Driving habits split by gender in 1996 DOT survey
The 1996 U S Department of Transportation auto fatality data show men in crashes 74 percent of the time while licensed male drivers form about 50 percent of all drivers, with women at just over 49 percent. The article notes miles driven by gender and cites British studies claiming women are safer drivers, plus a columnist personal reflection on aggressive driving and related anecdotes.
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Signs of progress seen in ending nuclear crisis
The United States and South Asian nations show early signs of progress in resolving the India and Pakistan nuclear crisis. Deputy Secretary of State Strobe Talbott visits New Delhi and Islamabad to press for a nuclear test ban and direct talks, while Congress eases sanctions to aid diplomacy.
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Farmers pray for rain as heat kills two more
Southern Plains farmers gathered to pray for rain amid a heat wave blamed for 110 US deaths. Dallas reached 100 degrees for 14 straight days as highs forecast above 100 through midweek. Officials warned the toll could rise and noted spikes across Oklahoma Arkansas Nevada Arizona and Louisiana.
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Woman Attempted Car Fire With Son Near Sugarloaf Park
Police arrested 43 year old Karen Dib after she planned to ignite gasoline in her car with her 11 year old son inside at Sugarloaf State Park. A ranger intervened as Dib lit a rag from a gasoline can. officers stopped the attempt and charged her with felony child endangerment.
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Gazette Promotes Soybean Ink and Recycling
The Gazette highlights its commitment to the future by using soybean ink and recycled newsprint. Readers are urged to drop newspapers for recycling at City Carton on 4250 Sixth St SW or at the closest recycling location.
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