Atlantis to lift off for secret shuttle mission
NASA announced that Space shuttle Atlantis will depart Cape Canaveral between 12 a.m. and 4 a.m. on February 22 for a secret military assignment, marking the fourth after dark liftoff in shuttle history.
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Group says Congress tilted to right in 1989
The Americans for Democratic Action reports Congress moved right in 1989 with liberal positions on 20 issues scoring 50 percent in the House and 48 percent in the Senate. It notes some courage on abortion flag burning and capital gains taxes.
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Jordan asks halt to Jewish emigration until Palestinian issue resolves
Jordanian Prime Minister Mudar Badran told the AP that Jordan seeks a halt to Jewish immigration to Israel until the Palestinian question is settled. He warned that allowing such moves could endanger future peace possibilities.
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Robbers kill family at Las Cruces bowling alley
Seven people were shot at the Las Cruces Bowl office early Saturday. victims include Steve Turan and his daughters Paula 7 and Victoria 2, plus Amy Houser 13. A fire followed to cover the crime as two Hispanic suspects were sought. three others survived in critical condition.
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Spill revised to 394000 gallons closes Southern California beaches
In Huntington Beach California officials raised the American Trader spill to 394000 gallons. Crews worked to absorb the slick that stretched along miles of coastline threatening wildlife while booms held at Santa Ana River but failed to shield other inlets. Twenty six birds were killed and sixty were under care as volunteers faced toxic conditions and heavy equipment hazards along the shore.
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Helicopter Crash Kills None as East River Fire Breaks Out
A sightseeing helicopter carrying five people crashed into the East River near a helipad in New York. Police divers and a rescue boat aided survivors who clung to a board until help arrived. Eight people were hospitalized including a 14 year old boy in critical condition after his heart stopped. Two rescuers sustained exposure injuries. others were stable.
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U S Yields to Gorbachev on Troop Totals in Europe
In Ottawa meetings with NATO ministers, Secretary of State Baker is expected to propose both sides cut European troop deployments to 225 000. Gorbachev had offered 225 000 while rejecting Bush’s 195 000 proposal, insisting totals be equal. Baker aims for a tentative agreement on broader arms limits and verification measures.
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