U.S. pauses Iraq air strike plans and troop buildup
Washington and Kuwait reached a partial accord allowing 3,000 additional U.S. troops on Kuwaiti soil while the White House delays further air attacks and broader troop deployments to reassess Iraqi actions. Gen. John Shalikashvili said Iraq's responses were mixed but compliance with key U.S. demands appeared to hold for now. Senior officials noted the pause in hostilities could extend several days as criteria are evaluated.
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Last of Ochoa brothers freed from Medellin cartel case
Fabio Ochoa, 39, the final of three brothers jailed for leading roles in the Medellin cartel, was released from Itaqui jail after serving 69 months of an eight and a half year sentence for drug trafficking. His brothers had been freed earlier, sparking U.S. concerns over Colombia's lenient approach to extradition.
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Bishop Wright resigns after disappearance with parishioner
The Right Rev Roderick Wright Bishop of Argyll and the Isles announced his resignation after disappearing with Kathleen Macphee a Fort William parishioner. He asked for forgiveness from clerics and family and said he is physically and spiritually unable to sustain diocesan duties.
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IBM to offer buyouts as it trims up to 5000 jobs
IBM plans 3000 to 5000 voluntary exits or transfers to reduce staff not directly tied to sales. Lawyers marketing PR and corporate staff are targeted under a plan that could be presented to workers soon. IBM has reduced headcount from about 400,000 in 1986 to around 230,000 amid a industry slowdown.
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Local photo reprint service for The Gazette
You can purchase reprints of local photographs published in The Gazette. Call 398-8322 for details.
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Wall display travels on as veterans mourn and heal
Devitt’s Vietnam War memorial wall moved from Cedar Rapids to Muscatine for a week after drawing up to 40 000 visitors. The Cedar Rapids exhibit drew 3 000 at Saturday’s memorial service and included 851 Iowa veterans killed in action. Curt Van Gorp of the Vietnam Veterans of America said the response was tremendous and healing despite tears. A quote from Max Cleland underscored the lasting impact of war on survivors.
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Iowa City Police Plan Policy Change and Alarm Upgrades
Iowa City officials outline policy changes for police entry during burglaries and urge businesses to update emergency notification cards. Officers will enter only with clear demonstrable evidence, while the department considers using trained dogs to aid building searches within two months. Funding may come from the general fund or other sources.
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