Vatican confirms Pope March visit to Holy Land
The Vatican announced Pope John Paul II will travel in March during the last 10 days, likely stopping in Jerusalem and Nazareth, with Jerusalem and Bethlehem on the agenda. Israeli and Palestinian authorities welcomed the plan, though Nazareth faced a mosque dispute near a Christian shrine.
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German industry set to raise offer in WWII labor case
Germany's envoy said industry will boost its compensation offer for Nazi era forced and slave laborers but not to the lawyers demand of over 12 billion dollars. The current split is 2 thirds by industry and 1 third by the government, with a possible sub five billion cap.
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Questions about crew in EgyptAir crash probe
U S authorities delay FBI inquiry into EgyptAir Flight 990 tragedy. Reports say a backup pilot may have controlled the jet before it plunged 217 aboard. Investigators review cockpit data and voices to determine if crew action influenced the deadly dive.
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Jackson bets on Decatur amid zero tolerance protests
Rev. Jesse Jackson visited Decatur on a dare and was arrested during a protest over black students suspended under the district’s strict zero tolerance policy. He linked the Decatur action to the same civil rights goals of Selma and Washington and argued for equal protection and quality education for all children.
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Fed signals hold after rate hike amid brisk growth
Economists expect the Fed to stay on hold through December or February as it weighs inflation cooling and data on growth. A quarter-point rate rise lifts the fed funds target to 5.25–5.5 percent and nudges banks to raise prime to 8.5 percent, boosting borrowing costs for many loans. The Dow rose 171.58 to 10,992.33 on the news.
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Flag harms school stature in South Carolina debate
Several universities in South Carolina join a national clash over the Confederate battle flag atop the Statehouse. The USC Faculty Senate will consider a resolution saying the flag hurts recruiting and reputation, while other colleges press for removal. Public groups and officials urge its removal, citing racism. Supporters frame the flag as heritage and tribute to Civil War dead.
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Newberry cross burning case targeted in private mediation
Newberry authorities seek private mediation to settle a cross burning case involving David Overton Charles Worthy and Christopher Peay who allegedly placed a flaming cross on a residence early Thursday Sheriff James Lee Foster said the aim is to prevent further incidents while Chief Magistrate Barry Koon and investigator Todd Johnson coordinate parties.
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Kristofferson to star in CBS miniseries about JonBenet case
Kris Kristofferson signs to play a detective in an upcoming CBS miniseries about the Jon Benet Ramsey case. Marg Helgenberger and Kristoffer yet to be announced co star with Ronny Cox as Jon Benet's parents. Production began last week with Dyanne landoli cast as the 6 year old. air date not set.
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Andy Williams cancels Christmas shows for vocal rest
Singer Andy Williams, 71, discovers a nonmalignant vocal cord swelling. UCLA doctors order two months rest to avoid surgery, prompting cancellation of December Moon River Theater shows and postponement of January Dallas Symphony dates and a 10 city Midwest and Northeast tour plus a UK nineity tour. Publicist Paul Shefrin says the decision avoids surgery for now.
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