Kennedy round tariff accord slashes duties and boosts trade
United States and major trading powers announce a historic tariff package cutting duties up to a third for industrial goods and liberalizing $56 billion in annual trade. The deal, built on a White Commission proposal, includes $45 million a year in food aid and spans five years starting next January, with focus on reducing barriers among developed nations and aiding poorer economies.
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Buddhist Follower Self-Immolates in Saigon Protest
A follower of Thich Tri Quang publicly burned herself to death in Saigon on Tuesday in what observers saw as a renewed effort to mobilize Buddhist opposition to Prime Minister Nguyen Cao Ky. The act signals intensified discontent with Ky's government amid ongoing anti-government protests.
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Built in tissue resistance defends against infection
An article explains how God built Adam and Eve with tissue resistance to defend against microscopic invaders. It argues that high tissue resistance is key to health and that antibiotics alone cannot solve all infections, urging focus on the body's natural defenses and addressing underlying causes of lowered resistance.
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Greek Col. Praises Truman Doctrine In Public Speech
In Athens Col George Papadopoulos gave Greece's military regime public praise for the Truman Doctrine. He cited saving the nation 20 years ago and said the junta shares the same aim, the first formal public appearance since seizing power on April 21.
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U S South Korea navy drills continue amid Soviet ships
In the Sea of Japan the United States and South Korea press ahead with annual anti submarine exercises through today despite Soviet naval activity. U S officials report space to maneuver and no collisions unlike last week with Japan.
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British Financier and Family Found Dead in Wimbledon
British financier Henry Bowen-Davies 46 and his wife 44 were found shot to death at their Wimbledon home along with their two children, a 12-year-old son and 6-year-old daughter. A pistol was found under Bowen-Davies, with detectives treating it as a weekend killing.
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Ky Wins Military Backing in Saigon Presidency Bid
Premier Nguyen Cao Ky secured solid backing from the Armed Forces Council for the South Vietnam presidency in September. In a Sunday vote, Ky received 40 votes while rival Thieu, within the ruling junta, earned only two. Earlier a month ago Thieu had 27 votes to Ky 10 to 15.
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Floating Charity Clinic Yau Oi Destroyed By Fire Hong Kong
A four hour blaze destroyed Hong Kong's floating charity clinic Yau Oi which had treated about 25000 impoverished people daily since it began in March 1963. The vessel underwent overhaul at Kowloon shipyards with no one aboard.
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Israel marks independence amid Arab crisis in 19th parade
In Jerusalem 150000 Israelis watched a military parade as Israel marked its 19th independence day amid tensions with Arab neighbors. Cairo deployed units northward while Damascus, Baghdad and other capitals reported moves and talks on joint defense and mobilization fears.
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De Gaulle Set to Address France as General Strike Looms
Paris AP report notes a general strike threatens national paralysis as President Charles de Gaulle prepares a news conference. He faces pressure over plans for six month emergency powers amid economic and social reform debates, while Britain eyes entry to the European Market.
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British Jetliner Navigates Shadowing Fighters to Gibraltar Landing
Capt. Kenneth Blevins piloted a BEA Comet with 57 aboard through a narrow clearance past Spanish Saberjets enforcing flight restrictions. He landed on schedule at Gibraltar, staying out of the banned zone by about 400 yards as the incident unfolded. Spanish officials noted the risk but said the intercept likely would have directed a landing at a Spanish field.
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U S Affirms Support For Mid East Peace
The United States voiced diplomatic backing for U Thant’s Middle East peace appeal. Ambassador Arthur J. Goldberg avoided specifics on steps but said the response should be positive and expressed concern over rising tension and military preparations.
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Red China Demands on Britain Amid Hong Kong Unrest
Peking accuses British officials of fascist crimes and calls for immediate stop to fascist acts and racial oppression. Hong Kong sees mass protests after factory worker strikes over wages, with nearly 400 arrested and 115 sentenced. China seeks punishment of those responsible and guarantees against repeats. U.S. and Britain tally warship visits and economic impact amid tensions in Kowloon and Macao.
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