Protestant groups disarm in Northern Ireland peace milestone
Ulster Volunteer Force destroys its entire stockpile after a secret June 12 meeting. Ulster Defence Association hands over an initial portion of its arsenal and vows ongoing disarmament. Leaders declare the struggle ended and peace secured as disarmament chief Gen John de Chastelain oversees the process with international praise.
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Andrew Sens
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Tauno Nieminen
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Day-care drug haven cited in brazen robbery attempt
Police say the Special Moments Day care in New York functioned as a drug haven with marijuana and over 100000 dollars in cash in its basement. An armed man was shot and wounded during the Friday robbery attempt. Donna Rogers, 37, owner of the day care, was arrested Saturday.
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Raymond Kelly
Special Moments
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Pakistani forces kill militants in Karachi raid and northwest camps
Pakistani security forces raided a Taliban hideout in Karachi and pounded training camps in the northwest, killing at least 20 militants. The operation underscores the nationwide effort to eradicate insurgents.
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Chicago officers recall 1968 convention confrontations
Chicago police veterans at a reunion recount the 1968 Democratic National Convention turmoil. They describe chaotic scenes without tear gas, defending themselves against protesters while denying any police riot. Not one gun fired, says Joe Mescall, as others barter memories of bricks, urine, and hostility.
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Jeff Norris
John Murray
Joe Mescall
Conrad Hilton
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