Pajama flap shows risks of overreach and tris ban
The piece argues government fireproofing rules for children's sleepwear led to a costly wipeout of tris-treated merchandise and potential lawsuits. It cautions that good intentions require safe means, questions paternalism, and calls for clearer balance between consumer choice and industry action.
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Chocolate fuels crime links alarmingly in columnist essay
Virginia Payette riffs on studies linking diet to aggression while noting low blood sugar and allergies may trigger violent acts. She cites analysts, a Canadian psychiatrist, and a Ohio probation program that prescribes high protein meals and vitamins to reduce offenses. She warns chocoholics to beware of cravings.
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Carter's man on better terms with top congressmen
Frank Moore, once hard to reach and out of the loop, now maintains daily contact with Senate Majority Leader Byrd and House aides. His improved access helps smooth funding talks for water projects and Labor Department programs, with administration support solidified after a pivotal vote.
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Be a Better Shopper Cut Grocery Bills Says Economist
Hans Biesdorf, economist and professor, argues a 10 to 15 percent saving on weekly food bills is possible with disciplined shopping. He cites records of prices and unit pricing, recommends buying when prices are right, stock up, compare size and price, use store brands, shop at multiple stores, and plan meals around weekly specials.
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Senate weighs MFN for Romania amid emigration dispute
The Senate Finance Committee's international trade subcommittee will examine whether to terminate extend or let lapse the waiver of Romania's freedom of emigration for MFN status Carter seeks a 12 month extension while a Helsinki Commission background memo portrays Romania as tightly controlled and hostile to dissent and emigration and urges Congress to revoke MFN rather than extend the waiver
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