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November 20, 2003
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Turkey Bombing Kills 26

A London-based bank and the British Consulate in Turkey were attacked with trucks filled with explosives. Among the dead was British Consul-General Roger Short.

Thousands Protest in London

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Thousands of British people protested the Bush visit in London.

Europe Press Reacts to Bush Visit

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European editors respond to President Bush’s trip to England and the bombings in Turkey.

Police Gas Trade Protesters in Miami

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Protesters against a free-trade pact being debated by tradeministers from the region were dispersed by police using tear gas.

Michael Jackson Expected to Surrender

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Authorities expect the pop star to face charges of sexual molestation.

401K Pull Out

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More people are pulling money out of 401ks. Financial planner John Spooner talks about what investors are doing and why.

Letters 11/20/03

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Listeners give us their thoughts…

JFK Documentary

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Robert Drew filmed President Kennedy on the campaign trail and in the White House.

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