


In the present case , Mr. Day said he hoped there would be another mediated out-of-court settlement , and he estimated that it could approach $ 30 million .

In the present case , too , Mr. Day said he hoped there would be an out-of-court settlement , which he estimated could approach $ 30 million .


" That doesn 't mean to say it doesn 't exist , " said Mr. Chandler , but simply that his team hasn 't uncovered evidence indicating such a link .

" That doesn 't mean to say it doesn 't exist , " Mr. Chandler said , but simply that his team has found no such evidence .


In 2002 , the chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee took in $ 18,009 from moonlighting as a songwriter , according to his latest Senate financial disclosure .

In 2002 , Senator Trapdoor took in $ 18,009 from moonlighting as a songwriter , according to his latest Senate financial disclosure .


Mr Levine confirmed that Ms Cohen Alon had tried to sell the story during the World Cup .

Ms Cohen Alon 's lawyer , Donald Levine , confirmed she tried to sell the story in February .


In addition to HP , vendors backing SMI-S include Computer Associates , EMC , IBM , Sun and Veritas .

Computer Associates , EMC , IBM , Sun Microsystems , and VERITAS are also onboard to support the storage standard .


Business groups and border cities have raised concerns that US-VISIT will mean longer waits to cross borders and will hurt commerce .

Business groups and border cities have raised concerns that US-VISIT will mean longer lines that will damage cross-border commerce .


With the economy sluggish , producers have had a tough time trying to raise prices .

Economists said the report on wholesale prices showed producers were having a tough time trying to raise prices .


In next week 's drill , " our objective is to improve the nation 's capacity to save lives in ... a terrorist event , " Ridge said .

" Our objective is to improve the nation 's capacity to save lives in ... a terrorist event , " including use of weapons of mass destruction , Ridge said .


Easynews Inc. was subpoenaed late last week by the FBI , which was seeking account information related to the uploading of the virus to the ISP 's Usenet news group server .

Easynews Inc. said Monday that it was cooperating with the FBI in trying to locate the person who uploaded the virus to a Usenet news group hosted by the ISP .


Excluding legal fees and other charges it expected a loss of between 1 and 4 cents a share .

Excluding litigation charges it made a profit of $ 7.8 million , or 10 cents a share .


" They are trying to turn him into a martyr , " said Vicki Saporta , president of the National Abortion Federation , which tracks abortion-related violence .

" We need to take these threats seriously , " said Vicki Saporta , president of the National Abortion Federation .


Two women lost their battle in a British court yesterday to save their frozen embryos and use them to have children without the consent of their former partners .

Two British women lost a desperate court battle on Wednesday to have babies using frozen embryos their former partners want destroyed .


BOB HOPE , master of the one-liner and Americas favourite comedian , died with a smile on his face yesterday just months after celebrating his 100th birthday .

Bob Hope , the master of one-line quips , died Sunday night " with a smile on his face , " his daughter said yesterday .


Prior to joining Kodak , Palumbo worked for Procter & Gamble Corp. , where he managed products such as Folgers and Pantene shampoo .

Prior to joining Eastman Kodak , Mr. Palumbo held senior marketing positions for Procter & Gamble .


But Davis adviser Roger Salazar said the governor 's focus is on his job , not the recall petition .

But Davis adviser Roger Salazar said the governor 's focus " is on doing the work that he 's being paid to do . "


The Standard & Poor 's 500 Index lost 6.77 , or 0.7 percent , to 927.62 as of 10 : 33 a.m. in New York .

The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX shed 0.17 of a point , or just 0.02 percent , to 934 .


Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a smiling senior policeman shook hands with Mr Laczynski and patted him on the shoulder .

Instead of being reprimanded by court security officers , a senior policeman smiled and shook Mr Lacsynski 's hand and patted him on the shoulder .


" He just heard two huge bangs and the balloon shuddered and fell , " Nicky Webster , a spokesman for Hempleman-Adams , said .

Partway across the Atlantic , " He just heard two huge bangs and the balloon shuddered and fell , " the balloonist 's spokesperson Nicky Webster said .


