Endeavour Lifts Space Station To Higher Orbit
Endeavour crew fires shuttle thrusters to raise the International Space Station about 248 miles, five percent higher than previous orbit. The seven story, 35 ton stack quivered in cargo bay as wings flexed and thrusters nudged the craft upward for a 20 minute burn. Astronauts watch closely, spacing pulses to minimize stress during the boost.
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Gotti Jr. hit with extortion and mail fraud charges
Federal prosecutors file extortion and mail fraud counts against John A. Gotti Jr. at 34, alleging threats to drop a topless club lawsuit in 1995 and income fraud on refinancing loans in 1996 and 1997. Prosecutors criticize the case as weak as Gotti faces broader racketeering and other counts in ongoing proceedings.
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Social Security reform debate hinges on methods not principles
Washington panel discussed Clinton guiding principles for Social Security reform while debate centered on personal savings accounts. GOP leader Santorum backed options, Gephardt urged caution as experts and 250 guests examined private market options and Chilean experience.
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Philadelphia crime stats in doubt after tampering claims
Philadelphia police allegedly downgraded assaults rapes and robberies to “hospital cases” threats and investigate persons a practice that skewed national crime figures. Timoney uncovered nearly 10 percent of major crimes tampered with prompting withdrawals of several years data and a Justice Department probe.
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TV reporter accuses police lies in Miami murder case
A Miami woman convicted of hiring three men to kill her rich husband seeks a new trial after WPLG reporter claims a now-retired detective said the key witness lied. The reporter argues police doubted the guilt due to lack of evidence, while prosecutors call the statements hearsay and unproven. District attorneys say the case rested on strong evidence.
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McCartney to chat online with fans next week
Paul McCartney will hold a live chat with fans on December 17, featuring the premiere of Linda McCartney songs videos and new photos. The former Beatle aims to go direct to fans with no interviewer, under spokesman Geoff Baker’s note that he is excited yet nervous.
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Notable alumni gifts and celebrity notes gather in brief
Wallace and O'Brien each donate 10000 to a school enhancement fund. Dukakis declines but confirms support. Esquire singles Linda Tripp as Woman of the Year. Bruce Springsteen to lead E Street Band on a world tour next summer, first since 1988. Santa quotes from December InStyle features spark humorous wish lists from Ricci, Dick, Gish and others.
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Phil Wilke compiled wire reports update
Phil Wilke compiles a roundup of wire reports highlighting notable events and developments across regions. The brief dispatch notes key facts, names, dates, and places drawn from multiple sources without embellishment.
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