Major Scandal Brewing In Laos, Sources Claim
Diplomatic sources say a major scandal is brewing in Laos over illegal logging and a faulty tin valuation plan. The scheme allegedly deprives Laos of foreign exchange, costing about 5 million yearly, with potential to double earnings if stopped and valuing schemes improved. Donor nations could trim aid by about 20 percent if Laos gains balance.
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Associated Press
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Timber losses rival Laos forest collapse in border area
Timber flows from Laos into Thailand are described as rampant with teak and hardwood removed from northwest Laos near Houei Sai. Officials note barren hills, while cross border trade continues. Analysts warn Laos loses foreign exchange and timber profits flow to Thai businessmen, complicating Lao recovery plans under Pathet Lao influence.
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Eight Killed In Artesia Track Car Collision
A Friday night head on crash on U.S. 285 north of Artesia left eight dead including three children and four more injured. The two vehicles involved were a southbound car carrying the victims and a northbound two-and-a-half ton truck driven by Jerry Davis. State police labeled the scene one of the most gruesome accidents seen in 15 years.
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Laura Jo Watkins Hides Over Prince Charles Spotlight
Laura Jo Watkins, a 20 year old California woman and daughter of an admiral, has gone into hiding amid publicity over her friendship with Prince Charles. She left the U.S. ambassador’s residence and may cut her visit short, missing the Trooping of the Colors ceremony and a ball she flew 6,000 miles to attend.
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Dixon Memo Series Reveals Impeachment Evidence Highlights
Judiciary Committee staff lawyer William P. Dixon prepared 14 memos analyzing impeachment evidence for Democratic members amid 30 looseleaf books. A leak traced to a staff aide provoked Rodine, prompting tightened security before potential open hearings.
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Cost of Living Variations Across U S Cities
The article compares living costs to the national average. Boston tops the chart at 118 percent of the national norm, while Southern towns with populations around 2,500 to 5,000 average 85 percent. Cedar Rapids and the Seattle Everett area align with the national average.
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North Carolina And South Carolina Area Forecasts Show Cloudy Warmer Weekend
Weather outlook covers NC and SC with coastal and mountain regions. Sunday to Monday bring mostly cloudy skies with scattered showers and thunder showers. Temperatures range from mid 80s on the coast to mid 70s in the mountains, with varying rain chances and light to moderate winds.
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Military Jet Crashes Near Sylva in North Carolina
A military jet crashed on a hillside off U S 441 near Sylva. The Jackson County Sheriff's Department said a body believed to be the pilot was found at the scene. Air Force personnel were en route to the scene about 50 miles west of Asheville.
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Panovs Arrive In Israel and Automatically Become Citizens
Russian ballet dancer Valery Panov and his wife Galina arrived in Tel Aviv as immigrants and were automatically declared Israeli citizens under the law of return. Panov, 35, said he felt at home, while Galina, 25, revealed a miscarriage before departure. They left the Soviet Union after a 26 month exit struggle and were greeted by Israeli officials and Bat Dor officials who invited Panov to join their troupe.
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Nixon Assad meet in Damascus on peace, security talks
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