Fat substitute could get FDA OK for chips
Virginia report notes olestra, a sugar and vegetable oil fat substitute, passed the FDA test as a potential artery clogging oil alternative. Nutritionists say it is safe overall but note some unpleasant side effects. Advisory panel to debate safety before a formal recommendation to permit sale.
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Senate panel backs victims compensation bill
The Senate Judiciary Committee approved a measure by a near unanimous vote to require criminals in federal cases to compensate victims for financial losses in violent crime fraud and product tampering. Only Sen Paul Simon opposed, citing that about 85 percent of defendants are poor and cannot pay.
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White House travel office prosecution ends in acquittal
Billy Dale, former head of the White House travel office, was acquitted of embezzling 68000 dollars paid by news outlets for presidential trips. The verdict ends a case that revived scrutiny of the Clinton administration after Dale and six others were fired amid corruption hints in May 1993. Republicans signaled continued investigations, while Justice Department officials said career lawyers pursued the case across administrations.
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Talk show disclosures surge on American TV
Washington study analyzes 200 videotapes and transcripts showing hosts average 16 ambush disclosures per hour. Geraldo Rivera led in criminal disclosures with seven hourly instances, Jenny Jones tops in sex secrets, and Sally Jessy Raphael caused the most guest tears with six abuse disclosures per show.
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Okla bomb suspect will not plead insanity
Tim McVeigh will not use an insanity defense at the April 19 bombing trial. Attorneys said psychiatrists have not finished all tests but see no mental defect. McVeigh, declared competent by Dr. Seymour Halleck, faces the death penalty if convicted for the Murrah Building blast that killed 169 and injured over 500. Trial begins May 17. defense to challenge key prosecution witness Michael Fortier.
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