Morocco and Mauritania sever Algeria ties over Western Sahara
Morocco and Mauritania cut diplomatic relations with Algeria amid a border dispute over the Western Sahara region. Algeria backs Polisario guerrillas who proclaimed the Arab Saharan Democratic Republic, while Morocco and Mauritania moved to take control of the mineral rich desert.
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Missing link bones found in Africa
Anthropologist Richard Leakey announced the discovery of a complete skull from an early Homo representative in northern Kenya dated about 1.5 million years ago. He calls it a key link between Homo and Australopithecus, suggesting co existence. He also reported an almost complete hip bone from another early man dating 2.5 to 3 million years.
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Congress Divided on Employment Plans Across Committees
Washington reports Congress remains split over jobs creation with Democrats lacking a unified plan and Republicans offering alternatives. Senate panels review scaled down public works and community development proposals while the Budget Office analyzes options, urging broader value judgments beyond fragmented committee work.
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U.S. firms near Aramco takeovers in Panama City
Four American partners Exxon Texaco Standard Oil of California and Mobil near finalizing a Saudi takeover of Aramco with negotiations at the Bay Point resort 10 miles west of Panama City. Talks involve Yamani and about 50 executives in tight security as a possible signing looms.
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Defense blocks doctor testimony in Hearst trial
In San Francisco, Patricia Hearst’s lawyers contest the admission of Dr. Joel Fort’s testimony arguing she was not mentally ill at the bank robbery. Fort said she was not acting out of fear, while Bailey challenged his qualifications and alleged attempts to “fix” the case as jury deliberations near.
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Painter Steven Soliah Eyes Testimony in Hearst Link Case
Sacramento story outlines Steven Soliah's bank robbery trial starting Tuesday and his plan to discuss his connection with Patricia Hearst. He shared an apartment with Hearst during her fugitive year with the SLA and faces possible life imprisonment if convicted for the Carmichael bank heist that killed a depositor.
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Brainwashing in Hearst case sparks debate in court
Washington officials discuss brainwashing from Korea to the Patricia Hearst trial. Experts define brainwashing as indoctrination under captivity with coercive persuasion. Hearst's attorney says attempts were made, not proven. Civilian court defenses worry over brainwashing as a possible excuse.
Patman the banking watchdog dies at 82 in Texas
Washington reports Rep. Wright Patman D Tex aged 82 and former chair of the House Banking Committee died after a two week pneumonia bout at Bethesda Naval Hospital. He announced he would not seek a 25th term. Funeral services set for Texarkana First Baptist Church. Survived by Pauline Tucker Patman and three sons Connor Patman Harold Patman and William Patman.
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