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Smallpox threat worries U.S.
WASHINGTON -- The Bush administration expressed concern Tuesday that several countries may retain the smallpox virus in violation of international rules. Sniper suspect denied bail at hearing GREENBELT, Md. -- John Allen Muhammad's lawyer derided the government's extortion charges against the sniper suspect Tuesday, accusing prosecutors of overreaching in order to make a federal case out of the killing rampage. Islamic parties join coalition ISLAMABAD, Pakistan -- Islamic parties that campaigned on an anti-American platform struck a deal Tuesday with a pro-democracy bloc to forge a coalition government and possibly pick a pro-Taliban cleric as Pakistan's prime minister. Early elections called in Israel A vote set for Jan. 28, 10 months ahead of schedule, will set the course for dealing with Palestinians. Nation in brief Bush extends 'best wishes' to Muslims for Ramadan Justices review life terms in petty crimes WASHINGTON -- A conflicted Supreme Court debated Tuesday whether it's unconstitutional for states to lock up shoplifters, burglars or other petty criminals for life in the name of public safety. Sending letter in 4 years likely to cost same WASHINGTON -- Pen pals, rejoice! Postal rates are likely to remain the same for four years, thanks to money freed up from a retirement fund that the Postal Service had been overpaying. World in brief Ferry load, violations blamed in sinking Fighting terror notebook 8 held in Tunisian synagogue bombing U.S. resolution on Iraq ready WASHINGTON -- The Bush administration expects to submit to the U.N. Security Council by today a revised resolution that would force Iraq to disarm. It hopes for prompt approval. National headlines World headlines Science headlines
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