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February 5, 2004
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Tenet Defends Iraq Intelligence Work

In a highly unusual move, CIA Director George Tenet went public with his thoughts about the quality of pre-war Iraq intelligence.

Pakistan Pardons Nuclear Scientist after Confession

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Pakistan’s Abdul Qadeer Khan, who admitted to selling nuclear secrets to Iran, Libya, and North Korea, has been pardoned by President Pervez Musharraf.

Malaysian Company Investigated on Libya Nuclear Aid

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In Malaysia, a company is under investigation for allegedly supplying nuclear parts for Libya’s nuclear program.

MFA Strikes Deal with Vegas Gallery

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In a move that is reverberating through out the fine art world, the non-profit Museum of Fine Arts in Boston has struck a deal with the for-profit Bellagio Gallery of Fine Arts in Las Vegas.

Activists Judges

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The term “activist judge” comes into use after the Massachusetts’ Supreme Court ruling clearing the way for gay marriage in the state.

Letters 2/5/04

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We love critics.

The 2004 Grammy Awards

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Janet Jackson will not be a presenter In this years Grammy Awards. Justin Timberlake, the fellow who ripped her clothing off, is still scheduled to appear. And oh yes, there will be awards

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