Small businesses hit by cramming scam, FTC cites rise
The Federal Trade Commission warns thousands of small firms face cramming schemes that bill phone lines for unsought services. The FTC reports cramming as the fifth largest source of complaints in 18 months, with 10 000 complaints since October 1997. One Largo Maine optical shop owner found a $29.95 charge after a free trial.
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Papua New Guinea plane crash leaves 17 dead near Goroka
A Bandierante twin engine turboprop operated by Airlink crashed 12 miles southeast of Goroka in Papua New Guinea Highlands killing all 17 aboard. Officials said there were 15 passengers and two crew, all deceased, with rescue teams reaching the site and investigators planning to travel to the crash site Friday.
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U S and Russian talks edge toward Kosovo peacekeepers deal
In Helsinki United States and Russia seek a NATO controlled Kosovo peacekeeping plan with Moscow opposing subordination to NATO. Clinton and Russian leaders push for a Russian sector while Cohen cautions on unresolved issues and possible continuation to Friday.
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SLA fugitive Sara Jane Olson arrested in St Paul
FBI says Sara Jane Olson is Kathleen Soliah, longtime SLA member. arrest follows tips from America’s Most Wanted. Indicted in 1976 for murder conspiracy and explosives, she faced 20 000 reward and extradition talks. Husband Gerald Peterson and three children involved in a double life revelation.
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Domestic violence shooting leaves two dead in Clarendon County
In Clarendon County a domestic violence shooting at a Lake Marion area home left two dead and two others hospitalized. Danny Ham, 34, of Sumter County, faces two murder and burglary charges after entering the home and firing at Tammy Ham and relatives.
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Assante fascinated by Civil War in Hun ley film
Palmetto State report notes actor Assante stars in The Hun Ley about a Confederate submarine. He describes filming on a flooded sound stage and compares the experience to a double boiler as air comes only via an air regulator. The movie premieres next month on Turner Network Television.
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Collins gets his star on Walk of Fame
Phil Collins received his Hollywood Walk of Fame star in a family ceremony in Los Angeles. He spoke of his Collins kids and future generations while hundreds of fans watched.
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