Premarital sex law proposal sparks whippings plan in Perak
The Perak State Religious Affairs Council proposes possible whippings for premarital sex violations. The plan awaits approval by the State Legislative Assembly on Oct. 12, a move seen as likely to be adopted.
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Russia Starts Distribution of Privatization Vouchers
Russia began distributing 10 000 ruble vouchers to its 148 million people to buy stakes in more than 6 000 state owned shops, factories, and firms. The program, key to Yeltsin reforms, faces confusion over use and eligibility as Russians contemplate pooling vouchers or selling them.
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Parliament blocks Czech Slovak breakup plan in federation vote
The federal Parliament defeated a measure allowing rapid separation of the Czech and Slovak republics without a referendum. Premier Klaus and Slovak Prime Minister Meciar faced an unexpected setback as talks moved toward a proposed Czecho-Slovak Union while dissolution of the federation appeared likely.
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Judge voids Iraq loan plea. trial likely for ex-BNL manager
In Atlanta a federal judge threw out a plea agreement by Christopher Dragoul, former Atlanta branch manager of Italy's Banca Nazionale del Lavoro, who faces 347 counts of bank fraud tied to a $5.5 billion loan scheme to Iraq. Dragoul had pleaded guilty to 60 counts but sought withdrawal, claiming scapegoat treatment by top BNL officials.
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