Welfare rule puts 260000 children at risk of losing benefits
The federal government notified parents that up to 260000 children may lose SSI disability benefits under the new welfare law, which tightens eligibility to impairments with marked or severe functional limitations, affecting about 1 million recipients nationwide.
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Kirstie Alley and Parker Stevenson Divorce After 13 Years
Kirstie Alley and Parker Stevenson, longtime couple and former Cheers star and husband, are reportedly headed for divorce after 13 years of marriage. The pair, noted as Hollywood figures, set to begin dissolution proceedings per sources close to the couple.
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U.S. weighs Canadian plan for aid drop in central Africa
The Clinton administration backs a Canadian proposal to form multinational headquarters to coordinate relief for Rwandan refugees in eastern Zaire with an airlift option under study. Officials caution about militias seizing supplies and the safety of refugees while signaling readiness to boost troop airlift capacity if needed.
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Egg Revolution Protests Rock Belgrade Offices
Tens of thousands march in Belgrade denouncing Slobodan Milosevic. Protesters throw eggs and tomatoes at the Socialist Party offices and state media, smashing TV and newspaper exteriors in a bid to overturn the Nov 17 election annulment and challenge Western backing.
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American detained in North Korea returns home for Thanksgiving
Evan C. Hunziker 26 arrives at Seattle Tacoma International Airport after three months in North Korea on spy charges he and supporters say were unfounded. His release came after a $5,000 payment and a negotiation led by US Representative Bill Richardson. Hunziker, speaking little, says North Korea treated him well amid the crush of reporters.
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California judge blocks Prop 209 after voting against affirmative action
Chief U S District Judge Thelton Henderson issued a temporary restraining order blocking enforcement of Proposition 209 three weeks after Californians voted to dismantle state affirmative action. he warned the measure may violate the rights of women and minorities. ACLU lawyer Mark Rosenbaum called the ruling a stand against racial and gender discrimination in public hiring contracting and education. Governor Pete Wilson condemned the decision as absurd and argued the state cannot discriminate against some races while allowing others.
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Safety officials warn drivers about air bags safety leaflets
Safety officials at highway rest stops distributed fliers warning about air bag risks and the need to buckle kids in the back. Beth Thompson from Brunswick Maine considered how the guidance affects her 4 year old and decided her youngest will not ride in front.
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