Professionals Vie for Christmas Shoplifting in Los Angeles
Los Angeles police describe well organized foreign bands as the main drivers of a $200,000 yearly shoplifting trade during the holidays. They note juveniles predominate among amateurs while professionals target expensive items and use center shopping areas to evade security.
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United States and Soviet Debate Over Anti-Ballistic Missile Moratorium
American officials signaled tentative talks with the Soviet Union on avoiding an expansive anti-ballistic missile race. Moscow reportedly tests missiles near key cities while China tests a warhead tipped missile, prompting high level warnings about the cost and arms race risks. Officials note Geneva talks on freezes and fissionable materials, with no clear outcome, and plan further discussions with NATO allies next year. Nike-X research has cost over 2 billion dollars.
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