The long-running newsmagazine Dateline NBC has been cut from three to two airings per week and is searching for a replacement for retiring co-anchor Jane Pauley .

The long-running newsmagazine Dateline NBC has been cut from three to two airings per week , losing its Tuesday berth .


A Commerce spokesman issued a brief statement late Friday , noting that the task force " evaluated regions of the world that are vital to global energy supply . "

" The energy task force evaluated regions of the world that are vital to global energy supply , " the statement said .


Each count has a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and $ 1 million fine .

Both executives face up to 10 years in prison and a $ 1 million fine for securities fraud .


Revenue jumped 26 percent to $ 817 million , the South San Francisco-based company said in a statement .

Revenue rose 26 percent , to $ 817 million , the company , based in South San Francisco , Calif . , said .


" PeopleSoft has consistently maintained that the proposed combination of PeopleSoft and Oracle faces substantial regulatory delays and a significant likelihood that the transaction would be prohibited . "

PeopleSoft has argued that an Oracle takeover would face substantial regulatory delays and a significant likelihood that the transaction would be prohibited .


Cruz came to the United States in 1960 , a year after the Cuban revolution .

Cruz came to the United States in 1960 , a year after Fidel Castro overthrew a dictatorship and installed a Communist government .


The Association of South East Asian Nations groups Brunei , Cambodia , Indonesia , Laos , Malaysia , Myanmar , the Philippines , Singapore , Thailand , and Vietnam .

ASEAN comprises Brunei , Cambodia , Indonesia , Laos , Malaysia , Myanmar , the Philippines , Singapore , Thailand and Vietnam .


The fight about online music sales was disclosed in documents filed last week with the judge and made available by the court Monday .

The fight over online music sales was disclosed in documents made available Monday by the court .


The dollar 's slide against the yen was curbed by wariness that Japanese authorities could intervene to stem the yen 's rise .

Despite hefty losses against the euro , the dollar 's slide versus the yen was curbed by wariness that Japanese authorities could intervene to stem the yen 's rise .


Referring to a battle against a Muslim warlord in Somalia , Boykin told another audience , " I knew my God was bigger than his .

Referring to a Muslim fighter in Somalia , Boykin said that " my God was bigger than his .


Meester , a 20-year-old sophomore , could face life in prison if convicted on charges of rape , forcible sodomy , indecent assault and providing alcohol to minors .

Douglas Meester , 20 , is charged with rape , sodomy , indecent assault , and providing alcohol to minors .


The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 0.3 per cent at 9,886.75 , while the Nasdaq Composite index was 0.4 per cent higher at 1,986.97 .

On Wall Street , the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.5 per cent at 9,905.8 and the Nasdaq Composite added 0.7 per cent at 1,995.1 .


His decision was delayed by concerns over the budget process in Washington and the war in Iraq .

Daniels told the Star April 20 he was holding back because of concerns over the budget process in Washington and the war in Iraq .


Woori Finance is the only large bank remaining to be sold but the government still has large stakes in several other lenders .

Woori Finance is the only large bank still to be sold but the state retains large stakes in several others , leading to suspicions of government meddling in lending decisions .


Democratic Lt. Gov. Cruz Bustamante and Republican state Sen. Tom McClintock are in different political worlds .

Democratic Lt. Gov. Cruz Bustamante was first choice of 25 percent , followed by state Sen. Tom McClintock with 18 percent .


In addition , juries in both state and federal cases have become increasingly reluctant to impose the death penalty .

Juries in state and federal cases alike have also grown reluctant to impose the death penalty .


The broad Standard & Poor 's 500 index slipped 12.27 points or 1.23 percent to 981.73 .

The S. & P. 500 slipped 12.27 points , or 1.2 percent , to 981.73 .


The other 18 people inside the building -- two visitors and 16 employees , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend -- escaped unharmed , Aaron said .

The other 18 people in the building , including Harrison 's ex-girlfriend , were not injured , police spokesman Don Aaron said .


BT said the combination would have an immediate impact on subscriptions with 60,000 additional customers between September and March , 2004 .

BT said it expected the combination to reap 60,000 additional customers between September and March , 2004 .


