Senate gun control clash looms after Columbine tragedy
In Washington lawmakers scramble over a $5 billion juvenile crime bill as gun control amendments clash with partisan aims. The White House and Democrats seek tighter gun show sales rules and raising handgun age to 21, while Hatch warns of a legislative shootout.
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U S seeks Russia support for rapid Yugoslavia pullout
In Washington the Clinton administration pursues Russia's unqualified backing for swift Serb troop and police withdrawal from Kosovo and a strong NATO led peacekeeping force. Chernomyrdin and Chinese leaders press for a halt to bombing before negotiations. Russia now favors armed peacekeepers after a settlement, while tensions persist over withdrawal specifics.
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U S ambassador leaves Beijing embassy amid protests and damage
Ambassador James Sasser exited the glass-strewn U S embassy after days of anti American demonstrations in Beijing. Remains of killed journalists from Belgrade were sent home as protesters left rocks, bottles, and red blue paint on the gates. Sasser noted relief at leaving the crumbled compound and sadness over the embassy bombing, while officials discussed the broader crisis.
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Yeltsin Fires Primakov as Prime Minister Over Economy Crisis
President Boris Yeltsin dismissed Prime Minister Yevgeny Primakov and named Sergei Stepashin acting prime minister. Yeltsin framed the move as necessary for market reforms after impeachment hearings, while opposition saw it as a power struggle with the Duma. Stepashin, a longtime ally and head of police, was chosen to replace Primakov.
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Senate House clash over South Carolina budget lines
Six lawmakers from the Senate and House named to a conference committee as they clash over a nearly 6 billion dollar budget. The House voted to commit 125 million for eight years to school building projects, rejecting a Senate plan for 750 million in bonds. Key issues include sales tax cuts, car tax relief, and education funding.
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Clemson to begin search for new university president
CLEMSON The Clemson University Board of Trustees will hold a mostly closed-door meeting this week to start the search for a new president after Deno Curris resigned to lead the American Association of State Colleges and Universities in Washington. Curris will stay until Sept 30, as the committee reviews applications and forwards a short list to the full board. Interviews may take months. ads will run in the Chronicle of Higher Education and major newspapers.
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Jackson ordered to face music in Italy over song plagiarism
Italian judge ruled Michael Jackson plagiarized Italian songwriter Al Bano in Will You Be There from the Dangerous album. Jackson fined 2200 dollars with suspension, ordered to pay court costs. Royal Mail to issue Prince Edward Sophie Rhys Jones stamps four days before June wedding for about two dollars each.
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No statue for The Boss in New Jersey plans fall apart
Freehold plans for a Bruce Springsteen statue were scrapped over rising costs. Mayor Michael Wilson said public backing was weak from the start. In Pennsylvania, Villanova speaker Anna Quindien quits after anti abortion activists vow protests and a walkout at graduation.
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