World roundup Pakistan pins high hopes on lifting of U.S. sanctions
Pakistan enjoys cautious optimism after President Clinton lifts some sanctions, easing a credit crunch and boosting hopes for loans, trade, and investment. A foreign ministry statement said Washington would press international leaders to address Pakistan's economic woes amidst years of foreign debt and scarce hard currency.
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Iraq Threats Draw U S Clinton Action Debate
An Iraqi Baath party edited newspaper denounces U S threats as Baghdad vows to defend itself after the UN Security Council votes to demand Iraq resume cooperation with weapons inspectors. The council remains split on authorizing force to ensure compliance and sanctions relief.
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Russia accepts U S food aid as Russian shortages rise
Amid a deteriorating economy and drought damaged harvests, Russia signs an agreement to ship 3.1 million tons of U S food, including wheat, corn and meat, much as gifts while officials insist shortages are not imminent. Experts note Russia's livestock needs and uncertain demand.
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Ford named sexiest man alive in People issue
Harrison Ford, 56, is People magazine's 1998 Sexiest Man Alive. The Star Wars and Indiana Jones star discusses aging and self image, noting a distant relationship with the mirror and a prosthetic tooth setback from a gun mishap. Eartha Kitt, 71, remains vital and candid about aging in Egg magazine while defying cosmetic pressures.
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Vaccination drive amid Hurricane Mitch debris in Honduras
In Tegucigalpa Hondurans lining up for tetanus and malaria shots amid flood debris from Hurricane Mitch. Health officials warn malaria and cholera could spread. relief flights deliver water purifiers and medicines while army troops guard the area as drivers search for blocked taxis and bodies.
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Threat evacuation at Minnesota Capitol over suspected package
Police evacuated hundreds of state workers including Gov-elect Jesse Ventura after a small package marked Impeach Clinton Now was found near the Capitol. Bomb squad determined the package was not explosive, ending the threat.
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