Food stamp fraud falls but total theft remains high in US
Federal officials report criminals still steal about 660 million annually in food stamp benefits despite electronic cards. Overall fraud dropped from 815 million in 1993 to 660 million for 1996 98, with trafficking per dollar issued down to 3.5 cents. They cite stronger controls and emphasize zero tolerance for abuse.
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War crimes tribunal upholds rape verdict
The Yugoslav war crimes tribunal upheld the verdict convicting Bosnian Croat commander Anto Furundzija for rape during interrogation. The appeals chamber found no legal errors, reinforcing that leaders bear responsibility for subordinates acts. Furundzija received a 10 year sentence. the case expands sexual assault criteria and accepts victim testimony despite PTSD.
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