King Juan Carlos grants amnesty for many prisoners
Spain's new king issued a decree granting clemency to about 15 000 prisoners including 1 000 political detainees and reducing sentences for thousands more while death sentences for terrorists awaiting trial are commuted. The amnesty excludes 250 to 350 terror suspects.
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Prince Panya swims Mekong for refuge in Thailand
Prince Panya son of Laos premier Souvanna Phouma swam across the Mekong near Tha Bor to seek asylum in Thailand. Nong Khai governor Kampol Klinsukon said border police questioned him at Udorn. he said Laos is unsafe under Pathet Lao control and his father is powerless.
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Ex New York Housewife On Trial For Nazi Crimes
Hermine Braunsteiner Ryan, 56, an ex New York housewife, faces trial in Düsseldorf with 18 other former Nazi guards for mass murder at Lublin. She is accused of helping send more than 1,700 inmates to their deaths as part of the death camp system, with potential life imprisonment if convicted. The Polish government seeks death for concentration camp crimes. The trial could last up to two years and involves key figures from Auschwitz and related camps.
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Aiken Standard History and Publication Details
This item lists the Aiken Standard’s establishment in 1867 and its publication schedule as an afternoon newspaper except Saturdays and Sundays. It includes contact and postal box information and notes Associated Press rights, policy on errors, and advance payment guidance for subscriptions.
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Southeast Rain and Midwest Snow Forecast
Rain is forecast for the Southeast while the Midwest and Great Lakes are expected to see snow. Northern Rockies and adjacent plains, plus a band from northern California to Utah, will have showers. Cool temperatures are forecast for most areas.
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