IMF and Clinton Officials Move to Stabilize Indonesian Bailout
Monetary officials from the Clinton administration and the IMF are dispatched to Indonesia to salvage a faltering bailout as Indonesia’s currency hits a record low. President Clinton spoke by phone with Indonesian President Suharto from Air Force One, stressing that the IMF program must be followed.
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Washington term limits struck down by state supreme court
Washington state high court invalidated term limit provisions in a 6 to 2 decision. Justices said term limits are a political policy choice for voters, reinforcing that constitutional amendments govern such changes. The ruling follows a 1992 ballot initiative approving term limits for state offices.
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Storms ravage Northeast and South across wide storm system
An ice storm glazing roads and snapping limbs knocked out power to millions in the Northeast and Canada, while heavy rain and floods battered the South. At least 16 people died, with five in one Tennessee county and many other fatalities in Alabama Kentucky and Canada. Power outages reached hundreds of thousands in Maine and New York with millions affected nationwide. Rescue operations, evacuations, and state emergencies followed as the storm waned, helped by helicopters and continued forecasts.
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Widow Mary Bono Prays At Sonny Bono Vigil In Palm Springs
Fans and friends mourn Sonny Bono as his widow Mary Bono visits the St. Theresa Church vigil before his funeral in Palm Springs California. The 62 year old entertainer and politician died after a skiing accident. Mourners arrive from hours away to honor Bono and share memories of his music and TV career with Cher.
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Reno defends FBI tactics in OKC bombing probe
In Washington Attorney General Janet Reno backed the FBI methods used in the Oklahoma City bombing investigation, saying 30 000 witnesses were interviewed and leads pursued under proper standards even as juror criticisms surfaced. Defense attorney Woods noted FBI interview policy, while experts discussed recording interviews to aid juror evaluation.
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Tarantino's mother reveals his childhood writing habit
Connie Zastoupil recalls Quentin Tarantino as a boy who killed her in stories to express love. The interview notes his fascination with gore and his stubborn pride, while other items cover Liddy suing over a radio claim and Eddie Fisher promising a tell-all about Elizabeth Taylor.
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Phil Wilke Wire Reports Compilation
A compact overview of wire service summaries compiled by Phil Wilke, presenting concise updates from various bureaus. The note signals a roundup of brief items across politics, sports, and events gathered for quick reader skimming.
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