The King of Prussia-based company could liquidate the other two chains if it cannot find a buyer by then , the company said .

The company , based in King of Prussia near Philadelphia , said it could liquidate the other two chains if it cannot find a buyer for them .


He has declined to comment on the charges , but court documents indicate a lingering medical problem could be part of his defense .

He has declined to comment on the charges , but court documents show that a lingering medical condition could contribute to his defense .


They used discarded skin from consenting patients who had undergone surgery and exposed it to UVA light at intensities similar to that of sunlight .

Sanders and colleagues at RAFT exposed skin samples removed from consenting patients during surgery to UVA light at intensities similar to that of sunlight .


And Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore , who installed the monument in the courthouse two years ago , said he will fight to keep his job .

It was the culmination of a row caused by Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore , who installed the 2400kg monument in the Alabama Judicial Building in 2001 .


Regional utility Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc said an 825,000-kilowatt ( kW ) nuclear reactor , the Onagawa No.3 unit near Sendai automatically shut down due to the quake .

Japan 's Tohoku Electric Power Co Inc said an 825,000-kilowatt ( kW ) nuclear reactor , the Onagawa No.3 unit in northern Japan , automatically shut down due to the quake .


Blagojevich reiterated his stance Wednesday to not prop up the budget with a gambling expansion .

Governor Rod Blagojevich said he would not balance the state budget with gambling revenues .


" I 'm pleased by the fact that we are bringing this to a conclusion , " he said .

" I 'm pleased we are bringing it to a conclusion , " Garton said .


Shares of National were losing 95 cents , or 3.9 % , to $ 23.73 in afternoon New York Stock Exchange trading .

Walgreen 's shares were up 4.6 % , or $ 1.42 , to $ 32.11 in midday New York Stock Exchange trading .


Intel Corp. narrowed its fourth-quarter sales estimate to the top end of earlier estimates Thursday , anticipating that customers will buy more personal computers during the key holiday season .

Intel Corp. narrowed its fourth-quarter sales estimate to the top end of earlier estimates Thursday , and announced it will take an accounting charge on one of its businesses .


" This proposed investment starts the process of raising the funding we need to increase our capacity , " Elpida President Yukio Sakamoto said in a news release .

" The proposed investment starts the process of raising the funding we need to increase our capacity to better support our customer requirements , " said Yukio Sakamoto , Elpida 's president .


Many women complain that they become more forgetful around the time of menopause , and some doctors believe that hormonal changes are the reason .

Many women complain that they become more forgetful after menopause , and some doctors have come to believe the hormonal changes brought on by menopause are the reason .


Sobig.F became one of the most widespread viruses ever , crippling corporate e-mail networks and filling home users ' inboxes with a glut of messages .

Since surfacing late Monday , Sobig.F has been crippling corporate e-mail networks and filling home users ' inboxes with a glut of messages .


The girl turned up late Sunday at a convenience store in East Palo Alto , about 30 miles from her home .

The girl turned up late Sunday night at an East Palo Alto convenience store about 30 miles from her home .


" We haven 't decided whether to use an unbroken or dotted white line , but this is an experiment worth introducing , " said David Richardson , the ICC 's cricket manager .

" We haven 't decided whether to use an unbroken or dotted white line , " said Dave Richardson , the ICC 's cricket manager .


BaFin and the head of the principal finance group , Robin Saunders , were not immediately available to comment .

BaFin , Germany 's chief financial regulator , and the prosecutor 's office were not immediately available for comment .


The SEC specifically advised IBM that this is a fact-finding investigation and that it has not reached any conclusions related to this matter , IBM said in a statement .

Big Blue says the SEC calls the action a fact-finding investigation and has not reached any conclusions related to this matter .


" His advice to the House Republicans is to pass it , to send it to him , so he can sign it . "

The president 's " advice to the House Republicans is to pass it , to send it to him , so he can sign it , " said White House spokesman Ari Fleischer .


At his request , he will be reassigned within the district .

District Superintendent J. Chester Floyd told reporters Monday that McCrackin will be reassigned within the district .


The US Federal Trade Commission has also filed a lawsuit challenging Rambus .

