NASA names new boss search after Truly resignation
Washington reports President Bush accepting the forced resignation of Richard Truly as NASA administrator. Truly says he was asked to leave. Bush praises his leadership after the Challenger return to flight. A search for a successor begins as Truly remains until April 1.
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Russia Pushes for Unified CIS Forces in Defense Talks
Moscow signals commitment to a shared armed force for the Commonwealth of Independent States while noting Russia could form its own army from former Soviet troops. Foreign Ministry spokesman Vitaly Churkin said a unified force is preferred, but factional splits over military policy hinder agreement. He warned division could affect arms reduction treaty implementation, though focus remains on nuclear arsenal concerns.
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AP Corrects AIDS Infection Figures in United States
AP reports corrected AIDS statistics noting that the World Health Organization did not forecast 1 million U.S. HIV infections this year. The UN agency estimates about 1 million HIV infections have occurred in the United States since the early 1980s.
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Cabbie pays mugger after garage attack rails for funds
San Francisco cabbie Holden Hollom was ordered to pay 24,595 to mugger Ocie McClure who he pinned against a wall with his taxi after a May 1989 robbery. Supporters, including KGO host Ronn Owens, raised over 25,000 at an Italian restaurant where Bob Larive created linguine in garlic anchovy cream sauce. Luxor Cab Co. will cover the fine, with proceeds directed to a victims rights fund.
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California Storm Toll Rises Amid Severe Southern California Floods
Amid days of heavy rain, Southern California faced rising deaths and widespread damage. At least five people died, about 150 homes flooded, and motor homes and cars were swept away. Governor Wilson declared an emergency in Los Angeles and Ventura counties to aid relief efforts.
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Democrats scrap Bush tax plan in House committee clash
In Washington Democrats on the Ways and Means Committee rejected key parts of President Bush's tax plan, signaling a shift to a middle class relief and capital gains tax changes. Rep. Dan Rostenkowski said a Democratic consensus package may include a surtax on millionaires and higher rates for incomes above 100000, funded by wage earner credits. White House spokesman Marlin Fitzwater accused Republicans of political maneuvering and delaying action. Archer and Michel criticized the tactics as committee vote rejected 23 to 13.
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Breakfasts in schools fail to reach many students nationwide
A Food Research and Action Center report says millions of children start the day hungry as most schools do not open breakfast programs, despite grants and subsidies. In 1991 only 48.8 percent of National School Lunch Program schools offered breakfast, with 4.9 million children eating breakfast.
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Weather overview for Douglas County Zone 15 and adjacent zones
Weather summary lists multiple zones with tonight and Friday forecasts. Zone 15 and others show mostly cloudy conditions, a mix of rain chances from 30 to 40 percent, highs from the 40s to 60s, and winds varying by zone. Includes regional notes for Missouri Nebraska Oklahoma Colorado, lake readings, and road condition contacts.
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