Appeals court allows Flight 800 families to sue for damages
A 2nd U.S. Circuit ruling says families of TWA Flight 800 victims can pursue substantial damages for pain and suffering since the crash occurred eight miles off Long Island and not in international waters. The decision follows a 1998 district court ruling and could extend compensation beyond pecuniary losses.
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Oil prices to ease gradually into summer amid OPEC rise
Washington motorists face higher costs as OPEC increases output by 1.7 million barrels daily to cover a 2 million barrel shortfall. Gasoline is averaging 1.55 per gallon now with forecasts of about 1.42 by summer's end, while futures point to a 15 cent drop by July. U.S. officials warn it may take 6 to 8 weeks for extra supply to hit markets. President Clinton welcomes the move as good for the economy and urges oil firms to pass savings to consumers.
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Where your gas money goes in a 1970 oil price push
President Clinton urged the U.S. oil industry to pass savings on to consumers. The article breaks down how a gallon of gas is spent, detailing portions allocated to production, distribution, taxes, and profits, with context on energy pricing and consumer impact.
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Cuban American vote looms in Florida Elian custody case
In a tight race Florida Cuban Americans threaten to back Bush over Gore over the Elian Gonzalez custody case. Castro said the father will travel to claim the child if granted access, while Gore urges due process and Florida family courts. The issue highlights Cuban stronghold politics and wider Latino caucus involvement.
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Roswell grass fires burn three barns and damage equipment
Two range fires near Roswell scorched about 450 acres of grassland and the Pecos River bosque driven by gusty winds. Three barns were destroyed and a fire engine damaged, with power lines diverted. Investigators sought causes for the Devonian and Lincoln 2 fires as firefighters contained them by Wednesday.
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Smallest planets found beyond our solar system
Washington reports that astronomers have identified Saturn-sized planets outside the solar system, marking progress toward detecting Earth-sized worlds. Over 30 exoplanets have been found, with two newly announced bodies smaller than Jupiter. Geoffrey W. Marcy of UC Berkeley notes these are hot, gaseous giants likely devoid of life.
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Clinton offers no family advice to Blair at White House
President Clinton, alone at the White House as Hillary runs for the Senate, declined to offer family guidance to Prime Minister Tony Blair. Cherie Blair is seven months pregnant with their fourth child and had urged paternity leave legality. Clinton said he did not want to interfere in friends’ personal matters but joked about wishing to hear their initial discussion.
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Boys accused of plotting to kill parents in Georgia
Three boys aged 1, 11, and 13 in Martinez, Georgia, are charged with theft of a firearm and aggravated assault after an alleged plan to drug and hold hostage both sets of parents and execute them. Investigators say the youths drew swastikas and military ranks on their plans and intended to appear before a juvenile court judge.
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Clay Whittle
Oklahoma House avoids blocking Southwestern Bell plan
Oklahoma City AP A legislative clash over Southwestern Bell Telephone Co plan to contribute 30 million toward an education technology fund ended as House committee declined to block it. Attorney General Edmondson and all three Corporation Commission members urged alternative rate regulation, but the panel did not pursue a resolution to reject the package.
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