Still pending against Rambus is a lawsuit brought by the Federal Trade Commission .


Andrew M. Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy Cuomo plan to divorce .

Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years .


That would give smokers the right to take complaints to the Human Rights Commission or Human Rights Review Tribunal .

He agrees that technically smoking could be considered a disability , giving smokers the right to take complaints to the Human Rights Commission or Human Rights Review Tribunal .


Drugs are up to 50 percent cheaper in Canada than the United States because of government price controls .

Brand-name drugs in Canada tend to be cheaper than in the United States because of government price controls and a favorable exchange rate .


Their father had pleaded with the doctors to stop the fight after his wife 's euthanasia bid left their son in a coma and he was put on life-support .

Their father had pleaded with doctors to abandon their efforst after his wife 's euthanasia bid left their son in a coma and he was put on life support .


Brian Florence , 38 , died Sept . 25 of a heart attack in Alexandria , said the couple 's lawyer , Maranda Fritz .

" Mr. Florence died Thursday of heart failure , " said the couple 's lawyer , Maranda Fritz .


Health Minister Peter Coleman said about 300 people had been killed and 1,000 wounded in the past few days .

Health Minister Peter Coleman said about 300 people had been killed and 1,000 injured as the rebels fought into the capital .


A West Knoxville restaurant has reported several cases of hepatitis A to the Knox County Health Department .

The news has caused a rush of people to the Knox County Health Department to get vaccinated .


The review outlines the tariffs ' impact on domestic steel industry and steel consumers halfway through the three-year program .

The ITC midpoint review of the tariffs outlines their impact so far on the domestic steel industry and steel consumers .


Besides the fact that Americans want to be liked , she said , there is a " huge cost when world opinion is negative to the United States .

Americans just want to be liked , she said , but there also is a " huge cost " when world opinion is negative toward the United States .


John Logsdon , a board member , said that " human spaceflight had become a place where dissent was not welcome . "

In fact , said John Logsdon , a board member and George Washington University expert on space policy , " human spaceflight had become a place where dissent was not welcome . "


PC-related products were the strongest sector in July , with microprocessors up 5.6 % and DRAMs up 8.2 % from June , the industry group said .

PC-related products were the strongest sellers , with microprocessors up 5.6 percent and DRAMs up 8.2 percent , the SIA said .


The Prime Ministers of China , Russia and four central Asian nations have met in Beijing and approved a budget for their regional security grouping .

The prime ministers of China , Russia and four Central Asian countries signed agreements on Tuesday that set plans in motion for a long-awaited regional anti-terrorism centre in Uzbekistan .


The two Democrats on the five-member FCC held a press conference to sway opinion against Powell and the two other Republicans on the panel .

The two Democrats on the five-member FCC panel held a news conference to sway opinion against Powell .


It will cost about $ 20,000 per eight-week course of treatment , comparable to other injected cancer therapies , a spokeswoman said .

It will cost about $ 20,000 per average course of treatment -16 to 17 weeks .


The OneNote note-taking tool is listed at £ 169.99 while the InfoPath XML ( Extensible Markup Language ) data gathering application is priced at £ 179.99 .

The OneNote note-taking tool is listed at $ 273 while the InfoPath XML data gathering application is priced at $ 289 .


The current plan is to release the videotapes of the sessions , after U.S. review , on Friday , said Jim Landale , a spokesman for the tribunal .

The current plan is to release videotapes of the sessions on Friday , after the review , said Jim Landale , a tribunal spokesman .


Forty to 50 years ago , the ratio was 3 to 1 , Kessler said , and 10 years ago , it was 2 to 1 .

Forty to 50 years ago , the ratio was about 3-to-1 , Kessler said , and 10 years ago , it was about 2-to-1 .


Before addressing the economy , Bush discussed the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia , which killed as many as 29 people , including seven Americans .

The president began his speech by acknowledging the terrorist attacks in Saudi Arabia that killed at least 29 people , including seven Americans .


Sens. John Kerry and Bob Graham declined invitations to speak .

The no-shows were Sens. John Kerry of Massachusetts and Bob Graham of Florida .


