G8 Summit Voices Seek Public, Broad Agenda
As the G7 expands to the G8, the Denver meeting aims for a stronger political focus and less bureaucratic declarations. Leaders will address politics economics environment and global risks, with full publicized talks including Russian President Boris Yeltsin noted as key participant.
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Denver
Boris Yeltsin
Asahi Shimbun
Clinton faces questions over U.S. computer sales to China
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram argues that U S government claims of civilian use for super computers sold to Beijing ignore China’s military influence in key sectors. It criticizes Clinton’s push for free trade amid fears of national security risks and IP issues.
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U.S
China
Clinton
Beijing
Washington
Fort Worth
Texas
Star- Telegram
Senate plan to reform Medicare tests political nerve
The bipartisan Senate Finance Committee approves changes to Medicare funding and eligibility aimed at long term solvency. The plan includes raising the eligibility age to 67 by 2027 and higher deductibles for high income retirees, a move opposed by AARP. Supporters say the reforms are needed despite political risk.
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Washington
Senate Finance Committee
Congress
White House
Senate
AARP
Kerrey
Clinton
House
Finance Committee
Cancer research group urges prevention over animal models
Murry J. Cohen and Stephen R. Kaufman of the Medical Research Modernization Committee urge shifting away from animal cancer models toward human clinical investigation and prevention. They cite Bailar’s NEJM data showing cancer death rates have risen despite $2 billion yearly research spending since 1971.
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John Bailar III
Elaine Smith
New England Journal of Medicine
Bailar
Clinical Oncology
Murry J. Cohen
Mld
Stephen R. Kaufman
Medical Research Modernization Committee
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New York
Gratitude for Project Graduation in Aiken 1997
Aiken residents thank volunteers, parents, and students for the all night celebration for 1997 graduates from Aiken High and South Aiken High. Nearly 200 graduates enjoyed a Male Beauty Pageant band and planned events, with care from Care Officers and PACT Team and generous local merchants. Julia Parker Graniteville praises effort and memorial to David Jr.
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Aiken
Aiken High
South Aiken High
PACT
Becky Lock
David, Jr
Beauty, Hydrangeas, Daylilies Bloom in York Street
A city celebrates its spring beauty with standout hydrangeas and daylilies on York Street. Citizens commend the parks and streets, praising city council member Tom Rapp and assistants for their outstanding work.
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York Street
Tom Rapp
Letters to the Editor Addressing Aiken Standard Mail Rules
The Aiken Standard invites brief letters for publication. Writers must include signature, mailing address, and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. Send to Letters to the Editor, Aiken Standard, PO Box 456, Aiken SC 29802 or via email to editorialascescape.net.
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Aiken
Aiken Standard
S.C
Editorialascescape.net
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