World round up: Warns of force in Iraq dispute
Iraq's foreign minister Mohammed al Sahaf denounces U S and British threat of military action as reckless and calls for a U N backed political settlement to sanctions tied to weapons inspections. He urges the Security Council to lift sanctions after reviewing Iraq's compliance.
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Tabloid apology settles Michael Jackson disfigurement suit
The Mirror apologized for four 1992 articles about Michael Jackson’s appearance after settling the lawsuit Monday. Terms were not disclosed. Lawyer Kevin Bays said the photos were honest but misrepresented the plaintiff’s true look. In separate notes, Woody Harrelson opened an oxygen bar in West Hollywood offering 20 minute sessions for 13 dollars, while Jerry Lewis sold rights to a new version of Cinderfella with seven figure terms potential up to 5 million depending on box office.
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Gingrich calls for unity to push big ideas in 1999
Retiring Speaker Newt Gingrich urged GOP unity at a GOPAC dinner in Washington as Bob Livingston appeared present for the first time since Gingrich’s abrupt resignation. The event underscored the party’s aim to maintain a 223 seat majority in January with only six defections needed to block initiatives.
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Republicans press ahead with Clinton impeachment hearings
House Judiciary Committee Republicans vow to continue action despite election losses. They consider calling Bruce Lindsey, Clinton adviser, as hearings expand. Hyde says election not a veto, Hutchinson concurs, even as Supreme Court delays shield on Lindsey.
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Mitch Backlash as Mitch Devastates Central America
Helicopters dropped relief over hills of El Salvador while leaders from four nations urged lenders to aid the post hurricane rebuild. Honduran President Carlos Flores Facusse called their debt unpayable after losses, with Nicaragua owing six billion dollars. Carter and Jospin backed foreign debt relief. Fischer suggested forgiving some debts for Honduras and Nicaragua.
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Nasdaq price fixing deal approved in record antitrust settlement
A federal judge in New York approved a 1.03 billion dollar settlement by leading brokerages over a Nasdaq stock price rigging scheme. Judge Robert W. Sweet called it a fitting end to a high stakes class action that could have gone to trial. The deal marks the largest antitrust payout in US history.
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