Donovan cleared in secret probe into kickback allegations
Report says former Labor secretary Raymond Donovan was cleared in a confidential inquiry into alleged kickbacks tied to Schiavone Construction and a 55 000 cash contribution for Raymond Bateman's New Jersey gubernatorial bid. Independent counsel Silverman found some evidence for indictment but unlikely conviction. federal grand jury reached same conclusion.
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Deng Xiaoping Gives Up Central Committee Post
China's senior leader Deng Xiaoping will not sit on the new Central Committee or its Standing Committee. He is expected to remain chairman of the Central Military Commission and stay influential behind the scenes while ceding formal posts as the party moves toward collective leadership under Zhao Ziyang as acting general secretary.
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Near collision forces United jet off Chicago runway
United Flight 973 carrying 96 passengers and six crew from Chicago to Omaha avoided a commuter Air Wisconsin F27 by less than 75 feet after a garbled clearance. United spokesman Matthew Gonring said FAA and airline are investigating. the incident involved an abrupt takeoff maneuver and no prior warning of landing traffic.
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Dear Abby Mom opposes war toys for kids
A reader asks how to tell the parents of kindergarten guests not to bring war toys or camouflage outfits to a upcoming sixth birthday party. Abby advises calling the moms directly to set expectations while avoiding hurt feelings and notes a prior whistling reader response with real consequences.
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Veto blocks African sanctions at United Nations
Ten years ago the United States Britain and France vetoed three African resolutions in the United Nations Security Council. The measures would have imposed economic sanctions and other strict actions against South Africa.
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