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Tuesday      
November 4, 2003
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Iraq Attacks Raise Concerns Over Small Arms

Sunday’s downing of a Chinook helicopter pus several new explosions around Baghdad have officials worried about small arms proliferation in Iraq.

$87 Billion Approved by Six

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The U.S. Senate approved the President’s request for $87 billion to occupy and rebuild Iraq and Afghanistan, but only six members of the Senate were present for the vote. What happened to the other 94?

FCC Says AT&T Violated ‘Do Not Call’ Rule

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The FCC on Monday proposed fining AT&T Corp. $780,000 for violating telemarketing rules by calling customers who had requested not to be contacted.

Unprescribing Pain Medication

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Our health columnist Judy Foreman talks about how doctors unprescribe for severe pain.

Maine Voters Consider Casino

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Maine voters go to the polls today to consider building a major casino resort on its border with New Hampshire.

Gambling Addiction Pill

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Can a pill help someone who is addicted to gambling?

Russell Simmons on Voting

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Rap producer Russell Simmons talks about getting young people to vote.

Twyla Tharp

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Renowned American choreographer Twyla Tharp discusses creativity.

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