Death sentences in Guatemala war crimes case
In Baja Verapaz a court convicted three former pro government fighters for the 1982 Rio Negro massacre. They were found guilty of executing three of 130 civilians amid Guatemala's six year civil war that left about 150000 dead. The men were part of civilian defense patrols.
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Quebec separatists win big in election and push for referendum
Quebec premier Lucien Bouchard leads Parti Quebecois to a projected 78 of 125 seats while separatists win about 44 percent of the vote amid a 80 percent reporting. Liberals hold about 46 seats as voters head toward another independence vote. Archbishop Desmond Tutu calls for increased AIDS funding and action on World AIDS Day.
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Reno Delays Decision On Ickes Independent Counsel Probe
Attorney General Janet Reno postponed any ruling on appointing an independent counsel to probe former White House deputy chief of staff Harold Ickes over alleged perjury on Teamsters aid. A special court granted up to 60 more days for review, amid internal debate among aides and calls for outside prosecution. Senator Specter criticized the delay as prolonged and questioned the justification.
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GOP expands investigation into campaign
Republicans on the House impeachment panel moved to subpoena FBI Director Louis Freeh and a federal prosecutor to obtain secret memos on alleged fund raising irregularities in Clinton's 1996 campaign. The panel seeks deposition questions and memos while pursuing potential articles of impeachment before Christmas.
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Pinochet may leave London hospital as extradition decision looms
Pinochet no longer needs special medical care at Grovelands Priory in London and advisers must find alternative accommodation. Britain will decide by December 11 whether extradition proceedings to Spain begin. Foreign Minister Insulza warns Spain climate could affect impartial judicial process while Pinochet plans possible move to Wentworth estate in Surrey.
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Ellen DeGeneres opens up on low mood after show cancellation
Ellen DeGeneres describes a deep low mood after ABC canceled her sitcom Ellen. She says losing her show and being attacked because she was gay led to personal and professional strain while she pursues film roles. Anne Heche co-stars in upcoming projects.
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