Sharon vows Jerusalem stay in Israeli hands after win
Ariel Sharon pledged at the Western Wall that Jerusalem will remain under Israeli control. He spoke after defeating Ehud Barak, signaling a pragmatic approach to future concessions. His aides said he could pursue limited West Bank compromises and dismantle some settlements.
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Aristide Reinstated As Haiti President In Elaborate Inauguration
Haiti’s Jean Bertrand Aristide was sworn in for a second term in a ceremony marked by white dresses and doves on the presidential lawn. He pledged an economic turnaround and a brighter future while urging opposition compromise amid rivals forming a provisional presidency. He called himself president of all Haitians.
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Ecuador Indians and government reach protest settlement
Indian leaders met Ecuador's president and agreed to end violent protests over bus fare hikes and fuel subsidy cuts. About 4,000 Indians occupied Salesiana Polytechnic University in Quito for over a week, as the government froze gasoline prices for a year and reduced a 30 pound tank cost by 40 cents to 1.60. Cheaper public transport fares were also promised for children students and the elderly.
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Senate OKs UN dues payments to United Nations
The Senate voted 99 to 0 to release 582 million dollars in U.N. dues as part of a Helms led plan to reduce the U.S. share of U.N. operating and peacekeeping costs. Helms praised reforms while the House awaits final approval.
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States graded on child safety in vehicle use
Washington report shows most states lack strong laws to shield children in cars. A National Safe Kids Campaign survey of all 50 states and D C yields widespread unrestrained rear seat travel and incorrect restraint use. Twenty four states earn an F and 18 plus D C earn a D.
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Grade card reveals state scores from National Safe Kids Campaign
A list ranks states by points earned in a coalition effort, with California leading at 94 points and New Jersey last among those shown at 24.32. The table assigns letter grades from A to F, with most states in the C to F range, reflecting varying safety outcomes across the states and District of Columbia.
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