Fossett First to Cross South Atlantic by Balloon
Steve Fossett reached the south Atlantic crossing in the Solo Spirit, flying about 65 miles south of Cape Town as he neared the 6,000 mile mark in his bid to circle the globe. The 54 year old Chicago businessman departed western Argentina Friday on his fourth attempt, with winds aiding the mission from control at Washington University in St. Louis.
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Moravians elect first female bishop in Pennsylvania
The Moravian Church in the Northern Province elected Rev. Dr. Kay Ward of Bethlehem as bishop at a synod held at Moravian College. Ward is among three bishops chosen, part of a nine-bishop province spanning 14 states plus DC and two Canadian provinces. The 56 year old called it a real celebration.
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Clinton ally Thomason testifies on Lewinsky affair damage control
Prosecutors questioned Hollywood producer Harry Thomason and White House lawyer Cheryl Mills before a grand jury in Washington about early damage control in the Lewinsky controversy. Thomason said he provided general political input to Hillary Clinton and advised a firmer presidential statement, but did not discuss specifics with the president. Mills testified for a couple of hours as part of the broader grand jury probe, with others including Lanny Breuer and Bruce Lindsey also appearing. Secret Service personnel have testified, totaling at least 14 so far.
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Court mulls decision on young defendants in Chicago
Prosecutors charge two boys aged 7 and 8 with murdering 11 year old Ryan Harris by suffocation after a rock attack. Judges order psychological evaluation at Cook County Juvenile Justice Bureau to assess danger as hospital custody extends while awaiting trial. If not a threat, boys may return home pending proceedings.
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Court bars using student fees for opposed groups at UW Madison
A federal appeals court ruled that University of Wisconsin Madison may not use mandatory student activity fees to fund political or ideological groups that students oppose. The 7th Circuit upheld a 1996 decision, finding the policy violates students First Amendment rights and should be revised by the university.
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Avengers nix critics and stars clash with schedules
The Avengers remake starring Ralph Fiennes and Uma Thurman faces no early reviews as Warner Bros withholds screeners. Studio officials cite allowing press and audience discovery, while reports of tinkering with special effects surface amid star scheduling conflicts. Also in entertainment, Daily Show host Jon Stewart named, Late Show host change discussed, and Charlie Sheen probation extended with rehab focus.
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