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Israel rejects new Palestinian unity government
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Israel quickly rejected the new Palestinian government, charging that
the
Hamas-Fatah team did not accept international conditions including
recognition
of the Jewish state's right to exist, but world mediators were allowing
room
for maneuver.

Experts condemn many cities' fire codes
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Fire fatalities have steadily declined in the U.S. since the late
1970s,
thanks partly to improved building codes requiring safety measures such
as
sprinkler systems, multiple fire exits and fire-resistant construction
materials.

Ship leaves for Iraq in wake of protests
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A ship carrying 300 Stryker vehicles and other military equipment has
left the
Port of Tacoma bound for Iraq after more than a week of anti-war
demonstrations.

MONEY

March Madness is here, so go ahead and goof off?
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March Madness, with its office pools and other distractions, will cost
U.S.
companies $1.17 billion in lost productivity. Or will it?

Some subprime woes linked to hodgepodge of regulators
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Andy Sobel is selling his San Diego condo for $60,000 less than he owes
on his
mortgage. He's six months behind on his payments, but it's all he can do
to
avoid foreclosure. He's also writing to Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass.,
chairman
of the House Financial Services Committee.

Test Drive: G35 gets your heart pumping
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Infiniti, Nissan's luxury brand, said when it was launched in 1989 that
"a
personal and rewarding driving experience is more important than the
car
alone."

# posted by John @ 3/16/2007 09:02:00 AM