Five El Rukn members convicted in terror-for-hire plot
A federal jury in Chicago convicted five El Rukn gang members led by Jeff Fort of conspiring to blow up airplanes and government buildings as part of a terrorism-for-hire scheme to extort 2.5 million dollars from Libya. Sentencing set for December 29.
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El Salvador moves to strip Romero assassin suspect immunity
A judge began proceedings to lift Roberto d Aubuisson's parliamentary immunity so he can face charges in Archbishop Romero's 1980 murder. The process involves requesting immunity removal from the National Assembly while a related extradition for Capt. Alvaro Saravia to the United States proceeds. The attorney general and president push for accountability amid ongoing investigations.
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Harkin Blocks Powell Promotion Tied to NSC Role
Iowa Senator Tom Harkin will oppose Army Lt. Gen. Colin Powell's promotion to three star general amid conflict-of-interest concerns from his National Security Council post. He cites Scowcroft precedent and says Powell may resign, give up the promotion, or face Senate hearings.
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U S economy grows 4.1 percent in third quarter
The Department of Commerce reports a 4.1 percent annual growth in the third quarter driven by stronger business investment and consumer spending. Exports rose 9 percent while imports rose 6 percent, creating a record trade deficit of 39.8 billion dollars for July to September. The broader balance of payments measure shows a 119.8 billion dollar annual rate deficit.
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Twin California quakes rock border region injuring dozens
A 6.3 magnitude quake near Westmorland followed by a 6.0 quake struck near Calexico and El Centro, injuring at least 44 people while forcing evacuations and fires. Power cut affected 65,000 homes as Salvage and emergency crews respond across the border.
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Li Peng Named Acting Premier In China Transition
Vice Premier Li Peng was promoted to acting premier replacing Zhao Ziyang who resigned after becoming Communist Party general secretary. Li, 59, favors rapid modernization and opening to outside tech but faces scrutiny over central planning worries. Final approval rests with the National People's Congress in March.
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Homer Alaska plane crash kills 17 passengers
A commuter twin engine turboprop crashed short of Homer Airport killing 17. Four people were seriously injured as investigators, facing cold wind, sort out the final moments of the Ryan Air flight from Kodiak via Homer toward Kenai and Anchorage.
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Italian Warship Forces Iranian Frigate to Clear Path
An Italian warship in the southern Persian Gulf trained its gunsights on an Iranian frigate blocking its route, and the Iranian vessel yielded. A third navy confrontation in two days involved Iran and foreign ships in the gulf amid the Iran Iraq war ongoing since 1980.
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London Underground bans smoking and tobacco ads
The London Underground banned smoking and tobacco advertisements across its 273 stations after evidence linked a discarded cigarette to an escalator fire that killed 30 people. Sir Keith Bright, chairman of London Regional Transport, said the ban aims to lessen fire risk.
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Hawkeye Football Report and Big Ten Updates
A compact bulletin listing college football coverage across the Big Ten and Big Eight, featuring Iowa Hawkeyes, UNI and regional schedules, with placeholders for related sport and event sections. The page also notes sundry local guides and radio lineups.
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