Beirut Hotel District Falls Under Lebanese Army Drive
Lebanese army troops seized much of Beirut's seaside hotel district from leftist Moslem militias during the night the first major intervention in eight months of civil war. Government forces moved in with tanks and armored vehicles taking control of the Holiday Inn Phoenicia Intercontinental and St George's area while clashes continued. Police reported at least 24 killed in Beirut and suburbs with 63 wounded, plus additional deaths in Tripoli. Kamal Junblatt accused Premier Rashid Karami of permitting army action to aid Phalange forces, while the Baath party and other factions voiced support for Karami.
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First sun eases chill as windy week continues
The sun appeared today but cold winds persisted through the start of the week. Weathermen forecast warmer conditions by Thursday for the High Point area, with today partly cloudy and winds increasing later.
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Cold Tonight and Warmer Thursday Forecast
The forecast calls for clear and cold tonight then sunny and warmer Thursday. Daytime highs reach the 40s today with overnight lows in the 20s. Thursday highs are expected in the upper 40s to lower 50s with near zero precipitation per the National Weather Service.
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North Carolina and South Carolina Day Forecast Summary
North Carolina shows variable cloudiness with scattered snow flurries in the mountains this morning and windy, mild conditions today. Highs range from 30s mountains to 50s along the coast with clear cold nights. Thursday should be sunny and warmer. South Carolina stays mostly sunny and cool with highs near 49 to 50 and clear cold nights. Friday to Sunday outlook calls for a chance of showers Friday in NC and fair Sunday, with interior highs in the 30s to 49.
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Raleigh officers distribute bumper stickers over pay and conditions
Raleigh police officers association began printing 1200 bumper stickers saying 200 TEMPERATURES Raleigh Cops Can't Be Wrong. They planned billboards with Welcome to Raleigh but the sign company refused due to controversy. The drive comes two weeks before a St Petersburg consulting firm reports on the department to the City Council.
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