British commandos strike Falklands airstrip in first ground raid
British defense sources confirm commandos raided Pebble Island airstrip near West Falkland Friday night destroying multiple aircraft including Pucara planes and a large ammunition dump. Two minor casualties reported as ships bombarded shore during the operation amid ongoing UN mediated talks and renewed warnings.
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Falklands
Britain
United Nations
Washington
London
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South Georgia Island
South Georgia
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New housing construction must double to meet demand
A Congressional Research Service study released Saturday says the nation must add 2 million housing units annually in the 1980s, double the current pace. Rep. Henry S. Reuss warns that 1.1 million starts in 1981 and sub one million in 1982 would leave about 10 million units short, risking overcrowded, multi family living and conversions.
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Congressional Research Service
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Joint Economic Committee
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U S study on surviving a Soviet strike
A Carnegie Endowment report concludes the United States could still mount a massive retaliatory attack even after a pre emptive Soviet strike destroys all ICBMs. Bombers and submarines would carry out assured destruction while defenses remain vulnerable and credibility risks grow.
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United States
Soviet Union
Carnegie Endowment For International Peace
U.S
Girl Reunited With Mother After Ten Year Search
Kristy Hagen Anderson, now 12 or 13, was reunited with her mother Donna and adoptive father David Anderson in Walford after a decade apart. The search, aided by law officials, spanned Indiana and Iowa, ending with a Marion County court hearing on May 7 and Kristy’s return to her Iowa family with four half siblings. The family plans to share the full story of their decade-long effort while helping Kristy adjust and visit Indianapolis.
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David Anderson
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Iowa
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Beth
Melissa
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Andersons
Indianapolis
Indiana
David
Omaha's 10 most eligible women face rape threats
Ten women named as Omaha's most eligible faced stalking and violence after the magazine feature. Early incidents began March 31 with a home invasion and rape, followed by an attempted break in and a second rape. Police tied the crimes to a single suspect, noting a pattern in his method.
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Shelley Smith
Associated Press
Omaha
Neb
Index Today's Chuckle
A lighthearted note suggests some people choose prayer over resisting temptation. The line frames humor around self discipline and moral choices in everyday life.
Reagan praises work of military personnel on Armed Forces Day
President Reagan used Armed Forces Day to praise the military and their families for a job well done. He stressed hard work and long hours, saying troops are ready to sacrifice if needed and that the nation will provide equipment training and respect. A Democratic critic urged attention to retirement security and veterans programs.
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Reagan
United States
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Maryland
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