Sinn Fein chief eyes talks with Britain within two weeks
Gerry Adams said he hopes top level talks with Britain start within two weeks of returning to Northern Ireland. He praised President Clinton for pushing peace and urged removal of all guns from Irish politics.
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Helms Says Aid Seekers Should Buy U.S. Goods
Sen. Jesse Helms told about 50 journalists at the North Carolina Editorial Writers Conference that countries seeking U.S. aid should first buy U.S. experts and products. He has met with roughly 20 heads of state since becoming Foreign Relations chair in January, noting they seemed receptive to the idea and urging reciprocity for U.S. aid actions.
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National and World News Hotline Updates Listed
Public notice announces 24 hour updates for national and world news via J W Access. Call 865 5000 for latest breaking coverage and select options 6705 for national news or 6700 for world news. Station urges listeners to stay informed through the service.
Brazil weighs decriminalizing marijuana amid drug law revamp
Brazil debates ending jail terms for cannabis use and possession with mandatory treatment for users while trafficking remains illegal. Congress to vote by July. Attorney General Nelson Jobim advocates the change saying users should be helped not jailed. Under current law 20 grams can trigger 2 to 3 years imprisonment, trafficking 3 to 15 years.
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Brazil debates decriminalizing marijuana across society
Three South American nations already have systems like Jobim proposed while Colombia and Peru tolerate small amounts. In Brazil, public debate intensifies as Veja and TV networks discuss decriminalization. Clergy and officials urge treatment, while locals on Ipanema Beach light up unbothered. Police and activists point to economics, farming, and cocaine violence as broader issues. President Cardoso has not decided, but his past admission of marijuana use colors expectations.
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Rotten Sneaker Contest Stinks Up Montpelier
Contestants from across the country display old shoes with peeling soles frayed laces and strong odors at the 20th annual rotten sneaker contest in Montpelier Vermont. Judges sniff and judge as eight year old Ivy LeGrand and eight year old Michael Moore compete for the grand prize of a $500 savings bond trophy new sneakers and Odor Eaters sponsorship.
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Teen cybercop keeps games off high school computers
Ben Mowery a 15 year old student at Altholton High acts as a computer cop protecting 33 IBM machines. He runs a program to block games and after classmates crack the password and steal the security disk he rebuilds the system each time. His teacher notes the challenge drives ongoing improvement.
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Lawrence forecast and lake conditions briefing
Saturday's highs near 70s with overnight low 47, record highs noted at 85 in 1934 and 10 in 1914. Precip none for month to date 0.80 inches, year to date 2.63. Clinton Lake temp 41 level 876.5 normal 875.5. Perry Lake temp 47 level 892.64 normal 891.5. Road access numbers listed for journal access and weather outlook predicts 30 percent late storms, high 75 to 80, tonight 40s, Monday 60s.
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