Nuclear powers to address new Crisis in India Pakistan
The United States and four long standing nuclear powers China Russia Britain and France will meet in Geneva to craft an international community approach to the India Pakistan nuclear crisis. Clinton rearranged a trip to be in Washington for consultations with Madeleine Albright before she leaves for the meeting. The goal includes pressuring India and Pakistan to ratify the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty and halt fissile material production. The five powers seek to avert a regional arms race and resolve Kashmir. Defense Secretary Cohen warned that India's and Pakistan's tests could invite others like Libya Iran Iraq Syria to follow suit.
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Clinton drops executive privilege in Lewinsky probe
Washington AP report says President Clinton abandoned his executive privilege claim in the Monica Lewinsky case. The White House said no Supreme Court ruling is needed on testimony by presidential aides and Starr voiced frustration over delays in the probe. Ruff defended the administration, noting disputes among lawyers over procedures.
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AISD May Seek Tax Rate Increase in 1996 Budget Preview
Amarillo Independent School District officials said a preliminary budget projects a 12.55 cent hike in the tax rate, adding about 100.40 yearly taxes on an 80 000 home. The plan funds 2.5 percent raises, new positions, and projects beyond the 42 2 million bond.
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Camp family seeks relief after arson linked to Deneke case
Deb bie Camp and her husband Mike report 21 sleepless nights since their South Hayden home was set on fire on May 13. Police tie the arson to retaliation for Brian Deneke’s December death in a fight at Western Plaza. Dustin Camp was charged with murder. The family also recounts ongoing threats and heightened vigilance as they cope with fear and paranoia.
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Record Heat Sets Early Highs in Amarillo and Childress
The National Weather Service reports Amarillo reached 104 degrees on Monday, breaking the 99 degree 1916 record and marking the warmest early season temp. Childress hit 112, with records in Amarillo dating to 1892. Meteorologist Lance Goehring notes a large high pressure ridge driving the heat.
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Scientists extend fruit fly life span with extra gene
LOS ANGELES AP researchers extended Drosophila life by up to 40 percent by inserting a gene that improves cellular waste removal in motor neurons. The study, led by Gabrielle Boulianne, suggests aging processes may be simpler than thought, though human applicability remains uncertain.
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