Air controllers and feds deadlocked in nationwide strike threat
United States air traffic controllers and the Reagan administration remained far apart in wage and job demands after brief talks. Kenneth Moffett, the federal mediator, said bargaining was limited and expressed little optimism. Washington warned a strike would be illegal and contingency plans would prioritize safety.
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Panama's Torrijos dies in plane crash in Panama
Panama’s Gen Omar Torrijos Herrera and six others died when his light plane crashed in a remote jungle area 60 miles west of Panama City. The national guard confirmed bodies recovered. Torrijos had ruled Panama and secured the 1977 canal pact with the United States. A state funeral was planned with Torrijos to lie in state 24 hours before a funeral at Don Bosco Church. Carter and Reagan issued condolences.
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Poland warns of possible nationwide conflict over food crisis
Poland's Communist Party Politburo warned protests over food shortages could explode into nationwide conflict. The 15 member body says strikes and street demonstrations threaten the country and plans to convene the Central Committee to discuss unrest. Solidarity enters talks as protests continue and Parliament expresses concern.
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Goodbye Gibraltar on Britannia Honeymoon Cruise
The Princess of Wales waves farewell from the royal yacht Britannia as Prince Charles and his bride begin their honeymoon cruise. They arrive in Gibraltar with cheering crowds as they leave by sea. Story on page 10A.
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Smog solution index breathes new air ideas
A provocative feature asks why people avoid blowing upward to clear smog and explores potential solutions. It surveys methods, technologies, and public health angles while weighing practical and policy implications for cleaner air.
Senate House committee clears Reagan tax cut compromise
A joint committee cleared a compromise tax cut bill after overnight talks focusing on oil provisions. Senator Kennedy threatened to force a reversal to rewrite the oil terms, delaying Senate action until Monday. If approved, the package would yield about 750 billion dollars in tax relief through 1986, with wide personal and business cuts and target figures for families at various income levels.
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