Polio Near Eradication in Western Hemisphere Officials say no regional cases in over a year
Federal health officials report the last polio case in the Western Hemisphere occurred in August 1991 in Peru. The Pan American Health Organization plans to announce the finding in Washington, with eradication needing three consecutive years without a case. The World Health Organization targets global eradication by 2000.
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Yeltsin predicts 60% drop in grain imports this year
President Boris Yeltsin announced Russia’s grain harvest would reach 121 million tons, with 88 million already harvested and threshing 70 percent complete. He said imports would likely fall to between 7.7 and 11 million tons, a 60 percent reduction from last year’s 27.5 million.
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Fischer Spassky Battle Backed By Narrow Draw In Yugoslav Echo
Fischer described the sixth game as a close escape after Spassky offered a draw on the 62nd move in a seven hour marathon at Sveti Stefan. Spassky said he missed chances as he retained a 2-1 lead overall in the $5 million rematch in Yugoslavia.
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Vietnam invites surfers to China Beach tournament
Vietnam invites the United States to an international surfing event at China Beach off the South China Sea. San Clemente High School surfers are asked to represent the U.S. The Kalos Kagathos Foundation will sponsor the 12-member team, traveling December 14 to 21 as typhoon season raises waves to about 15 feet.
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White House hints at family leave plan to blunt veto
The White House signals a possible tax incentive approach to encourage voluntary family leave by employers as the House backed a bill granting up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for caring for newborns, ill relatives, or care of spouses. The vote fell short of overriding a veto, with Democrats praising values while White House aides propose a compromise under 500 million dollars. A senior official said incentives could aid small employers, but final terms remain undecided and responses will reveal motives.
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House panel trims funds for air base from disaster bill
Washington lawmakers clash over hurricane recovery aid as House Democrats seek 8.8 billion while Bush backs 7.6 billion. Senate panel agrees 7.5 billion but rejects Homestead Air Force Base funds, stirring partisan debate in Florida and beyond.
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China and Russia to sell Iran nuclear technology
China and Russia plan to sell Iran reactors and related technology despite U S objections, arguing Iran seeks electricity. The Bush administration cautions the deal could carry political symbolism and delay weapons aims, noting it could take years to become operational even if transferred. Rafsanjani visits Beijing and confirms a 300 megawatt reactor deal for peaceful use. State Department declines comment as signing is expected Sept 21.
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Kansas Weather Zonal Briefs Include Temperatures and Winds
Daily zone forecasts for Douglas and surrounding zones note tonight mostly partly cloudy with varied Lows from 55 to 65 and Saturday highs from the mid 80s to around 90. Official readings show a Thursday high 74 low 56 with no precipitation, Clinton Lake reports list 74 F temperature and lake level at 876.12 feet.
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Travel outlook across Missouri Nebraska Oklahoma and Colorado
Missouri clear tonight with lows in the 50s and Saturday highs around 80. Nebraska partly cloudy tonight and Saturday with highs from the mid 80s west to low 90s east. Oklahoma tonight fair with lows 50s to 60s and Saturday highs in the mid 80s. Colorado mostly clear through Saturday with 80s to mid 90s and mountains in the 30s to 60s at night. Road conditions by Kansas Turnpike Authority and KA P.
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