Glomerulonephritis research raises hope for new therapy
National briefs report a rat model of glomerulonephritis suggesting a future drug could halt disease progression, reducing dialysis or transplant needs. University of Utah nephrologist Dr. Wayne Border notes potential kidney benefits for diabetes and hypertension, while peers call the findings exciting but preliminary.
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Iraq Agrees To Kuwait Talks Amid Border Tensions
Diplomatic sources say Iraq will pull thousands of troops back from the disputed border and open talks with Kuwait this weekend in Jiddah Saudi Arabia. The move follows mediation by Mubarak and King Fahd as OPEC members seek to curb oil overproduction and ease regional tensions.
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Eastern Charged With Falsifying Maintenance Records
Federal prosecutors announce a 60 count indictment against Eastern and ten high level managers for conspiring to falsify safety and maintenance records to avoid delays. The scheme spanned July 1985 to October 1989 at Kennedy LaGuardia Hartsfield and Miami offices, with potential fines up to 30 million dollars for the airline and up to five years per count for others.
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Durenberger Denounced Yet Praised by Senate Colleagues
Washington Senate denounced Minnesota Republican Dave Durenberger for violating speaking fee and gift limits, misleading on real estate, and misusing a campaign contribution. The 9-0 vote ordered restitution of up to 123000 dollars, while colleagues praised his decency and invited continued friendship.
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Atlas Launch Delivers Positive News Amid Shuttle Woes
NASA reports a successful unmanned Atlas rocket launch after repeated delays. The mission, carrying a NASA Air Force satellite, aims to study electric and radiation fields above Earth. Meanwhile Atlantis hydrogen leak repairs persist and the Pentagon flight is postponed to November.
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Souter Nominee Sought Limits on Abortion Authority
New Hampshire nine years ago David Souter urged lawmakers to block a bill allowing judges to authorize abortions for minors without parental consent. He cited risk of inconsistent rulings and noted his fellow judges viewed the measure as inviting shop for judges. He did not state a personal stance on abortion.
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