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Tuesday      
May 4, 2004
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Prison Abuse, Private Contractors

In light of the allegations of abuse of detainees at Abu Ghraib prison, we look at the use of private contractors in Iraq and the chain of command.

Sasser Worm

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We look at new computer worm worming its way into computers around the world.

Ovarian Cancer

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Health expert Judy Foreman says new tests may allow early detection of ovarian cancer.

Al Sabah Newspaper

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The head of a U.S. funded newspaper in Iraq quits, saying it’s due to American interference.

Presidential Election Small Donors

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Small donors are giving in greater numbers this year than in past elections.

Western Drought

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As the drought in the West goes into its sixth year, we speak to a reporter in Montana about the difficulties of cattle farming in a drought.

Super Size Me

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We speak to the filmmaker about what happened to his waistline during the making of “Super Size Me,” a documentary about eating three meals a day for a month at McDonald’s.

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