Ginseng and aspirin spark herbal cures boom in stores
Major drug firms join the herb trend as ginseng garlic and other remedies flood American shelves. Pharmacists say inquiries rise with herbal products sold as dietary supplements not needing FDA safety proof though claims of cures remain prohibited. Local experts cite growing popularity and regional sales in Mercer County.
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Arabs press Iraq as Gulf nations warn of consequences
The Clinton administration said Saddam Hussein has isolated himself and must reverse course amid Arab criticism. Defense Secretary Cohen warned the U.S. is not playing games as Arab ministers in Qatar warned of serious consequences for Iraq over refusing UN weapons inspectors. State Department spokesman Rubin cited near unanimity among Gulf states and rejected Sen Specter's call for prior congressional authorization for force.
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City considers reappointing Bluefield rights panel members
Bluefield officials questioned Debbie Goldstein and her husband Richard, both on the Human Rights Commission, about neutrality and hostility toward the police. Mayor Walker noted concerns over spouses serving together as their terms expired. Reappointments occurred for Harold Wells and Rev. Michael Cunningham, and Arthur Carroll was approved to replace Dr. Jean Gilbert who could not continue due to health.
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U.S. Signs Kyoto Accord Deepens Global Climate Debate
U S signed the Kyoto global warming accord amid Senate battles and West Virginia critics led by Senator Byrd who warned of dire economic consequences for coal states. Byrd and Senator Haden urged developing country commitments before ratification and detailed costs on U S industry. The pact aims for sharp greenhouse gas cuts by 38 nations including the United States.
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Israeli dancer files suit over alleged assault in Jerusalem
Shlomit Shalom, 32, gyrated before the Jerusalem Foreign Ministry on Thursday demanding the government expel the Egyptian ambassador she accuses of attempted rape. She alleges ambassador Mohammed Bassiouny assaulted her in August 1997 and seeks $285,000 in damages.
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