Editorial on octuplets birth ethics and medical practice
A Chicago Tribune summary notes the Houston birth of eight babies to Nkem Chukwu via two stage hormonal fertility treatment, two C sections, and one vaginal delivery. It discusses survival odds, medical costs, and the ethics of selective reduction to limit multiple births.
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Clinton's Gaza trip marks recognition of a Palestinian state
President Clinton's visit to Gaza signals U S recognition of an independent Palestine after fifty years of U S policy linked to Israel. He stressed self determination and liberty, framing the right to statehood and a balanced Middle East approach. The core question shifts to the nature of the future Palestinian state.
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Russia's Nuclear Security Crisis Amid Economic Collapse
An analysis warns that Russia's six years of improved nuclear stockpile security could collapse under economic crisis. Guards desert, bill non payments cut power to security systems, and youthful staff pose risk. The piece urges U S action to fund guards, food, power, and a credit line while reexamining projects and boosting cooperation.
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Space at the heart of 1998 space achievements and plans
Jim Lovell recalls 1998 space milestones including the Hubble deep view, Barbara Morgan joining as astronaut educator, Iridium satellite network completion and the Endeavour shuttle linking toward the International Space Station. NASA funded infant vital signs transmitter, Stardust launch planned for 1999, and advancing commercial space growth.
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Endangered Species Act Turns Twenty Five With Praise and Debate
Rodger Schlickeisen of Defenders of Wildlife reflects on the 25th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act. He defends the law as a moral standard that protects biodiversity while acknowledging funding and implementation shortcomings. He urges bipartisan effort in the new Congress to improve incentives for private landowners to protect endangered species.
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