Senate passage of the Medicare bill was almost certain , possibly as early as today .

Senate passage of the Medicare bill is almost certain Monday .


Five foreign embassies , including the Singapore embassy , in Bangkok were among the targets , it said .

Five foreign embassies in Bangkok , including the Singapore embassy , were among those targeted .


SARS has also taken a toll on Taiwan 's economy , as it has on economies across the region , hammering consumer spending and leaving shops , restaurants and airports empty .

SARS has also taken a toll on Taiwan 's economy , hammering consumer spending , with shops , restaurants and airports empty while people stay at home .


Minister Saud al-Faisal visit was disclosed Monday by two administration officials who discussed it on condition of not being identified by name .

Minister Saud al-Faisal 's visit was disclosed by two administration officials , who spoke on condition of anonymity .


Spot gold was quoted at $ 367.90 / 368.60 an ounce at 1000 GMT , having marched up to $ 369.50 -- a level not seen since February 10 .

Spot gold was quoted at $ 358.65 / 359.15 an ounce at 0500 GMT , having darted as high as $ 359.25 -- a level not seen since February 25 .


Parson has been charged on one count of intentionally causing or attempting to cause damage to a computer .

Parson faces one federal count of intentionally causing damage to a protected computer .


She appeared in federal court there Monday and was expected to be transferred to Houston in two weeks .

Holloway surrendered in Cleveland on Friday and was expected to be transferred to Houston in two weeks .


There is , however , no photo of Peter Hollingworth in the June issue examined by the Herald yesterday .

There is , however , no photograph of Dr Hollingworth in the June issue of the magazine examined by The Age yesterday .


The bank also said its offer was subject to the agreement of Drax 's senior banks , senior bond holders and hedging banks by 30 September 2003 .

The offer is also subject to Goldman signing an agreement with Drax 's senior banks , senior bond holders and hedging banks by Sept . 30 , it said .


Hill , 50 , would be the first person executed for killing an abortion doctor .

On Wednesday , Hill is scheduled to become the first person executed for murdering an abortion doctor .


On Jan. 10 , Shawanda Denise McCalister , who was also pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment in the same neighbourhood .

On Jan. 1 , Nikia Shanell Kilpatrick , who was pregnant , was found bound and strangled in her apartment .


It ended a diplomatic drought between the two nations , at odds for months over North Korea 's nuclear program and American demands that it cease .

The contact between the delegations ended a diplomatic drought between the two nations , at odds over the nuclear program and U.S. demands that it cease immediately .


Scientists have reported a 90 percent decline in large predatory fish in the world 's oceans since a half century ago .

Scientists reported a 90 percent decline in large predatory fish in the world 's oceans since a half-century ago , a dire assessment that drew immediate skepticism from commercial fishers .


The Nasdaq composite index fell 25.17 , or 1.4 percent , to 1,792.07 following a loss of 26.46 the previous session .

The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index .IXIC dropped 25.17 points , or 1.39 percent , to 1,792.07 , based on the latest available figures .


Congress twice before passed similar restrictions only to see President Bill Clinton veto them .

Congress twice passed similar bills , but then-President Clinton vetoed them both times .


" He said they were in distress , " said Kingsville Police Chief Sam Granato .

We 're asphyxiating , ' ' ' said Sam Granato , chief of the Kingsville police .


Calvin Hollins Jr . ' s attorney , Thomas Royce , has repeatedly said his client had no link with the company that owned and operated E2 .

The lawyer for Hollins Jr . , Thomas Royce , has said his client had no link to the company that owned and operated E2 .


But none of them opposed the idea outright , ministers said .

But none of the ministers opposed Mr. Powell 's suggestion outright on Thursday , the ministers said .


No one has been killed in the attacks , which have continued despite major setbacks for al Qaeda in a battle with Saudi security forces .

No one has been killed in the recent attacks , which have continued despite serious setbacks for al-Qaeda following battles with Saudi security forces .


The company also earned 14 cents a share a year earlier .

A year ago , the company posted a profit of 12 cents a share .


That ought to be the standard — not how many people sign up , " he said .

