Broadcast News review criticizes missed opportunity and satire
The piece argues Broadcast News is well reviewed yet disappointing, likening it to a Mary Tyler Moore spin off. It notes Hurt as a Ted Baxter like anchor and Hunter as a conflicted producer, praising technical craft but lamenting shallow storytelling and missed satirical depth.
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International livestock exporters gain from weaker dollar
The article notes exporters face delays and contact hurdles but a cheaper dollar boosts demand from foreign buyers, revitalizing sales in a global market.
Promising comeback for Lynn Anderson after marriage
Country singer Lynn Anderson returns to the public eye after quitting in 1978 to marry a millionaire. Now 40, she hopes to reclaim the appeal she once held with country music fans as she plans a comeback.
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Staller Plans European Parliament bid in Radical ticket
Ilona Staller also known as Cicciolina says she will run in the European elections whether or not the Radicals nominate her. She asserts it would be easy to secure 500000 votes and recently placed second on the party’s ticket in June.
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Iowa Legislators Preview Brief 72nd General Assembly
Iowa lawmakers expect a short pleasant session focusing on a single top priority balancing the budget as they begin the 72nd General Assembly. The report notes early optimism and orderly proceedings.
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Rochester teachers win big raises and budget shift
In Rochester New York teachers receive substantial pay increases and expanded responsibilities aimed at improving education. The plan could serve as a model for districts nationwide and reshape local schooling.
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N.Y
U.s.world
Garrison Singer Stuart Gulick Keeps Regular Performances
Iowa Today notes guitarist Stuart Gulick from the Garrison acts can sing as easily as speaking and still performs regularly, highlighting his recurring appearances on page 17A.
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Linda Ronstadt Records Spanish Album Canciones de mi Padre
The singer pays tribute to her Mexican roots with a Spanish language collection of traditional tunes. Ronstadt aimed for a vintage sound reminiscent of prewar recordings to evoke her childhood memories.
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Leisure
Bad habits persist despite nutrition shift in survey
A New York Times telephone survey shows the nutrition revolution hasn’t changed American eating. People ages 18 to 29 have poorer habits than older adults and snacks remain a major culprit.
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Teen crack addict charged in New York City killing spree
Police say 17 year old Leslie Torres carried out a series of robberies and shootings in East Harlem starting New Year’s Day. He allegedly killed a grocery clerk on East 116th Street, then fled before a 20 minute rooftop chase ended custody. Ten victims total in the spree.
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Puerto Rico
Justice blocks custody transfer of abuse victim Terrence Karamba
Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun halted State Department custody of 9 year old Terrence Karamba, granting New York welfare officials time to contest return to Zimbabwe. The order paused a lower court ruling and asks for more information by Tuesday, as the boy faces potential further harm if sent home. Floyd Karamba, his Zimbabwean diplomat father, has returned to Zimbabwe. New York officials cited extreme fear and prior beatings as reasons to delay return. Legal Aid urged protection while Department of State argues international rules require repatriation.
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Human Resources Administration
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Soviets Search For Abominable Snowman In Russia
Moscow based Tass reports a society within the Ministry of Culture has begun a hunt for the yeti after at least 100 sighting claims. Zhanna Kofman of Moscow compiled reports describing a creature with a protruding forehead and cap peaks, linked by anthropologists to Neanderthal traits.
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Sears Sale Ad Errors From Sunday Jan 10 1988
The Sears sale advert incorrectly listed the price of the 69801 refrigerator as 539.99 with a sale price of 49.99 and white finish. the correct price should have been 449.99. The notice notes a pricing error in the ad.
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