Ortega signals talks on cease fire and amnesty with Contra talks
Ortega said on January 28 talks will cover a cease-fire disarmament of the Contras a general amnesty and a return to civilian life for rebels In Miami Contra spokeswoman Marta Sacasa declined comment while noting Contra leaders would comment later He suggested talks in Costa Rica marking a shift from earlier demands and follows a regional peace meeting among Nicaragua Costa Rica El Salvador Guatemala and Honduras The administration plans an 18 month 270 million Contra aid package despite some lawmakers delay Reagan will press ahead after a regional peace window opens
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record of a deadly storm across the western United States
A major winter storm dumped heavy snow and caused numerous accidents from Colorado to California. Winds up to 40 mph iced Inter state 25. Denver airport reported 4 inches while Purgatory Ski Area logged 25 inches. Durango schools closed for the first time in 20 years. Southern California coastal engineering feared 20 foot waves threatening seaside structures with $15 million in Redondo Beach damage and millions more in Laguna Beach and Huntington Beach.
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U.N. Mediator Optimistic On Afghan Talks Progress
United Nations mediator Diego Cordovez expressed optimism that next month indirect talks in Geneva may set a timetable for Soviet troop withdrawal from Afghanistan possibly beginning as early as May 1. He noted major concessions by Moscow and Pakistan to facilitate a settlement and planned visits to Islamabad and Kabul to advance final negotiations.
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Israel divided over elections as riots paralyze government
Israeli leaders trade blame over a paralysed coalition amid riots in Gaza and the West Bank. Shamir urges delay of elections to restore order while Peres calls for spring polls seven months early. Curfews and a broad strike threaten Gaza camps, with reports of power cuts and store closures to pressure policy changes.
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Stop Smoking to Cut Stroke Risk Says Doctors
Doctors cite new evidence that quitting smoking lowers stroke risk and preserves brain function. Researchers note earlier studies missed the link due to smokers’ typical lower weight and blood pressure, but equalizing weight shows a strong cigarette related stroke association. Separate findings report depression is common after stroke, with nearly half of patients in a small study affected.
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Americans Granted Political Asylum In Soviet Union
Two Americans Theodore Branch and Cheryl Branch of Pennsylvania were granted political asylum by the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet after arriving as tourists and declaring they would not return to the United States. The couple, described as mass communications experts, will be provided with jobs and housing in the Soviet Union. Separately, Moscow said Israeli diplomats may visit to review Israel’s interests, a step discussed in Helsinki as part of potential ties with Israel.
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Panel Urges Pre Inauguration Guidelines for Presidential Disability
A panel of distinguished figures urges pre inauguration rules for transferring powers under the 25th Amendment. It calls for clear criteria to declare acting president and public disclosure of operating procedures for temporary disability to avoid disruption and alarm. The Miller Center commission, led by Bayh and Brownell, includes former Chief Justice Burger and others.
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