" That ought to be the standard , not how many people actually signed up , " Mr. Rule told the judge .


Among three major candidates , Schwarzenegger is wining the battle for independents and crossover voters .

Schwarzenegger picks up more independents and crossover voters than Bustamante .


The chief merchandising officer decides what the store is going to sell , giving it a signature to attract shoppers and hopefully lure them back .

The chief merchandising officer decides what the store is going to sell , giving it that signature that draws in shoppers and brings them back again and again .


" For customers to get the most of the Internet , several factors are crucial , " Pierre Danon , CEO of BT 's retail unit .

" For customers to get the most out of the internet , several factors are crucial , " Mr Danon said .


A representative for Phoenix-based U-Haul declined to comment on the case before the judge 's opinion was released .

Anthony Citrano , a representative for WhenU , declined to comment on the case .


He has also directed " The Flintstones , " " Beethoven , " and " Jingle All The Way . "

Levant 's other credits include " The Flintstones , " " Jingle All the Way " and " Beethoven . "


As he left court , McCartney cast one long angry glare at Amrozi , who almost hid behind his lawyer to the side .

As he left the court , McCartney cast a long , angry glare at Amrozi , who tried to hide behind his lawyer .


" We are starting the epidemic with more cases and more areas affected than last year .

" It indicates we are starting the epidemic with more cases than last year , " Gerberding said .


The $ 19.50-a-share bid , comes two days after PeopleSoft revised its bid for smaller rival J.D. Edwards & Co . JDEC.O to include cash as well as stock .

Oracle 's $ 19.50-a-share bid comes two days after PeopleSoft added cash to its original all-share deal with smaller rival J.D. Edwards & Co . JDEC.O .


CIA Director George Tenet said the two men were " defined by dedication and courage . "

" [ They ] were defined by dedication and courage , " said the CIA 's director George Tenet .


The FTC also asked the judge to suspend his ruling pending its appeal .

The FTC asked the court Wednesday to block the ruling and filed for an appeal .


Gerry Kiely , a EU agriculture representative in Washington , said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is closing talks on agricultural reform .

The EU 's agriculture representative in Washington said EU ministers were invited but canceled because the union is wrapping up talks on agricultural reform .


Even the pizza man took part , delivering a flier with the missing girl 's picture along with the pizza and a two-liter bottle of Pepsi to Cruz 's house .

Even the pizza delivery took part , unwittingly delivering a leaflet with the missing girl 's picture during his run to Cruz 's house .


The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 from 47.9 in March .

The Institute for Supply Management said its index of non-manufacturing activity rose to 50.7 , bouncing back from a one-month contraction in March at 47.9 .


It will also boost SuSE 's sales reach worldwide and enhance HP 's Linux business , they said .

The deal also boosts SuSE 's sales reach worldwide and enhances HP 's Linux business , they said .


To create the condyle , Dr Mao and colleague Adel Alhadlaq used adult stem cells taken from the bone marrow of rats .

He and a colleague created the articular condyle using stem cells taken from the bone marrow of rats .


New research indicates that some 540,000 high-tech jobs were lost in the United States during 2002 .

In 2001 , there were 6.5 million high-tech jobs in the United States .


Of personal vehicles , 57 percent are cars or station wagons , 21 percent vans or SUVs , 19 percent light trucks .

Of all personal vehicles , 57 percent are cars or station wagons , 21 percent are vans or sport utility vehicles and 19 percent are light trucks .


Network security products maker Secure Computing Inc. said Tuesday it is acquiring content-filtering vendor N2H2 for $ 20 million , furthering consolidation in an already-competitive market .

Network security products maker Secure Computing said Tuesday it is acquiring content filtering firm N2H2 for $ 20 million , furthering consolidation in an already competitive market .


Mel Gibson 's passion-stirring Biblical epic " The Passion of Christ " will open in the United States on Feb. 25 - Ash Wednesday on the Roman Catholic calendar .

Mel Gibson is negotiating with Newmarket Films to distribute his embattled Biblical epic " The Passion of Christ " in the United States .


