Admiral Arleigh Burke dies at 94 in Maryland
Retired Admiral Arleigh Burke, famed Pacific destroyer leader and three term chief of naval operations, died at Bethesda Naval Hospital Maryland at age 94. He is survived by his wife Roberta Gorsuch. President Clinton praised his courage and legendary service. A ship bears his name and the Arleigh Burke class destroyers honor his legacy.
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Elk Hills oil field sale sparks controversy and profit claim
U S may sell Elk Hills Naval Petroleum Reserve in California after years of profits. Critics warn a sale could benefit oil firms and reduce long term government revenue. Energy officials argue the field is best kept out of government hands but bids may be accepted if high enough.
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Cuba moves to tax the new private sector
Cuba will start taxing self employed workers earning pesos and dollars beginning Jan. 1, expanding to hundreds of thousands in the private sector. Officials say the plan narrows income gaps in a supposed classless society as Fidel Castro faces a rising new rich. The 4 million-strong workforce will be affected as the system grows to about 1 million taxed workers.
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Arafat accused of violating election laws
International observers criticized Yasser Arafat for violating election laws by shortening the campaign period to two weeks before Palestinians vote on January 20. EU observer leader Carl Lidbom warned the changes threaten the elections' credibility with Palestinians and the international community.
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Nigerian military frees Abiola aide
Nigerian military rulers freed Ademola Adeniji Adele, a senior aide to Moshood Abiola, boosting hope the imprisoned presidential winner might be released soon. Adeniji Adele is the second Abiola aide freed in two weeks, with reports saying he was freed on Sunday.
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Tiger kills man at Calcutta zoo during New Year greeting
In Calcutta, India a tiger killed Prakesh Tiwari and mauled Suresh Rai when they crossed the moat to place a marigold garland around the animal’s neck in a New Year greeting. Both men had been drinking, authorities said.
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Saudi King Fahd Hands Over Control for Rest Period
King Fahd temporarily relinquished governance to Crown Prince Abdullah to rest and recuperate. The decree, released by the Saudi Press Agency, aimed to reassure markets that the kingdom remains led. Abdullah chaired the cabinet meeting as Fahd recovers after a hospitalization and stroke reports.
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