Stories for November 6th 2002

Wednesday, November 6th 2002 - 20:00 UTC

Regional News from Pta. Arenas

Headlines: Clínica Magallanes to expand; Controversy over employment subsidies; Increase in drug crimes; Ferry company could be fined; Lan Chile sued; Employment increase

Wednesday, November 6th 2002 - 20:00 UTC

Senate win gives Republicans control

Republicans took control of Congress and edged back to power early on Wednesday morning, recording a net gain of at least one seat - all it needed to win immediate control of the Senate. The House of Representatives remained static, with few seats changing hands.

Wednesday, November 6th 2002 - 20:00 UTC

VIP Send-Off for Falklands Veterans

More than 200 veterans of the Falklands War received a high profile emotional send off as they flew off from the United Kingdom for their 20th anniversary pilgrimage to the Islands organised by the South Atlantic Medal Association (SAMA).