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Wednesday      
July 9, 2003
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Palestinian Leadership Experiences Setbacks

New strains within the Palestinian leadership threaten to derail the peace process.

Federal Workers Health Plan

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As Congress discusses Medicare, we’ll look at one group of American workers who need not worry about prescription drug coverage: retired federal workers.

The Kite Runner

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An Afghan-American novelist writes about the harsh realities of growing up in Afghanistan under the Taliban.

Airline Industry Hopes for Big Summer

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This is an important summer for many airlines. Are people flying enough to keep the airlines in business?

Smart Seats

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A new seat may be coming to passenger jets soon. It will turn off your reading light and could even measure your blood pressure.

Arizona Catfish

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The catfish is an endangered fish in Arizona and fires there threaten it even more.

Berry and Peach Cake

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Making the most of summer’s bounty, chef Kathy Gunst prepares a berry and peach cake.

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