Stories for October 28th 2005

Friday, October 28th 2005 - 20:00 UTC

FAM or no FAM, Brazilian beef for visiting Bush

Despite the outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease in several Brazilian southern states which prompted over forty countries to temporarily ban beef imports from the world's largest exporter, Brazil will be honoring visiting United States president with a typical South American barbecue.

Friday, October 28th 2005 - 20:00 UTC

World Bank proposes 75% cut in farm tariffs

Developed countries must cut their highest farm tariffs by 75% if the world's poorest nations are to benefit from a World Trade Organization (WTO) attempt to liberalize agricultural trade, said experts at the World Bank.

Friday, October 28th 2005 - 20:00 UTC

Penguin News Update.

Headlines:
More delays for Murrell road?; General Election candidates confirmed; Forbes/FIG dispute: ?an end is in sight'; Solo cruise liner this week.