Nunn warns cuts endangering soldiers in service
Senator Sam Nunn, chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, told reservists in Hanover Township, Pennsylvania, that defense budget reductions risking lives in the field could require rebuilding forces after unexpected battles. In Miami, Haitian guard Edouard pleaded guilty to a reduced charge in a hijacking and flight interference case, facing 6 to 8 years. In Bastrop Texas, a dog fighting arrest led to five pit bulls being recovered and 24 others detained in an investigation.
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Six hour hostage standoff ends with one dead in Indianapolis
A Denny's manager tried to wrestle a gun from a holdup man triggering a six hour hostage siege. Ron and Tom Mathisen, both armed, held about two dozen people captive before surrendering after police negotiations. Alfred Smith, 71, was killed. Justin Basicker, 5, was shot in the mouth. Steven Johnson and Cecil Williams were wounded. The managers suffered abdomen and leg injuries. The brothers, from Casper, Wyoming, face charges of murder and attempted robbery.
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AMA pushes patient rights bill to curb insurer control
Washington AP AMA seeks a patient and doctor bill of rights to require insurers to disclose covered services and allow a point of service option to see doctors outside plans. Draft talks include provider appeals and transparent network criteria. Insurers argue the proposal masks any willing provider laws.
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China greatest spying threat to U S
DIA officer Nick Eftimiades argues China conducts the most pervasive espionage against the United States and that U S counterintelligence is underprepared. He cites political reluctance to confront Beijing and notes espionage has intensified, despite officials disputing that policy limited action. The book contrasts with past Soviet fears and references Ames and Chin Wu-tai cases.
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Registration upheld as House rejects end to draft
The House defeated a move to end draft registration and approved penalties on colleges that bar military recruiters over the ban on gays. The 273-125 vote, part of a $262.7 billion defense bill for FY 1995, aims to keep the draft system intact while threatening campus contracts.
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