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Yearlong Bush lead gone; state up for grabs

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Gore takes a slight lead over Bush by solidifying support among traditional Democratic Party constituencies.

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Mideast turmoil silences the gambling hall of Jericho
JERICHO, West Bank -- Despite the Israeli-Palestinian strife that has killed dozens and wounded hundreds more, the Oasis Casino here is open for business. But it's hardly a case of letting the good times roll.

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Kostunica takes oath of office
But swearing in Yugoslavia's president is delayed as legislators jockey for power.

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Italian-Americans parade amid protests

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To Secretary Cohen's dismay, Pentagon news leaks common

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Quake aftershocks rattle western Japan

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Nation's highest peak to get Trudeau name

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Decision 2000

Bush Pledges Iraq Arms Hunt Will Continue

'Partial Birth' Abortion Ban Passes House

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