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Aiken Standard

Location

Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1999

Page

2

Soldiers arrest after civilians beaten and killed in Aceh

In Aceh's Lhokseumawe, 11 soldiers were arrested after reportedly beating four civilians to death while in custody. Human rights groups said the assaults followed a village raid targeting those suspected of supporting Islamic separatists. 25 civilians injured.

Jakarta Indonesia Aceh Bulleins Lhokseumawe Johnny Wahab

Swiss embrace of euro despite keeping strong franc

Switzerland watches the euro with cautious optimism as tourism and exports anchor its economy. The central bank’s policies have kept inflation near zero, with the franc remaining a stable, sought after currency. The Swiss banks offer euro accounts while avoiding EU monetary interference to protect exports against potential euro shocks. The euro launched among 11 members on January 1, with electronic trading and card payments available. currency values place the dollar at 1.38 francs and the euro at about 1.61 francs.

Geneva Switzerland le Temps Brussels Belgium European Central Bank Frankfurt Germany Austria Finland France Ireland Italy Luxembourg Netherlands Portugal Spain

Clinton expands cash transfers to Cubans under new rule

President Clinton broadens eligibility for money transfers to Cubans in need to promote anti-government sentiment and economic independence. The move replaces prior limits that restricted transfers to Cuban Americans, raising questions about government impact on Fidel Castro's control. Transfers remain capped at 1200 dollars per year per recipient.

Washington Cuba Clinton Fidel Castro

High court to hear student harassment case

National roundup reports a landmark Supreme Court challenge over school officials ignoring a 10-year-old girl LaShonda Davis who reported harassment. Her mother Auriela Davis helped file a criminal complaint after a boy pleaded guilty to sexual battery and left Atlanta.

Atlanta LaShonda Davis LaShonda Auriela Davis

Brothers unite in Podesta Ricchetti lobbying buyout

Washington report notes Podesta.com, once co owned by White House chief of staff John Podesta, purchased Ricchetti and Associates owned by Steve Ricchetti. The move brings Ricchetti’s brother Jeff into the firm alongside Podesta and his brother Anthony, signaling deeper White House access.

Washington Clinton Podesta.com White House John Podesta Ricchetti and Associates Podesta Steve Ricchetti Ricchetti Jeff Anthony

Space site sale eyed by Ohio developers near airport

A Cincinnati firm RIF Ltd plans to buy 138 acres beside Warren County Airport in Lebanon Ohio to build a business park. The deal centers on land once connected to Neil Armstrong’s legacy, with developers pursuing a high profile site in southwest Ohio.

Lebanon Ohio Neil Armstrong Warren Coun RIF Ltd

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