St Patrick's parades go ahead with calmer mood in major cities
Millions join celebrations from coast to coast as New York Savannah Chicago Boston and more host St Patrick's events. In NYC about 750000 expected to watch 180 bands while Savannah plans 300000 revelers with 30 bands and 40 floats. Chicago attracts 120000 spectators for 202 groups and a green River dyeing. Police deploy about 3200 officers in NYC and 19 arrests occur in Boston.
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OPEC Far From Price Agreement On Oil Strategy
Geneva AP reporting that OPEC oil ministers enter a second round of emergency talks with no clear plan to halt a 50 percent price drop since December. They reportedly debated whether to return to production limits, a tactic last used with little success, as prices hover near 15 dollars a barrel.
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The Rebirth Of Springtime Is At Hand
Washington AP outlines how spring brings renewal amid mixed weather. It notes seasonal affective disorder, cabin fever, and varied start dates for spring, with March 20 as the popular equinox marker. It contrasts medieval saints day timing, St Peter’s Day, and Gulf Stream effects on climate in Britain and Europe.
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FDA urges calm as AIDS fear hurts blood donations
In an advisory the FDA tells regional offices to reassure potential donors that AIDS cannot be spread by donating blood. A survey found 34 percent believe it can, a fear blamed for shortages as blood reserves dip. The CDC reports no AIDS from donation and banks' safeguards prevent transmission.
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Imelda Marcos wealth findings spark global probe
The Marcos exile opens a window on opulence and alleged corruption. A Manila socialite notes three thousand pairs of shoes and other luxuries while authorities map assets worth up to ten billion dollars and pursue recoveries in New York, New Jersey, Texas, and abroad as the Aquino government questions titles, tapes, and paintings linked to the Marcos estate.
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