Israel Jets Hit Lebanon in New Round of Fighting
Israeli planes reportedly attacked southern Lebanon for a second day as Palestinian rockets and artillery from Nabatieh and nearby areas prompted Israeli fire. Wafa cited strikes on Kfar Tibnit Jarmag Abbasiyeh Delhamiyeh Damour Debbiyeh near Tyre and Beirut outskirts with casualties reported and a resumed breach of the ceasefire.
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British offer last chance to Argentines in Falkland stand off
Britain offers Argentina a final chance to withdraw honorably from Stanley as about 7000 troops remain inside the Falklands capital. London emphasizes no surrender documents and denies Buenos Aires reports of new reinforcements, while the UN Security Council vetoes a ceasefire resolution.
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Uncertain Falklands Ceasefire Vote and UK Allies
Nine of fifteen council members including the Soviet Union and China backed a Panama Spain resolution opposing Argentina's demands. Thatcher said the US remains on Britain's side as Haig urged Argentina to withdraw. A senior London source warned the Falklands commander will likely stay and fight as British forces tighten positions near Port Stanley.
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Ottawa eyes Western power grid amid Allands collapse
Manitoba energy minister Wilson Parasiuk pushes a proposed 3.5 billion dollar Western grid linking Manitoba hydro with Saskatchewan and Alberta. Ottawa weighs federal aid to cover part of Manitoba's share as talks stall with new Saskatchewan government and Alberta's economy slows.
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Saskatchewan farmers to receive aid in snow storm impact
Regina reports premier Grant Devine promised province aid to farmers and ranchers in Southwestern Saskatchewan hit by last weekend's snow storm. He cautioned compensation levels will be set after damage assessment, with about 3000 cattle losses cited. Opposition calls for disaster declaration to unlock federal funds.
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Storm prompts cattle death toll details and disaster area talk
Report requests evidence on the storm caused cattle deaths including age and number of animals dead. A cause of death study is needed for Page 2. Drew said a disaster declaration could follow if findings show a serious problem.
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Canada warns of low mood if U S rates stay high at Versailles summit
External Affairs Minister Mark MacGuigan told reporters at the Versailles summit that Canada faces deeper economic pain from high U S interest rates and that if rates do not drop, Canada could move toward a stronger low mood. He backed currency monitoring but warned it is only a peripheral fix. Prime Minister Trudeau and leaders from seven nations gathered amid heavy security as talks focused on reducing deficits and easing rates to prevent further economic distress.
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City considers rules for garages antennas on private property
City residents may face new regulations as the city council reviews proposals on building large garages and erecting antennas. The notice appears on page 1 and page 3 mentions other items.
Dollar plunges to all time low on 79.79 U.S. cents in Canada
The Canadian dollar slid below 80 cents ending at 79.79 U.S. cents on foreign exchange amid Ottawa's defense of the currency. May unemployment hit 10.2 percent as Bank of Canada rate rose to 15.87 percent, with banks lifting prime rates to 17.5 percent and investors eyeing U.S. rate cuts.
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Calgary 1988 Olympics faces site delay risk
Alberta's hesitancy to endorse the Mount Sparrowhawk Mount Shark and Tent Ridge ski sites worries Ottawa officials. Olympic organizer David Leighton says a fall decision is needed, with Mount Allan still under study as a possible alternative. AIMS to house athletes on site and allow private developers to add lodging and courses.
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