Firefighters brace as Mesa Verde wildfire grows in Colorado
Archaeologists join firefighters in a joint effort to shield Mesa Verde National Park’s ancient sites while a 22,000 acre blaze threatens a quarter of the nation’s largest archaeological preserve. Rain and cloud cover offered brief relief, but dry heat and shifting winds loom.
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Gates Foundation grants Johns Hopkins 20 million study
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation funds Johns Hopkins University with a five year 20 million grant to test inexpensive vitamin and mineral pills in poor nations. Alfred Sommer dean of the School of Public Health will oversee the project. His prior work shows vitamin A supplements cut child mortality by up to 30 percent and has spurred programs in over 70 countries to fight deficiency.
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Russian module to dock with space station in remote control
The Russian built core of the International Space Station aims to dock with the orbiting outpost about 200 miles up. Control will be remote from Houston and Korolev as the 42,000 pound life support module approaches. Docking is set for 8 44 p m EDT.
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Miller named Georgia senator after Coverdell death
Gov Roy Barnes appoints Zell Miller to succeed the late Paul Coverdell for the remaining four years. Miller, 68, plans to run in November’s special election. The move shifts the Senate to 48 Democrats and 54 Republicans. Delegates at the national conventions differ on gun control with 40 percent of Republicans and 80 percent of Democrats backing trigger locks, while 68 percent of Democrats say strengthen laws are needed.
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Turner pledges 42 million to UN Foundation projects
Ted Turner announced plans to dedicate 42 million of United Nations Foundation funds to social and environmental projects worldwide. Brazilian First Lady Ruth Cardoso, on the foundation board, said improving adolescent girls lives would be a focus. Downey Jr seeks early release after probation revelation. Harrison Ford and Michelle Pfeiffer discuss filming What Lies Beneath's final scenes and awkward moments.
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Camp David talks show some progress toward peace
After two grueling weeks at Camp David, White House says Israel and the Palestinians may be finding some common ground. President Clinton presses hands on mediation with Madeleine Albright leading on the talks amid late hours and high-stakes issues like Jerusalem, refugees, and borders.
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Seven killed in I 26 crash near Chapin
A seven person fatal crash on Interstate 26 near Chapin involved a crushed Chevrolet Suburban and a smashed cargo truck. Troopers say a tire blew on the truck, sending it across the median into the Suburban. Many victims were ejected or trapped, and responders described a violent, crowded scene.
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Life expectancy hits record high in 1998 nationwide
The government reports life expectancy rose to 76.7 years while firearm deaths among people under 20 fell 35 percent from 1994 to 1998. Eight of fifteen leading causes showed declines, with lawmakers urged to fund gun enforcement and safety legislation.
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South Carolina Man Dies After West Nile Like Illness
Edward Johnson 71 of Bennettsville died after head ache fever and confusion while New York officials investigated possible West Nile like symptoms. Tests were negative for West Nile virus and authorities note St Louis virus as a possible alternative. Johnson had relocated from South Carolina years ago and was buried Sunday.
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