Reagan presses Senate on arms treaty ratification before Moscow summit
President Reagan voiced concern that the Senate may not ratify the U S Soviet arms control treaty by May 29 prior to his Moscow visit with Mikhail Gorbachev. Senate Leader Byrd demanded binding Soviet commitments on banning futuristic weapons before moving to ratification.
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Kidnappers say Marine to be tried as U S spy
Pro Iran backed kidnappers in Beirut say Lt Col William Higgins will be tried for spying. Higgins, 43, from Danville Kentucky, was abducted February 17 near Tyre while serving with a U N observer group in south Lebanon. The statement arrives days after a radio claimed Higgins was killed in clashes between militias.
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Officials link acne drug to birth defects
FDA officials estimate Accutane caused 900 to 1,300 babies to be born with severe birth defects from 1982 to 1986 and 700 to 1,000 spontaneous abortions. Despite warnings, experts say thousands of women likely took the drug during pregnancy and may not have recognized the risks.
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U S to deploy 13 warships to Persian Gulf next week
The Pentagon announces a long planned rotation sending 13 warships to the Persian Gulf to relieve 29 ships on duty and discuss extending protection to non flag ships as part of regional coverage.
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Gore ends 1988 bid with pledge to aid nominee
Sen. Albert Gore Jr. withdrew from the 1988 race saying there will be other days for his causes. He said he will stay technically a candidate to allow delegates to attend the Democratic National Convention and urged support for Michael Dukakis or Jesse Jackson. He criticized George Bush and committed to helping the eventual nominee.
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Smoking ban begins on most domestic flights tonight
The federal ban on cigarette smoking on domestic flights under two hours takes effect at 11 01 CDT. Aboard thousands of flights the policy aims to cut smoking but may cause some early confusion while travelers consider other options or delay travel. Transportation Secretary Jim Burnley said the rules are being implemented smoothly.
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Intruders Fire On U S Troops At Panama Bases
U S troops guarding Panama facilities reported two intruder groups this week near Pacific end bases of the Panama Canal. In one incident an intruder fired at a guard, prompting a Marine quick reaction force. no casualties were reported. A second group fired two Claymore mines but retreated.
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Dukakis signs first in nation health plan for Massachusetts
Gov Michael Dukakis declares history as he signs a Massachusetts law to provide health insurance for all residents by 1992. He tells supporters the action should be replicated nationwide at the State House ceremony. FCC fines two California dial-a-porn operators $600000 each for transmitting obscene material across state lines and failing to restrict access to minors and non-consenting adults.
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