Pregnant Mother Dies After Prolonged Life Support
In Denver, 29 year old Linda Culbertson and her 15 week fetus died after doctors at Colorado General Hospital terminated prolonged life support. The couple’s 6 month old child Shannon survived with a fractured skull and good condition. Hospital officials said the case set no precedent according to the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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Syrian peace forces tighten grip on Beirut
Syrian armored units and an enlarged Arab League peacekeeping force tighten control of Beirut as a 3000 man brigade moves to create a three mile buffer zone by Sunday. Saudi and Sudanese troops will reinforce while engineers clear barricades and both sides sleep through a rare quiet night.
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Kissinger weighs future after government service
Washington AP report says former secretary of state Henry Kissinger, seeking private work after January 20, plans meetings with potential employers. Associates cite offers from corporate boards, memoirs, and possible media or academic roles, with Kissinger keeping plans private until departure.
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Postal Service urges earlier mailing due to UPS strike
The USPS asks the public to mail Christmas packages by Dec 3 and letters by Dec 10 as UPS strike expands in 15 eastern and southern states. Parcel volume has doubled from Maine to South Carolina, with potential delays. First class letters face growing delays, and facilities may shift to prioritize letter mail to avoid unmanageable backlogs.
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Weather outlook and UPS strike update
The forecast shows variable clouds and continued cold with a 40 percent chance of snow flurries tonight and Friday. Temperatures range from the low 20s tonight to mid 30s Friday, with a 26 degree overnight low yesterday. The Postal Service adds 6,200 temporary workers and up to 22 hour shifts at bulk mail centers, reopens old parcel facilities, and notes parcels moved by special trains from New York to centers outside the strike area. Federal mediators in Washington press ongoing talks with Teamsters and UPS to end the strike.
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Waltons in Trouble as Grandma Slips and John Boy Leaves
The Waltons face upheaval as Elien Corby suffers a stroke and John Boy, played by Richard Thomas, confirms his departure after his five year Lorimar contract ends in January. Corby remains hospitalized in stable condition with shows adjusted to reflect her illness. Thomas plans to pursue other acting work, with potential guest appearances possible. CBS is expected to renew the series for a sixth season.
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