Father of Bluegrass Bill Monroe Dies at 84 in Tennessee
Bill Monroe widely known as the Father of Bluegrass died at 84 in Springfield Tennessee after a stroke. Noted for pioneering a high lonesome style he helped shape country music with the Blue Grass Boys and collaborations with Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs. He sold over 50 million records and performed worldwide including at the White House.
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Barak to challenge Peres for Labor leadership in Israel
In Tel Aviv Ehud Barak announced he will run for Labor Party leader to become prime minister, criticizing Netanyahu for perceived mishandling of Arab issues and economic signs. Across Europe a 12-year-old sued Britain over parental beatings, with Britain defending the case. In Moscow President Yeltsin hunted boar during Kohl's visit, while planning heart surgery.
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Netanyahu pushes dialogue with Syria while rejecting Golan pullout
U S efforts on a Syria talks formula gain momentum as Benjamin Netanyahu seeks resumed negotiations without committing to a Golan Heights withdrawal. President Clinton backs progress while noting tough road ahead amid Syria’s land-for-peace demands and Israel’s security priorities.
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TV ads spark Spain fright over space aliens invasion
In Madrid hundreds phoned switchboards as a Telecinco newscast flashed footage of space aliens hovering over New York. The clips, part of a film promo for Independence Day, caused panic despite a visible on screen warning that it was an advertisement.
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