Justice John Paul Stevens compared the interrogation of Martinez to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . "

Writing for the minority , Justice John Paul Stevens said the interrogation was akin to " an attempt to obtain an involuntary confession from a prisoner by torturous methods . "


Illinois State Police accident reconstruction experts were investigating the cause .

State Police were investigating , Vazzi said .


They were released to authorities after officers delivered the soda to the gunman , using a long stick to pass the six-pack through a door .

They were released to authorities after officers delivered a six-pack of Dr Pepper to the gunman , using a long stick to pass the soda through a door .


The children were last seen July 4 at a fireworks display in Concord with their father , Manuel Gehring .

Authorities believe the children , who were last seen with their father at a fireworks display in Concord on July 4 , are dead .


The hall will be home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the LA Master Chorale .

The Los Angeles Master Chorale and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Brass Ensemble also performed .


Kerry Kennedy Cuomo and Andrew Cuomo have been married 13 years .

Andrew Cuomo and Kerry Kennedy were married 13 years .


The Senate majority leader , Bill Frist , Republican of Tennessee , said he hoped Congress would finish work on the legislation by the end of September .

The Senate majority leader , Bill Frist , R-Tenn . , said he hoped Congress would finish work on the legislation by late September .


The crime report surveyed 11,600 police and law enforcement agencies nationwide .

The report details crime reported to law enforcement agencies statewide .


The state wants to lower wolf numbers in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near the village of McGrath .

The state wants to kill the wolves in approximately a 1,700-square-mile area near McGrath to establish a moose nursery of sorts .


It was expected to raise the $ 90 million McGreevey expected .

The tax is expected to raise $ 90 million .


O 'Donnell wrote in her autobiography , " Find Me , " that she was " an abused child . "

In her autobiography , " Find Me , " O 'Donnell wrote , " I was an abused kid .


The poll , conducted by KRC Communications Research of Newton , was taken Wednesday and Thursday .

The poll of 405 registered Massachusetts voters was conducted Wednesday through Friday by RKM Research and Communications .


Pressure also came last night from religious circles as three Anglican bishops said it was time for their former colleague to step down .

The pressure on Peter Hollingworth to resign as Governor-General intensified last night as three Anglican bishops said it was time for their former colleague to step down .


The attack on the al-Rashid Hotel , during the visit of Deputy Defence Secretary Paul Wolfowitz underscores the nature of the problem .

The attack on the Rashid Hotel on Sunday , during the visit of the deputy secretary of defense , Paul D. Wolfowitz , underscores the nature of the problem .


" He would often call me for advice , " said Ronald L. Kuby , a friend and well-known lawyer who had represented him in the harassment case .

" He would often call me for advice , " said lawyer Ron Kuby , a friend who had represented him in court .


The United States wants the measure passed by June 3 , when the oil-for-food program needs to be renewed .

The Bush administration wants the measure approved by June 3 , when the existing oil-for-food program is up for renewal .


Police spokesman Brig. Gen. Edward Aritonang confirmed Saturday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java .

Brigadier General Edward Aritonang , a police spokesman , confirmed yesterday that another two had been arrested , one in Jakarta and another in Magelang , Central Java .


Late last year , for example , more than 1800 US soldiers were placed in Djibouti to conduct counter-terrorism operations in the Horn of Africa .

Since late last year , for example , more than 1,800 members of the American military have been placed in Djibouti to conduct counterterrorism operations in the Horn of Africa .


" I think it should have been released years ago , " said Brian Rohrbough , whose son , Daniel , was killed at Columbine .

Brian Rohrbough , whose son , Daniel , was killed at Columbine , said the tape raises disturbing issues .


The bureau report shows significant increases in uninsured rates occurred among whites , blacks , people 18 to 24 , and middle- and higher-income earners nationwide .

Reflecting the broad scope of the recession and its aftermath , significant increases in uninsured rates occurred among whites , blacks , people 18-to-64 , and middle- and higher-income earners .


The technology-laced Nasdaq Composite Index < .IXIC > added 8.27 points , or 0.51 percent , to 1,633.53 .

The broader Standard & Poor 's 500 Index .SPX crept up 4.3 points , or 0.44 percent , to 980.52 .