Panel blanks names as Grace Commission targets waste
A Washington panel report on government waste deletes all names of Congress members and their home states in the final draft, though earlier versions named lawmakers and projects. The Grace Commission, led by J P Bolduc, had claimed billions in pork and flawed grants, but the final document omits identities.
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Drunk Driving Major Cause in Fatal Crashes
Pathologists say as many as 90 percent of fatal traffic accidents involve alcohol based on three medical examiners studies. They note half of fatal crashes cited by NHTSA likely understate alcohol involvement. The experts caution tests and sampling bias affect data.
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Soviets Considered 18 Month Afghan Withdrawal Timetable
Moscow discussed a phased 18 month pullout from Afghanistan in talks with Pakistan last spring as a possible settlement. Pakistan reportedly favored a six month timeline and discussions stalled, with officials noting the plan never became a formal proposal.
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U S Syria war of words eases off summary
A State Department official said the United States no longer believes Syria seeks to thwart Lebanon talks and notes on the ground in Lebanon show movement toward progress. He cites Syria’s release of Navy Lt. Goodman as a sign of shifting attitude.
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Marine killed in attack on helicopter near Beirut embassy
A Marine was killed and two Lebanese soldiers wounded when unidentified gunmen opened fire on a helicopter unloading troops near the temporary U S Embassy in Beirut. Cpl Edward Gargano of Quincy Massachusetts died in the attack as Marines and Lebanese troops returned fire.
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Chuckle Tip: Ignorance Bliss or Not
Comic quip notes that bliss may hinge on knowledge or ignorance. Wry line suggests happiness and mystery in equal measure as a playful observation.
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