Well-done beef linked to higher breast cancer risk
Washington researchers report women who eat beef and bacon cooked to well done show a fourfold rise in breast cancer risk compared with rare or medium meat. Experts urge caution, noting uncertainty and the need for more studies before changing cooking habits.
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AARP drops formal name to become acronym
Washington's AARP announces it will be known by its acronym. 32.4 million members mostly working, prompting the board to drop the formal name. Lisa Davis says nearly a third of members are still employed. The change aims to reflect current membership and activities.
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Lewinsky Tripp Tapes Released Spark Public Fascination
Washington AP reports the publicly released transcripts reveal Monica Lewinsky's naive and emotional portrayal of her relationship with President Clinton. Linda Tripp's tapes capture alternating tones from conspiratorial jests to admonishing, with public radio and TV outlets swiftly broadcasting reactions.
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Israeli parliament backs Wye River peace accord
The Knesset approved the land for peace deal with Palestinians 75 to 19 with nine abstentions, boosting Netanyahu and signaling troop withdrawals from 13 percent of the West Bank. Arafat’s retraction and map disputes framed the vote as a key step toward implementation amid U.S. mediation.
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States mull whether to approve tobacco pact
Maryland's attorney general presses for a better deal with big cigarette makers as 32 states confront the proposed five hundred eighty billion dollar settlement. Nebraska and Wisconsin join 14 already backing the pact while Kansas remains undecided. Critics say concessions are weak and could immunize industry from future suits.
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Jackson meets Mugabe in Zimbabwe secret visit hotel plans
Michael Jackson met President Robert Mugabe in Harare during a secret visit to Zimbabwe hosted by Zimbabwe Defense Industries. Talks covered investment for a Victoria Falls hotel project and Jackson arrived with a U.S. delegation from United Pacific Holdings Group.
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