Congress threatens China policy over Beijing killings
Liberal and conservative lawmakers urged President Bush to suspend all military aid to the People's Republic of China in response to the bloody crackdown on pro democracy demonstrators in Beijing. Senator Jesse Helms and Representative Stephen Solarz led the demand, while Senator Alan Cranston joined in calling for an aid halt, though Senator Lugar urged restraint and keeping existing aid and diplomacy. The White House planned a Monday meeting with congressional leaders to discuss possible actions, timing unspecified.
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Pepper eulogized as guardian of the elderly at Miami service
U S Representative ide Pepper, age 88, was remembered by congressional leaders priests and clergymen at a Miami church as a guardian of the elderly for his years of public service and dedication to those he helped. Governor and fellow lawmakers praised his citizenship and enduring influence even as they mourned his Tuesday Washington death.
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OPEC to speed up meeting as Khomeini funeral clears path
Iran's oil minister said a key OPEC gathering will be accelerated so officials can return to Tehran for Ayatollah Khomeini's funeral. The 13 nation group plans to set a higher production cap around 19.5 to 20.0 million barrels daily, preserving current price levels.
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Sunspot activity rising could reach record levels
NOAA reports sunspot activity rapidly increasing and may hit record levels by year end or early 1990, risking disruption to radio transmissions satellites and electrical systems. The 1986 cycle is nearing its peak per Joseph Hirman, Space Environment Service Center. A March solar flare caused a Canada power blackout and satellites interference.
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