Republicans regain upper hand in battle for aid
Washington AP report. Facing a looming vote on Nicaragua aid, President Reagan and Republicans seized momentum as House Democrats reversed a prior aid plan. The reversal, plus Ortega’s Moscow trip seeking emergency aid, hurt Democrats and strengthened GOP calls for support to the contras.
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Brazil restores direct presidential elections after 21 years
Congresso unanimously amends the constitution to restore direct presidential voting after a long military rule. The measure, backed by President Jose Sarney, allows illiterates to vote, legalizes clandestine parties, and sets November 15 for elections of state capital mayors.
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Murdoch Will Not Seek Waiver On Cross Ownership
Publisher Rupert Murdoch will not apply for a waiver of cross ownership rules as he buys Metromedia television stations. spokesman Howard J. Rubenstein said several inquiries about the Chicago Sun-Times and New York Post surfaced, while Murdoch evaluates potential sales to comply with FCC limits in New York and Chicago.
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Mexican inflation climbs again as April prices rise 3.1 percent
Mexico City AP report shows April consumer prices up 3.1 percent, pushing first four months inflation to 19.8 percent and keeping 1985 targets in doubt. Food, furniture and clothing led gains, while transportation and education rose modestly. The peso devaluation as a response to inflation also broadens trade impact.
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