Airman thought dead in bombing found alive
In a Saudi bombing misID, Senior Airman Paul A. Blais was listed as missing and dead. He survived, though gravely injured, after family members learned he was foremost among those misidentified as Lester, 19, of Pineville, West Virginia, who died. Blais faces brain injury risk but is expected to recover. he will be moved to Walter Reed for further care as relatives cope with the Lesters’ loss.
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Settlement OK'd in GM pickup gas tank suits
A Louisiana judge preliminarily approved a 5 billion settlement for lawsuits over GM pickups with side mounted gas tanks. Up to 5 million owners may get 1000 dollars each toward another GM vehicle, with final approval set for November 6. The deals cover 1973 to 1987 C K model pickups.
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General Motors
Jack T. Marionneaux
White House probed usher background check early
FBI testimony reveals Dec 17 1993 request for Christopher B. Emery IRS records despite claim no background check due for three years. Emery says he learned of the probe after a prior check and signed a waiver. he was fired ten weeks later amid a purge allegation. Sculimbrene warned staff feared for their jobs as a broader residence staff purge loomed.
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Cheating Runs Rampant at Cambodia High School Exams
In Phnom Penh a surge of cheating plagued the three day high school entrance tests as hundreds scaled walls passed notes and shouted through bullhorns. Police bribes and market for mock tests including Toto Bookstore thrived while education officials weighed discarding results.
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Steroids boost muscle mass without increasing anger
A controlled study shows testosterone enanthate raises arm and leg muscles and strength in healthy men. Over 10 weeks, participants gained about 13 pounds of muscle and bench press power rose by 48 pounds. No rise in anger or aggression was found, even among those on steroids who exercised. The research notes potential benefits for patients with muscle wasting, but cautions against athletic steroid use.
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Shalender Bhasin
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New England Journal of Medicine
Magic Johnson expands theater empire with New York plans
Basketball star turned movie theater mogul eyeing two 12 screen venues in Harlem and Queens by late 1997 as part of Magic Johnson Theaters growth. Existing 12 screen Los Angeles venue remains one of the highest grossing. Kenneth Lombard cites a mission to bring high quality entertainment to underserved communities.
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