Canadian Detour Puts U.S. Student Behind Border Near Trail
Andrew McChesney 18, a former aviation student from Walla Walla College, flew a Cessna for local practice and ended up crossing into Canada near Trail B C after leaving a college in southeastern Washington. Rossland RCMP Constable Marko Shehovac said he was found Tuesday following a crisis centre call. He hoped to return to the United States but his exact route and status were unclear.
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Mulroney rejects national referendum on unity crisis
Prime Minister Brian Mulroney declined to invoke a national referendum to solve Canada’s unity issues despite Liberal calls citing South Africa’s referendum as a parallel. He warned no parallels exist and noted past fears of divisiveness around such a vote.
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Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson discuss separation
Buckingham Palace announced a formal separation talk between Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson on its sixth anniversary year. Lawyers are negotiating custody and property issues while the couple remains under one roof until talks end. The Queen and Prime Minister comment on privacy and sadness.
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Native women sue for role in constitution talks
NWAC will seek Federal Court action to halt funding to the four main national native groups until NWAC receives equal funding and participation in constitutional talks. Gail Stacey-Moore says the groups are male dominated and women are excluded from discussions impacting Charter rights.
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Dow Corning quits breast implant business
Dow Corning Corp. announces it will end its silicon gel breast implant operations for good amid public health concerns and revenue losses. The firm cites unprofitable prospects and worsening publicity while offering up to 1200 for patients needing removal costs.
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Brazilians bury in massive hillside mudslide near Belo Horizonte
Rio de Janeiro AP report says at least 37 dead with hundreds buried as rescuers sap through tonnes of mud after days of rain. 500 Red Cross workers and families search a hillside slum outside Belo Horizonte. Authorities fear more collapses and many missing.
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Tsongas Ends Presidential Bid Amid Fund Raising Shortfall
Paul Tsongas will quit the Democratic presidential race this afternoon due to insufficient campaign funds. Arkansas Governor Bill Clinton leads the field as Tsongas exits, leaving Jerry Brown as the remaining rival. The move comes as Connecticut voters prepare for next Tuesday’s primary. Tsongas spokeswoman Peggy Connolly said the decision stemmed from unable to raise enough money to stay competitive.
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