Clinton offers binding retaliation pledge to win chemical weapons treaty
The administration seeks GOP support for a treaty by April 29 with a written commitment that any attack by poison gas would trigger overwhelming retaliation drawn from the U S arsenal. The pledge would be legally binding on the president and could imply nuclear use without requiring it. This is part of a package of assurances to sway key GOP senators.
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Calorie restriction in monkeys linked to health gains
Researchers from the National Institute on Aging report that rhesus and squirrel monkeys on a 30 percent reduced diet show lower blood pressure and better cholesterol. The study involves about 200 animals split between unrestricted and restricted feeding, aiming to understand how calorie reduction may extend life and health.
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Judge sentences Latin Kings leader to life in solitary
U S District Judge John Martin sentenced Luis Felipe, 34, a Latin Kings leader, to life in prison plus 45 years for ordering the killings of three gang members and the attempted murder of two others while in prison. The judge would have imposed death if permitted. Felipe is barred from phone use, inmate contact beyond approved visitors, and most visitation.
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Clinton aides faced warnings on fundraisers and NSC concerns
Washington Post details warnings from the National Security Council about fundraisers tied to President Clinton and Vice President Gore. NSC notes called Johnny Chung a hustler and urged caution over a Buddhist temple event, yet Gore attended. Documents tie Democratic donors to White House access amid Justice Department probing foreign contributions and NSA leads.
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Military keeps ban on gay conduct in forces
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, in a 2-1 ruling, upheld the military's don't ask, don't tell policy including provisions for discharge due to homosexual conduct. Judge Pamela Rymer rejected claims of unconstitutional differential treatment and affirmed deference to military judgment on privacy and cohesion.
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