Pope John Paul II Visits Israel in Historic Pilgrimage
Pope John Paul II arrived in Israel for the first official papal visit, aiming to unite Catholics and Jews while facing political tensions over Jerusalem. Israeli President Weizman called Jerusalem reunified, signaling the trip’s broader regional implications amid talks of a Palestinian capital.
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Clinton gains peace pledge in India
President Clinton won India's pledge to pursue peaceful means to resolve tensions with Pakistan amid Kashmir bloodshed. Vajpayee said there is no threat of war while India rejected Clinton's call to slow its nuclear program. Clinton emphasized stronger U.S. ties, visited Gandhi’s memorial, and planned three days of sightseeing including the Taj Mahal.
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Rezulin diabetes drug pulled after liver toxicity findings
Washington AP reports Rezulin, a Type 2 diabetes medication, was withdrawn after safety reviews linked it to at least 61 deaths due to liver toxicity. FDA ordered removal, citing safer alternatives Avandia and Actos from Parke-Davis Warner-Lambert.
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Canada lynx listed as threatened in lower 48 states
The U S Fish and Wildlife Service designated the nocturnal Canada lynx as a threatened species, a move environmentalists call a step forward after a decade of efforts. The listing covers the Lower 48. Alaska's lynx population is not included. Defense of Wildlife spokesman Mike Senatore called the decision a positive conservation step.
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Man Arrests in Mass Car Wash Killings in Irving
Police arrested Wayne Harris, 98, at a Dallas home on Tuesday in connection with the Monday shooting at Mi-T-Fine Car Wash in Irving. Five former coworkers were killed and a sixth wounded during a holdup. Harris had been fired from the car wash Friday after a prior arrest for exposing himself to two women. robbery is cited as the motive.
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McCain Returns to Senate With Attacks on Gore
John McCain resumed Senate duties after his presidential bid, lambasting Vice President Al Gore and pledging to aid Republican candidates. He praised colleagues, spoke on Kosovo policy opposing sanctions relief for Serbia, and backed tobacco regulation while demanding campaign finance reform. He planned to address House Republicans and boosted GOP chances this fall.
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