Designers honor Gianni Versace at Milan show
In Milan the fashion world pays tribute to Gianni Versace at his label's first showing since his 1997 slaying. Donatella receives standing ovation as Armani and other designers attend. Madonna and Boy George provided music. the event closes Italy's spring-summer 1998 fashion week.
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Clinton urges women’s rights at Latin Americas conference
Hillary Rodham Clinton urged Americas nations to empower women to protect their rights as citizens. Speaking at a conference of Latin American first ladies, she said democracies must give women more power to ensure thriving governance and human rights.
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Low reservoir cuts power in Tanzania
Tanzania will experience prolonged blackouts as a major reservoir remains low. About 30 million residents will face 18 hours without power per day for five days a week until rainfall boosts hydro capacity. Government offices banks embassies and hotels will keep power.
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Norway Shows Surplus Boom Alters Daily Life
Norway posted a budget surplus after paying off debt in 1994 and balancing the 1995 budget. The welfare state remains extensive with free health care, cheap university education, and long maternity leave. The era of belt tightening gives way to broad social benefits and generous subsidies across society.
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Dario Fo Wins Nobel Prize for Literature in 1997
Italian playwright Dario Fo wins the Nobel Prize for Literature, surprising critics and earning praise as a modern court jester. Fo faced previous bans, Vatican disapproval, and US travel bans, while his wife Franca Rame notes the humiliation he endured and the prize’s repayment.
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