Russia says U S lacks evidence Iran arms claims
A senior Russian official rejected U S claims that Russian institutes helped Iran build weapons of mass destruction. Nikolai Berdyuzha said Washington had not substantiated its accusations despite sanctions on three institutes and persistent reliance on undisclosed sources.
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Castro sought to help Colombia in peace talks
Colombian President Andres Pastrana said Fidel Castro could mediate in Colombia's peace negotiations with leftist rebels. Pastrana noted Castro reiterated his willingness to assist, claiming the Cuban leader still has influence with insurgent groups and could guarantee progress in the peace process.
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Northeast hit by ice and rain causing wrecks and delays
Deadly ice and freezing rain swept the Northeast bringing highway crashes, airline delays, and power outages. New York and New England saw slushy melt and high water as temperatures rose from the teens. Commuter trains slowed, subways were hampered, and fender benders increased. Authorities reported multiple fatalities from crashes across West Virginia Maryland and Massachusetts.
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Editor fired over JAMA sex article timing
CHICAGO The Journal of the American Medical Association editor Dr George D Lundberg was dismissed for publishing a survey on what constitutes sex to coincide with President Clinton's impeachment trial. AMA official Anderson said the firing reflected sensationalism, not science, and the article's timing drew heavy criticism from observers.
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White tiger Suri dies of cancer at Audubon Zoo
Audubon Zoo mourns Suri a 16 year old white tiger loaned from Cincinnati Zoo in 1983 after cancer surgery failed She was one of the zoo's most popular attractions and visitors helped raise 200000 to buy her a year She died on Thursday as Audubon Institute president Ron Forman praised her grace.
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Spielberg to receive PGA Milestone Award on March 3
Steven Spielberg will join DeMille Disney and Hitchcock in PGA Milestone honor on March 3. PGA president Thom Mount calls him a major contributor to film and television. The tribute caps a career with some of cinema's most acclaimed and top grossing works.
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National round up 1998 output slows but 1999 outlook bright
Industrial production rose 0.2 percent in December and 3.7 percent in 1998 from 1997 provinces. The smallest 1998 gain since 1993 followed a 6 percent rise in 1997 amid weak export demand from Asian and other markets. A Chicago-based retailer restructures, closing 39 stores, cutting about 4,000 jobs as part of a plan to boost sales and profits.
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