UN study cites poorer nations ahead in quality of life
A UN Development Program report ranks nations like Sri Lanka Costa Rica and Botswana higher in quality of life than wealthier states such as Brazil Pakistan and Nigeria while Niger sits last with $482 per person. The study covers 130 nations over nine years ending in 198 ee. It notes progress and warns of complacency amid developing world deprivation.
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Nigeria
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Niger
Mahbub Ul Haq
Some Gain Weight More Easily
Two identical twin pairs in a college dorm spent 30 months watching TV and eating. After the study, researchers reported clear evidence of genetic influence on weight. Half of the twins gained fat while others built lean muscle, altering weight gain despite extra calories.
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Aiken Standard Subscription Rates and Address Note
Aiken Standard lists subscription rates for six months and twelve months with amounts shown and notes about Sunday mornings by Kaan Communatans. Address changes are directed to the Aiken Standard, PO Box 486, Aiken SC 290.
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Soviet leader outlines shift to market economy reforms
Prime Minister Nikolai I. Ryzhkov told the nation a move from a centrally planned economy to a market system is needed, with a two year recession ahead. He described a three stage plan including price hikes in July and January, banking system changes, and a referendum to approve the five year reform.
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Lithuania Threatens To Be Summit Spoiler
Washington reports that Lithuania may spoil the summit by threatening a stand in the U S Soviet trade agreement while Secretary of State James A Baker III expresses confidence in an arms control declaration Bush and Gorbachev plan to sign. He defends the agreement against critics and notes unlikely quick completion. The draft exceeds 400 pages after eight years of talks.
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Lithuania
James A. Baker III
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Baker Says Trade Benefits To China To Be Extended
Secretary of State James A. Baker III warns that failure to renew most favored nation trade benefits for China could harm U.S. economic interests. The Bush administration expects to extend the preferential trade status to China for one more year amid critics of China policy. Baker notes progress on human rights is not the sole factor in renewal and says a formal statement will follow as officials testify before Congress.
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House revives reduced infectious waste cap in recycling bill
The South Carolina House adopted a 25 ton daily limit on infectious waste burned at the Hampton County incinerator as part of a recycling and solid waste bill. Sponsor Rep. Doug McTeer said the move could spur Senate action, while opponents warn the cut could close the facility. The 25 ton cap takes effect in July, with the plant now authorized to burn 100 tons daily plus additional municipal waste from three counties. The measure faces an uncertain fate as Senate priorities shift toward the state budget ahead of June adjournment.
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Carroll Campbell
Smaller Poker Machine Tax May Be On Way
State senators discuss a plan to raise video poker machine license fees by 150 percent. Land aims to limit the increase to 1000 dollars, risking a potential 10 million shortfall in the budget. Waddell warns against backtracking on capital gains tax cuts.
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John Land
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Waddell
James Waddell
D-Beaufort
Counterfeit Operation Foiled in Multi-State Scheme
A 17-year-old at a fast food drive thru spotted a fake $50 bill on his first day, helping stop a $1.5 million counterfeit operation. Calvin C. Reynolds, 36, of Columbia pleaded guilty to manufacturing counterfeit currency with Julius Allen Augustus Jr., 42, who pleaded guilty earlier. Augustus also admitted passing counterfeit money and both await sentencing. A Kentucky Fried Chicken employee in Anderson flagged the bill, triggering federal investigation. Serial numbers appeared across Georgia, Virginia and North Carolina as authorities issued alerts.
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