Mechanical failure cited as likely cause of TWA 800 crash
FBI Director Freeh and James Karlstrom say evidence points to catastrophic mechanical failure rather than a terrorist attack in the July 1996 TWA 800 disaster off Long Island. Final report aimed for mid to late summer. investigation also covers Chinese campaign contributions and Davidians aftermath.
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AT&T customers eye lower long distance rates
FCC Chairman Reed Hundt announced a five year plan with AT&T that is expected to yield about 30 billion dollars in long distance rate cuts for consumers. He called it the biggest rate reduction since the AT&T breakup and noted benefits for households with multiple phone lines as computer use grows.
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GOP lawmakers threaten contempt over fund-raiser documents
House Republicans warned of contempt citations if the White House withholds documents tied to their fund-raising probe. Rep. Dan Burton said the materials are crucial and hinted at court action if a contempt ruling is needed. The inquiry covers John Huang, James Riady, and Webster Hubbell amid White House privilege objections.
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Leaders push entitlement reform after balanced budget deal
White House officials and Republicans urge bipartisan action to secure long term solvency for Social Security and Medicare. The deal includes Medicare savings, Medicaid cuts, net tax cuts and a $350 billion deficit reduction plan over five years, while critics warn overreliance on favorable economic assumptions.
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