World roundup: 61 dead as Chinese airliner crashes near Rui'an
Wenzhou region in Zhejiang reports a crash of a China Southwest Airlines jet 12 miles from the city, killing 61 aboard. Rescue teams doused flames as a 200 by 100 foot wreck hole scarred a Rui'an cabbage field. origin of the crash remains unknown. Police barred crowds from the site as officials investigate.
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Clown Costume Sparks Giuliani Campaign Gaffe and Autograph Twist
New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani wore a ringmaster top hat and clown attire while announcing Ringling Bros. Circus will donate 1000 tickets to foster children in NYC. He quipped the look would make a great campaign poster and recalled past flamboyant outfits. In Birmingham, Michigan, Bob Harris, 69, and his son met the Rolling Stones after Harris submitted a story about failed autograph attempts and presented the band with Detroit Red Wings hats. He called meeting the Stones the moment of his life.
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Avalanches Kill Dozens as Rescue Efforts Expand in Austria
In Landeck and nearby Galtner and Valzur, two deadly avalanches killed 29 and left nine missing. Dozens of helicopters, including U.S. Blackhawks, evacuated hundreds of tourists amid ongoing high avalanche risk after fresh snow. Authorities evacuated survivors, with many Germans Danes and Austrians among the dead.
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King steps toward mercy as Byrd killer faces life or death
John King, convicted of the June 7 slaying of James Byrd Jr, sits out as his ailing father Ronald King Testifies via video, pleading for his son’s life. Attorneys to present closing arguments. new jurors may start a second deliberation round on the death penalty. Ronald King, 68, collapsed tearfully in court.
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Senate approves largest military pay raise since early 1980s
Senate approval grants active duty service members a 4.8 percent across the board pay hike with future boosts. The 1.4 million force gains surpass Clinton's proposal by half a point. the 91 to 8 vote sends the package to the House, increasing GI Bill retirement and education benefits.
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Nuclear waste to be stored around country plan
United States officials propose leaving nuclear waste at 77 sites nationwide rather than a Nevada temporary site. Clinton administration talks include Energy Secretary Richardson meeting with Nevada leaders to back dry storage across the country.
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