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U.S. candidates condemn Russia move on Georgia areas

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:07
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama on Tuesday condemned Russia's decision to recognize two rebel regions of Georgia as independent states and said Moscow should be further isolated from the international community.

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Threat to Obama stirs painful memories

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:07
DENVER (Reuters) - The "racist ramblings" of a man in Colorado posed no threat to Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama but reminded many Americans of past attempts on the lives of their leaders.

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New Jersey governor wants larger gov't role for Fannie

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:07
DENVER (Reuters) - The U.S. government should eliminate the hybrid structure of mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and fully back them with taxpayer funds, New Jersey Gov. Jon Corzine said on Tuesday on the sidelines of the Democratic National Convention.

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Obama set to be nominated as Democrats' candidate

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:07
DENVER (Reuters) - Barack Obama was set to be nominated on Wednesday as the Democrats' presidential candidate, a historic first for a black American, and Bill and Hillary Clinton marked their last day in the Denver spotlight.

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Lockheed says sea trials of littoral ship went well

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:07
WASHINGTON (Reuters)-Lockheed Martin Corp said on Tuesday its new shore-hugging combat ship performed well during Navy sea trials last week, which defense analysts said paved the way for acceptance of the ship by the Navy.

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Sleepy valley is unlikely focus of Mideast tension

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
SHEBAA, Lebanon (Reuters) - For a Middle Eastern flashpoint, the Israeli-occupied Shebaa Farms appear placid.

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U.S. candidates condemn Russia move on Georgia areas

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama on Tuesday condemned Russia's decision to recognize two rebel regions of Georgia as independent states and said Moscow should be further isolated from the international community.

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Madonna courts controversy again over McCain video

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Madonna has always reveled in controversy and with the recent launch of her concert tour, "Sticky & Sweet," the 50-year-old pop star has kicked up a new fuss by comparing John McCain to Adolf Hitler in a video.

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Republicans crash Democratic party in Denver

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
DENVER (Reuters) - Who says the Democratic National Convention is just for Democrats?

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Pentagon may delay guidelines on aerial tanker

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Pentagon said it may wait until next week before issuing a final request for proposals in its rerun of a $35 billion aerial tanker competition between Boeing Co and Northrop Grumman Corp.

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White House cannot delay aides' testimony: judge

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A U.S. judge ruled against the Bush administration in its fight with Congress over a probe into the firings of U.S. attorneys by refusing on Tuesday to delay an order that current and former White House aides comply with congressional subpoenas.

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Obama speech stage resembles ancient Greek temple

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
DENVER (Reuters) - Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama's big speech on Thursday night will be delivered from an elaborate columned stage resembling a miniature Greek temple.

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Obama says Russia should be isolated

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
KANSAS CITY, Missouri (Reuters) - Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama said on Tuesday Russia should be further isolated because of its decision to recognize two rebel regions of Georgia as independent states.

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U.S. condemns Russia on S.Ossetia, Abkhazia

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
CRAWFORD, Texas (Reuters) - U.S. President George W. Bush on Tuesday condemned Russia for recognizing Georgian rebel regions as independent, calling it an "irresponsible decision," and said Moscow was escalating tensions.

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Israel settlement surge draws Rice criticism

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
RAMALLAH, West Bank (Reuters) - Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice called on Israel on Tuesday not to undermine peace talks with the Palestinians after a report found it had nearly doubled Jewish settlement construction.

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Clinton supporters in focus as Democrats meet

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
DENVER (Reuters) - Linda Tucker is the sort of woman who is getting a lot of attention this week at the Democratic convention.

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Edward Kennedy appearance has Democrats near tears

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
DENVER (Reuters) - Ailing Sen. Edward Kennedy, head of America's most fabled political family, offered a rousing tribute to Barack Obama on Monday in an emotional appearance that had many fellow Democrats near tears.

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McCain hits Obama on confidence in America

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
PHOENIX (Reuters) - Republican John McCain on Tuesday questioned rival Barack Obama's belief in American leadership in world affairs with two days to go before the Democratic senator accepts his party's nomination for U.S. president.

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U.S. financial oversight reform needed: Obama adviser

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
DENVER (Reuters) - An economic adviser to Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama said on Monday that U.S. financial regulation needs modernizing, but hedged on how big a role to give the Federal Reserve.

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Obama promises speech with purpose, not mere rhetoric

Mon, 2024-04-29 16:08
MOLINE, Illinois (Reuters) - Barack Obama promised on Monday to accept the U.S. Democratic presidential nomination with a "workman-like speech" offering policy details and not simply his trademark rhetoric.

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