Coca Cola Teases Jackson Amid Pepsi-Pepsi Sponsorship Ties
In Bangkok Coke placed ads poking fun at Michael Jackson amid an LA child abuse probe. Jackson canceled Bangkok shows citing dehydration after Tuesday’s performance. The ads highlight There’s Always Coke while noting his long-standing Pepsi contracts since 1983.
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Self-rule deal near as Israelis and Palestinians near framework
Israeli Foreign Minister Shimon Peres said the two sides are closer than ever to a self rule understanding to be implemented first in the Gaza Strip and Jericho. Palestinian adviser Azmi Shaabi said an agreement could emerge within weeks during the Washington talks. Alberta Premier Ralph Klein floated a four day work week for the legislature with Fridays off to engage constituencies.
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Campbell comments on Quebec plan on emergency fees
Prime Minister Kim Campbell said Canada could charge small fees for patients using hospital emergency wards for minor ailments if a clinic is available, framing it as dissuading expensive care rather than imposing user fees. She stressed universality of care, while opposition leaders denounced any fees.
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Kim Campbell
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Premiers denounce economy and Ottawa delay in Baddeck
Ten premiers and two territorial leaders met in Baddeck Nova Scotia lamenting high costs shrinking transfers and rising unemployment. They urged a first ministers conference on the economy after the federal election and pressed for a strong national government to address fiscal and job issues. Clyde Wells noted Fisheries share talks stalled as user fees for medical services fizzled.
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Tokyo streets baffle 30 minute pizza deliveries
Tokyo puzzles Domino's delivery system where house numbers are non sequential and streets lack names. Ernie Higa notes chaos from historic rebuilding and feudal road layouts, creating a gut instinct navigation challenge for drivers and customers.
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Ernie Higa
Domino’s Pizza
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Alberta doctors warn against deep cuts to health care
Dr Wayne MacNicol, president of the Alberta Medical Association, says slashing health care spending threatens universal access. He cites a $900 million four year cut and urges balanced reforms while attending a Red Deer round table on health care future. He mentions potential funding options like sales taxes or lottery proceeds after initial savings.
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No charges in Michael Jackson child sex abuse probe
Investigators found no physical or medical evidence to support criminal charges. Police plan further interviews with potential victims before a final determination, while recent searches yielded videotapes and photos but no decisive proof.
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