Firefighters make progress against largest California blaze
Firefighters reported progress against the Tuolumne County blaze as crews built a western fire line in Stanislaus National Forest. About 111,000 acres burned in California with containment around 20 percent. state damage estimated at $314 million. An Anheuser-Busch plant canned 21,000 gallons of water for crews.
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Education rule shifts to measure student achievement for accreditation
The Department of Education will propose rules directing accrediting agencies to require colleges and schools to document student progress toward degrees certificates and job placements. The move, intended to replace inputs like faculty PhDs with outcomes, affects about 9 000 postsecondary schools and all who participate in federal aid programs.
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Kuwait Expels Five Iranian Diplomats Amid Missile Attacks
Kuwait announced the expulsion of five Iranian diplomats amid heightened tensions after long range missiles struck Kuwait. Reports say another missile attack occurred early Saturday with retaliation linked to Iran and Iraq’s war, while Kuwaiti officials and Western diplomats described suspected Silkworm missiles near Failaka Island and fears of broader regional escalation.
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Philippine renegade vows fight against Aquino regime
Renegade Col Gringo Honasan vowed to press his fight against President Aquino, calling her leadership misguided and incapable. Brig Gen Eugenio Ocampo, loyal to Aquino, was killed in a Huey helicopter crash near eastern Luzon as rebel forces regrouped. Honasan condemned the ouster prospects while a rapid defense response sought details.
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Secret warranties denied by five automakers in defects report
AP reports the Center for Auto Safety says secret warranties covered at least 30 million cars from 1980 to 1986 for undisclosed defects. GM Ford Chrysler Honda Toyota deny programs, while the center claims defects include tire wear, floor-pan cracks, cracked blocks, transmission issues, peeling paint, water leaks, and steering failures across multiple models and years.
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Libertarian Nominee Ken Paul Wins 1988 Presidential Bid
Paul, a Houston obstetrician and editor, secured the Libertarian presidential nomination on the first ballot after spending about 230000. He vows to promote a strong Libertarian message nationwide, while Russell Means exits as a candidate and pledges future party support without ongoing national involvement. Means, a Sioux activist linked to the Wounded Knee uprising, drew rallies before bowing out.
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