Magellan’s Venus descent ends four year mapping mission
Magellan roared into Venus atmosphere for a final aerodynamics study as it descends. NASA scientists began thruster firings at 7 21 a m to guide the probe through acid clouds and plan a slow dive ending the 900 million dollar mission.
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Endeavour Lands at Mojave Desert Air Base
Space shuttle Endeavour with six astronauts landed in the Mojave Desert near Edwards Air Force Base California after thick clouds in Florida prompted the quieter California touchdown.
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Court strikes down Amendment 2 anti gay rights measure
Colorado’s Supreme Court ruled Amendment 2 unconstitutional, saying it deprives homosexuals of equal voice in government. Chief Justice Rovira noted it singles out discrimination and blocks normal political remedies. Attorney General Norton said she will appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.
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U S Forces Enter Haitian National Palace In Transition
Hundreds of American soldiers moved into the National Palace in Port-au-Prince to dismantle the military backed administration and clear out employees of Raoul Cedras era rule. Aristide officials prepared to resume offices as U S troops secured the scene and ensured a peaceful handover.
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Israel halts talks as Gaza siege begins after soldier kidnap
Israel suspended peace negotiations with the Palestinians and sealed the Gaza Strip after Hamas kidnapped Cpl. Nachshon Waxman and threatened his death. Prime Minister Rabin pressed Yasser Arafat to crack down on militants, while Arafat condemned the kidnapping.
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