Commonwealth economy shifts tone at first free trade pledge
At a Britain led summit, the 54 nation Commonwealth signals a move toward free trade and environmental standards while avoiding new penalties on Nigeria's military junta. Britain and Canada expressed continued concern over Gen. Sani Abacha's regime as African hesitations linger. Colombia votes for peace. Menem Concedes Loss. Israel frees U.S. born gunman. Rolls Royce for sale amid buyer interest.
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Blizzard paralyzes Plains in deadly weekend storm
A brutal blizzard swept the Plains from Colorado to Illinois leaving tens of thousands without power and highways closed. Snow piled up to four feet in parts of the Rockies while fatalities were reported in Colorado and an 11 year old boy died near Stratton. National Guardsmen evacuated stranded residents using helicopters and snowmobiles as the storm waned on Sunday.
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Asian stock rout spreads to Europe after Hong Kong crash
Asian markets fell as investors grew anxious about regional stability and slow growth. Hong Kong led losses with a 5.8 percent drop in the Hang Seng, while Tokyo and European markets retreated and New York declined, amid currency concerns and fears of sustained weakness.
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Weekend sun expected with mild warming forecast
The state forecast calls for mostly sunny skies through the weekend with nightly lows in the 30s to 40s and daytime highs in the lower 60s to lower 70s, signaling a gradual warm up.
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Gore brushes off funds as non-issue with real people
DES MOINES Iowa Vice President Al Gore dismisses fund raising questions from the last election saying real people have not raised the issue. He downplays disputes with Democratic interest groups over trade and insists his message focuses on issues that affect people’s lives and job security.
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Jiang Zemin to seek openness during US visit
Washington reports say Chinese leader Jiang Zemin will see democracy as Americans discuss human rights. Albright said Jiang, starting in Honolulu, will meet Clinton to discuss trade terrorism and arms, while Americans push for human rights.
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