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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1998
Page
1
U S fire experts work with Mexican officials in Oaxaca to coordinate response to a spate of wildfires. They assess which fires to tackle first and what resources are needed as smoke crosses into Texas. The article notes planning and cross border cooperation.
Birch Telecom expands into Lawrence offering local and long distance service with Internet capabilities. The move positions Birch as a competitor to Southwestern Bell Telephone Co. See story on page 1D for details.
Washington government lawyers led by the Justice Department and 20 state attorneys general filed two broad antitrust suits against Microsoft Corp. The action accuses Microsoft of illegal practices to preserve its Windows monopoly and hinder rivals. Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates disputed the claims from Redmond, asserting the cases attack innovation.
Kansas joins Minnesota New Mexico New York North Carolina Ohio South Carolina Utah West Virginia Wisconsin and the District of Columbia in a multi state suit. The filing marks a coordinated legal challenge across several jurisdictions.
Douglas County judge orders eight ward youths to be moved from Kaw Valley Center group homes amid overcrowding and abuse concerns. The May 14 ruling, made public May 19, directs SRS Secretary Rochelle Chronister to relocate within 30 days. identities remain confidential.
New York endures Godzilla invasions as Hollywood films depict giant creatures stomping through the city. Officials weigh the city as a dramatic on-screen co star while industry leaders cite entertainment and lessons about nature reacting to mankind.
The Supreme Court refused to strike down the FAA rule forcing pilots to retire at 60, rejecting claims of age discrimination. The decision cites safety concerns, arguing older pilots may face health or cognitive risks, despite challenges from Reiners, Shaw, and the Professional Pilots Federation.
The court ruled 6 to 3 that state licensed public broadcasters may exclude fringe candidates from debates. They must use viewpoint neutral standards and may not discriminate by views. An Arkansas TV channel excluded Ralph Forbes from a 1992 congressional debate citing insufficient strong support.
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