Freed Americans recount captivity and homecoming
About 30 Americans released from Cuban jails describe harsh conditions and meager rations. They accuse Cuban authorities of harassment and say the U.S. jail system compares favorably. Several prisoners faced hijacking charges, and others remain detained or held as parole violators.
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Brain tumor study links Texas refineries to higher death rate
An expanded National Cancer Institute study led by Terry Thomas and Richard Waxweiler confirms an apparent rise in brain tumor deaths among workers at three Texas oil refineries. The work, presented at a New York conference, echoes prior reports and faces debate over statistical significance.
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World Arrests Follow Terror Attack in Manila
Defense Minister Juan Ponce Enrile said more than 20 people have been arrested in connection with bombings at a U S travel agents convention in Manila that killed an American tourist and wounded 20 others. He noted police have sealed exit points and expect to arrest all suspects soon. The 50th anniversary convention of the American Society of Travel Agents was held October 19.
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GSA
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Texas
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Colo
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D.C
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Manila
Philippines
U.S
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Enrile
Senate panel to question editor on Billy Carter Libyan deals
After a 20 month probe the Senate subcommittee will question Michael Ledeen executive editor of the Washington Quarterly about Billy Carter and alleged meetings with Yasser Arafat and a $50 000 payment from Libya Ledeen says records do not show those dealings Billy Carter denies the new charges and says earlier investigations were incomplete The panel formed after Billy Carter admitted a Libyan loan of 220 000 dollars and protested as a Libyan agent The article cites witnesses and statements from Ledeen and Arnaud de Borchgrave.
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Richard Gardner
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Polygraph expert finalizes Montgomery murder defense claim
McKinney Texas polygraph expert testified Candace Montgomery told the truth about not intending to kill Betty Gore after an affair with Allan Gore. Montgomery was ruled mentally fit for trial amid fresh psychiatric competency exams. The jurors heard that she allegedly struck Gore 41 times with an ax on June 13 as Gore allegedly attacked first.
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