Cigarette makers ask judge to release internal files
The four largest U.S. cigarette makers petitioned a Minnesota judge to permit release of about 33 million pages of internal documents used in a state lawsuit. The industry hopes immediate disclosure reduces impact of the information. Imelda Marcos filed for May presidency in the Philippines and prayed at a Manila cathedral after her Supreme Court upheld a corruption conviction.
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California floods force 500 families from homes near Clear Lake
Brute storms push levees to the limit as 500 families evacuate shores of Clear Lake amid El Nino rains. Gov. Pete Wilson declares emergency in five more counties bringing total to 27. New storm expected to bring heavy rain but lighter winds tonight.
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Design flaw imperils airport security
The New York Times reports a design flaw in Receptors Inc. security systems that issue access badges could compromise at least 40 airports and many other sites worldwide. The flaw lets hackers access the badge system or door controls if the computer network is linked or reachable by phone lines.
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Mandela declares love blossoms anew with Grace Machel
In Johannesburg, Nelson Mandela says he is "blooming like a flower" after falling in love again with Grace Machel. He calls the relationship unsanctioned by marriage a source of trouble but says it has brightened his life after 27 years in prison for fighting apartheid. The public acknowledgment marks his first clear admission of love for Machel.
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Albright vows severe retaliation if Iraq forces U S action
Secretary of State Madeleine Albright warned that Iraq and Saddam Hussein would face a severe punishment if the United States moves to use military force to enforce U N resolutions. She said weeks remain to pursue a diplomatic path while Republicans push for Saddam's removal.
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