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July 7, 2003
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U.S. Troops under Stress in Iraq

Facing repeated, yet delayed dates to return home, U.S. troops in Iraq are under increasing stress.

Arsons Plague DC Area

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A string of arsons is plaguing parts of Washington and Prince George’s County. Authorities say they are investigating 22 fires since late March.

Bush Visits Africa

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Two newspaper editors weigh in on President Bush’s trip to Africa.

Mexico’s Midterm Elections

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We check in on yesterday’s midterm elections results in Mexico, which is proving to be a setback for President Fox.

Kuwait Elections

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Liberals in Kuwait lose ground in Parliamentary elections.

The Future of Ice Cream

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Two of the leading manufacturers of ice cream novelties plan to launch new products in an attempt to take aim at America’s sweet tooth.

Summer Reading

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Our resident literary critic offers up his summer reading list.

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