Congress Turns From Big Issues To Capitol Hill Sights
Washington report notes lawmakers spend more time courting constituents and photo opportunities than passing major bills. Elizabeth Taylor, Roberto Duran, and a bag of zebra mussels drew attention at hearings, while staff handle much of Capitol Hill work.
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Gabor Sues Delta Over Atlanta Ejection and Dog Incident
Zsa Zsa Gabor sues Delta Air Lines claiming negligence defamation and assault after she was removed from Flight 462 in Atlanta on January 6 1989. She says one dog was loose and disputes control of a Gucci bag in overhead, while Delta officials say she spoke vulgarly and refused to cooperate. The judge in Miami Hoeveler allowed refiling after fixing flaws in the complaint and the broader Beverly Hills incident is noted.
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Feldman known for Tee Goonies Dream A Little Dream and The Bad News Bears TV series was released on bail early Saturday after a traffic stop. Jones said Feldman was the only person in the car. Strawberry Gun Charge Dropped Mets outfielder Darryl Strawberry had a weapon charge dismissed due to insufficient evidence after a domestic dispute in January. He had a prior 27 day rehab stay and will provide biweekly progress reports while continuing counseling and family therapy. City Attorney James K Hahn confirmed no further spousal battery charges will be filed and Strawberry remains in the Mets Assistance Program.
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Party Smart Theme For Spring Break In Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach authorities push a Party Smart campaign to curb bacchanalian excess during spring break 1990. Police pledge strict enforcement of beach alcohol laws and increased patrols as organizers expand events while attempting to protect locals and preserve tourism.
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Robber Returns Money After Realizing Victim Worse Off
A Dallas burglar who broke into a home early Friday and held the owner at knifepoint reportedly decided the victim was worse off and returned $8 he planned to steal. The thief rifled rooms taking a watch, rings, $3 in change, and $5 from the wallet but kept six rings and a $61 watch.
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Chronic fatigue syndrome gains medical credibility
Dr Paul Cheney reports at the February 18 Los Angeles conference that chronic fatigue syndrome once dismissed as yuppie flu is now seen as a serious illness with immune and brain involvement. Studies show distinct memory abnormalities vs healthy or low mood individuals, challenging the notion that symptoms are purely depression.
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