Arafat Trapped by Lebanon Truce Turmoil and Zionist Realities
The piece argues Arafat and the PLO are cornered by shifting Arab politics and the Gaza and West Bank tensions. It links Palestinian leadership to broader regional power plays, noting Libya’s Provocation, Syrian pressure, and the Rabat summit decisions that bound the PLO to a Syrian frame, while hinting at unlikely paths like joining Israeli politics or NYC-like elections.
CAB denies Pan Am exclusive transatlantic routes
The Civil Aeronautics Board rejects Pan Am's bid for exclusive Europe service from Atlanta and Dallas Fort Worth, orders shared routes with Delta, and limits Pan Am's London connection while expanding transatlantic access to Delta and Northwest amid airline belt tightening and political pressure.
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Treasury study weighs lighter dollar coin idea
A Treasury led study proposes a smaller one dollar coin as a workhorse currency akin to the quarter while warning a miniature coin could remind Americans of inflation and currency value issues. The piece notes opposition to a red ink money plan and cites budget concerns and public disfavor.
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Dr Renee Richards and the modern self in sport and identity
The piece argues Dr Renee Richards tests boundaries of self and biology, linking her gender transition to larger existential questions. It surveys identity from Montaigne to Gatsby, notes geography and biology shifts, and contemplates athletic eligibility and the limits of rules in competitive sport.
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English language dying in Newman's critique of usage
George F. Will discusses Edwin Newman’s book A Civil Tongue and argues the English language is deteriorating as he cites examples from politics media and daily life The piece notes Newman’s prior book Strictly Speaking and highlights terms like counterproductive nondiscernible and terminate with extreme prejudice as emblematic of linguistic decline
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