Pentagon says U S military ready for Y2K turnover
The Pentagon announced the U S military is prepared for a trouble free Y2K rollover on December 31 after a 3.6 billion overhaul of more than 7 600 computer systems that run payrolls and nuclear weapons Officials said Russia would avoid Y2K errors thanks to 10 million in U S aid and that its early warning systems would not mis detect a U S attack The Pentagon controls about a quarter of federal government computers and began zeroing in on potential failures 18 months ago to fix year field read errors at midnight January 1
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West Virginia board rejects creation story teaching ban lift
Kanawha County officials voted 4 1 against a proposal to allow teachers to challenge evolution in class, despite four hours of speeches by 72 supporters who said the aim was to present alternative views rather than promote religion. Betty Jarvis introduced the measure hoping for a broader debate alignment. Mattel agrees to ship toys to settle a 1997 antitrust suit, amid state concerns over gift quality in holiday aid.
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Lewinsky testifies in Tripp hearing amid tense cross examination
Monica Lewinsky testified for over 80 minutes in Ellicott City about telephone talks with Linda Tripp on December 22, 1997. Prosecutors seek to limit evidence tainted by Kenneth Starr's inquiry while Tripp faces state felony charges for illegally taping and disclosing the conversations.
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Hate groups plan defensive stance as year 2000 dawns
Aryan Nations and World Church of the Creator leaders say they will stay on their properties with loaded firearms to guard against looters and harm. Officials warn lone actors could trigger violence around New Year’s Eve outages. Spokane police cite dangers of misreading power failures as a race war or alien invasion.
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Internet threat cancels Columbine classes and exams
Columbine High School canceled classes and delayed final exams after a threat posted in an AOL chat room by an outside sender warned a student not to attend. Authorities swept the building, found no immediate danger, and plans for makeup exams were set for January.
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Turner to star in The Graduate London debut next spring
Kathleen Turner will play Mrs Robinson in a London production of The Graduate opening April 5 at the Gielgud Theatre starring Turner with Matthew Rhys as Benjamin Braddock. Cannes head Luc Besson to lead festival jury May 10 to 21. Sigourney Weaver honored with Walk of Fame star for roles from Alien to Galaxy Quest. Boy George escapes serious injury after a 62 pound disco ball falls during rehearsal in Bournemouth. he returns to stage later that day.
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Walters and Warner dating reveal on The View
Barbara Walters confirmed publicly on The View that she is dating Sen. John Warner. The pair were teased by cohosts Star Jones Meredith Vieira and Lisa Ling as Warner attended the live audience. Walters called him a longtime friend and the exchange hinted at a budding romance amid a lively panel.
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Local sports wrap reads as compiled by Phil Wilke reports
A compact wire of local coverage compiled by Phil Wilke from pW Wie Report highlights recent sports updates. The item emphasizes community teams, recent results, and upcoming events with a focus on regional athletes and venues.
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