Politics

Fragile Hope for Peace Talks

Faced with a three-month stalemate and a mounting death toll, Israelis and Palestinians consider meeting in Washington to revive the peace process.

White House Chief of Staff Andrew Card

Even while the Florida recounts wound their way through the courts, Governor Bush selected Andrew Card, a former Secretary of Transportation, to serve as his chief of staff.

FTC Approves AOL / Time Warner Merger

The Federal Trade Commission today unanimously approved a planned merger of America Online and Time Warner -- the largest merger in U.S. history.

Barak, Netanyahu Open Re-Election Campaigns

Ehud Barak, who abruptly resigned as Israeli Prime minister last week, kicked off his reelection campaign today. He faces right-wing rival Benjamin Netanyahu in upcoming elections.

Russian Media Mogul, Vladimir Gusinsky, Arrested

After months of legal wrangling with Russian authorities and disputes over debts incurred by his media empire, Russian media mogul Vladimir Gusinsky has been arrested in Spain on an international warrant.

Court Drops Charges Against Pinochet

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An appeals court in Santiago dropped homicide and kidnapping charges today against former Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet. The court supported the defense's claim that Judge Juan Guzman acted illegally by indicting Pinochet before questioning him.

Renewed Fighting Rages in Holy Land

A three-month wave of violence intensifies, and Israel seals off the West Bank.

Tensions Rise in Kosovo

A recent offensive by ethnic Albanian guerrillas has observers warning of renewed war in the Balkans.

Gore Lawyers Push for Recount

Lawyers for Vice President Al Gore continue to press for hand recounts in some South Florida counties.

Pinochet Indicted on Kidnapping Charges

Former Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet will stand trial on charges that he arranged the kidnapping of 19 prisoners who disappeared more than 25 years ago.